I really like this series, and the bokeh is very good on that zoom
AdaptedLenses wrote:
More from George’s 50-135. I just picked up a Contax 35-70 too, tested it after looking at these files. It’s a great lens, and subject matter wasn’t a fair comparison, but these look pretty great in comparison… the last tree and the ferns really got my attention. LoCA seems to be its greatest flaw.
Related question for the experts here, what wider zoom to pair with the 50-135? 25-50? 35-70?
Thanks, and fully agree. Was surprised the first time I used it how good it was for a legacy zoom. Also pretty shocked I'm significantly happier with the output vs the Contax. It is a great lens in its own right, which says a lot about the 50-135.
James Markus wrote:
I really like this series, and the bokeh is very good on that zoom
Everyone is posting some great images. Fall colors, boats, old building interiors, etc. Great diversity of subjects.
I hesitated to post this image of red maple leaves. This tree is a Japanese red maple which has dark red leaves all summer, but in the fall each year, for just a short time before they drop, they get this vibrant bright red when in the bright sun. This challenges the red channel on my Nikon D750. Sadly there are like this for just a few days. Taken with the 85 f2 Ai. Thanks for looking.
Scott
I am getting ready for 4 day trip to the mountains and wanted to do a "shakedown" on some of the gear that is going in the backpack. Earlier this year I build a DIY adapter for mounting the Nikkor/Bronica medium format lenses to the Cambo Actus technical camera body to allow tilt/swing on adapted cameras. You can mount almost any camera to the Cambo with the appropriate rear mount.
So I went out this evening after work and did some test shots.
My other passionate hobby besides photography is cycling.
18 years ago this month, I was hit by a truck on the bike shown below. Luckily there was no damage to the bike and I mostly healed
The bike is a Cannondale Team Saeco Six13. Shot with the Nikkor Bronica S mount 75mm f/2.8. Varying degrees of tilt/shift/swing applied to get what I wanted.
Also posted a couple shots of the kit for those interested (taken with the PC-Nikkor 35/2.8). The kit breaks down to fit in an F-stop insert I carry in my backpack when hiking. Hoping to get some interesting shots on my upcoming trip.
GeorgeBo wrote:
Contribution for the day to the thread
I am getting ready for 4 day trip to the mountains and wanted to do a "shakedown" on some of the gear that is going in the backpack. Earlier this year I build a DIY adapter for mounting the Nikkor/Bronica medium format lenses to the Cambo Actus technical camera body to allow tilt/swing on adapted cameras. You can mount almost any camera to the Cambo with the appropriate rear mount.
So I went out this evening after work and did some test shots.
My other passionate hobby besides photography is cycling.
18 years ago this month, I was hit by a truck on the bike shown below. Luckily there was no damage to the bike and I mostly healed
The bike is a Cannondale Team Saeco Six13. Shot with the Nikkor Bronica S mount 75mm f/2.8. Varying degrees of tilt/shift/swing applied to get what I wanted.
Also posted a couple shots of the kit for those interested (taken with the PC-Nikkor 35/2.8). The kit breaks down to fit in an F-stop insert I carry in my backpack when hiking. Hoping to get some interesting shots on my upcoming trip.
Those are some beautiful gear photos, George --- including the bicycle!
I figure it's time for me to relax for a moment on the far-out false colour IR photos, and instead join in on the recent autumn theme (i.e. out with the false colour, and in with the fall colour ) . These are from a walk around my block with the X-T4 and the 85 f/1.4 Ai-s.
Fun fact: I bought the 85/1.4 from Leighton in 2015 and, in turn, got invited by him to start participating in this marvelous thread.
What a burst of red! Just looked on my home monitor. And the detail is not lost in all the red. Good job!
mp356 wrote:
Everyone is posting some great images. Fall colors, boats, old building interiors, etc. Great diversity of subjects.
I hesitated to post this image of red maple leaves. This tree is a Japanese red maple which has dark red leaves all summer, but in the fall each year, for just a short time before they drop, they get this vibrant bright red when in the bright sun. This challenges the red channel on my Nikon D750. Sadly there are like this for just a few days. Taken with the 85 f2 Ai. Thanks for looking.
Scott
Glad you bought the lens and joined! And glad you are back posting regularly too Glen
GroWeb wrote:
Those are some beautiful gear photos, George --- including the bicycle!
I figure it's time for me to relax for a moment on the far-out false colour IR photos, and instead join in on the recent autumn theme (i.e. out with the false colour, and in with the fall colour ) . These are from a walk around my block with the X-T4 and the 85 f/1.4 Ai-s.
Fun fact: I bought the 85/1.4 from Leighton in 2015 and, in turn, got invited by him to start participating in this marvelous thread.
Keeping the fall parade going. 16mm f3.5 defished. Yes, the trees are crooked that way in this part of the forest. We run that trail a lot and it's one of our favorite portions of the trail.
Nice looking trail to run! Like the crop you applied.
You probably mentioned it before, but what de-fish tool are you using? It looks good!
G
pbraymond wrote:
Keeping the fall parade going. 16mm f3.5 defished. Yes, the trees are crooked that way in this part of the forest. We run that trail a lot and it's one of our favorite portions of the trail.
In the 75 miles of trails I have noticed so many aromas that it is impossible for me to number them. Forest are such beautiful environments, and my soul is not satisfied - I need a lot more. In this post is a singular young white pine that finally was exposed to the sun since all the big trees had dropped their leaves. The scent from it's long soft needles was quite strong. Wish this was a scratch and sniff photo.
mp356 wrote:
Everyone is posting some great images. Fall colors, boats, old building interiors, etc. Great diversity of subjects.
I hesitated to post this image of red maple leaves. This tree is a Japanese red maple which has dark red leaves all summer, but in the fall each year, for just a short time before they drop, they get this vibrant bright red when in the bright sun. This challenges the red channel on my Nikon D750. Sadly there are like this for just a few days. Taken with the 85 f2 Ai. Thanks for looking.
Scott
Beautiful Scott. The Japanese Maple is one of my favorite trees and you captured this one brilliantly.
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GeorgeBo wrote:
Contribution for the day to the thread
I am getting ready for 4 day trip to the mountains and wanted to do a "shakedown" on some of the gear that is going in the backpack. Earlier this year I build a DIY adapter for mounting the Nikkor/Bronica medium format lenses to the Cambo Actus technical camera body to allow tilt/swing on adapted cameras. You can mount almost any camera to the Cambo with the appropriate rear mount.
So I went out this evening after work and did some test shots.
My other passionate hobby besides photography is cycling.
18 years ago this month, I was hit by a truck on the bike shown below. Luckily there was no damage to the bike and I mostly healed
The bike is a Cannondale Team Saeco Six13. Shot with the Nikkor Bronica S mount 75mm f/2.8. Varying degrees of tilt/shift/swing applied to get what I wanted.
Also posted a couple shots of the kit for those interested (taken with the PC-Nikkor 35/2.8). The kit breaks down to fit in an F-stop insert I carry in my backpack when hiking. Hoping to get some interesting shots on my upcoming trip.
I'm so glad you survived that round with the truck. I love the starburst from the headlamp and I love the gear setup.
This area of the county attracts a LOT of cyclers on the roads and most folks around here seem to give them plenty of room. Stay safe my friend.
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GroWeb wrote:
Those are some beautiful gear photos, George --- including the bicycle!
I figure it's time for me to relax for a moment on the far-out false colour IR photos, and instead join in on the recent autumn theme (i.e. out with the false colour, and in with the fall colour ) . These are from a walk around my block with the X-T4 and the 85 f/1.4 Ai-s.
Fun fact: I bought the 85/1.4 from Leighton in 2015 and, in turn, got invited by him to start participating in this marvelous thread.
I'm really glad you're still here posting with us. Hope the 85 is still working for you.
Thanks! Would be nice to do that one day. There is a group of a few guys around here that bikepack the Skyline Drive every few years. That would be a beautiful ride. I did the cross state Mountains to Sea ride a number of years back. About 600 miles over 7 days and camped each night. On the bucket list to do again, but of course the last few years have messed up group events like that.
leighton w wrote:
Here's a road you can ride on George. It's our way to town. 28mm f2.8 ais.
Simple and beautiful Jim. I can smell them
Glad you are on the trails.
G
James Markus wrote:
In the 75 miles of trails I have noticed so many aromas that it is impossible for me to number them. Forest are such beautiful environments, and my soul is not satisfied - I need a lot more. In this post is a singular young white pine that finally was exposed to the sun since all the big trees had dropped their leaves. The scent from it's long soft needles was quite strong. Wish this was a scratch and sniff photo.
Sadly there are like this for just a few days. Taken with the 85 f2 Ai. Thanks for looking.
) . These are from a walk around my block with the X-T4 and the 85 f/1.4 Ai-s.
