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p.2001 #1 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

cadman342001 wrote:
Thought it only fair I should post a pic of my new additions

The 200/2 mounted on my Fujifilm GFX50S + battery grip with my new 105/1.8 ais and 135/2 ai for company, taken with D850 and 55/3.5 pre-ai macro lens @ f8 1 sec exp. (I don't own any flashes now, or more accurately all my speedlights and studio lights are at my son's in Melbourne in the cage next to his car space in the underground car park at his building).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53187998547_b8db1f793a_h.jpg _DSC0270 by Andy Macdougall, on Flickr

Andy

Andy, you have the holy manual focus trinity! get the 85mm 1.4 and make it a quartet!

Sep 15, 2023 at 05:04 PM

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p.2001 #2 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

pbraymond wrote:
Re: Photos as Art or Reality, when we are all viewing on our own screens, at the very least color/saturation/B&W tonality are way too subjective to really critique. Considering differences between the photographer's final editing screen, and the viewer's screen (or screens is more like it), good luck!

I edit on a screen set for AdobeRGB, color spaces in camera, in LR and in PS is set for AdobeRGB, but all exports are to JPEG and color space conversion to sRGB. Somewhere in there I'm pretty sure there's enough room for my errors that I'm not sure it always makes it...Show more →

Whitin the realm of mathematics reality can be reflected - first and all, it is one's interest and composition that drives the basic image - second, it is the math of processing that is mapping 14 bits of brightness and color information into 8 bits for display, maybe 10 with HDR and 6 bits with paper. As long as I do not CLIP the 10/8/6 bits I manipulate brightness, color and contrast curves to replicate what I saw or wanted to see. That is my only processing rule. I respect anyone else's taste whether I like it or not.

Back to the important topic - lenses - the 34.5mm 5cm 3.5 Nicca shade for Nikkor came in, but it clips the edge of the 5cm 3.5 repro Nikkor as it was meant for the regular lens.

This lens is sharp and contrasty, but if does not like the sun hitting glass, not even a very bright sky. Under even illumination it works great, specially on a copy stand.

I am thinking of donating this lens to the Japanese Nikon Museum, if they want it. That is where it belongs.

Here are two samples, one on a overcast day where it does great, the other one with a bright sky, where it does OK except for flare in the left corner.

This is the sample on an overcast day, no hood, lens does great. There is something about the rendering that makes this size looks soft, but at 100% it is plenty sharp.

R-Nikkor 5cm 3.5 Z7 test overcast-1 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr

This is a sample with a very bright sky and the Nicca shade, shade clips so is a no-go for this lens, but I can use it on the EL Nikkor 105mm.
The only real defect is the flare in the lower left corner, but that is hard to avoid with this lens on a sunny day.

There is a yo-no-se-que about the rendering I really like, maybe I will keep it.

R-Nikkor 5cm 3.5 Z7 test not overcast-1 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr

Sep 15, 2023 at 05:20 PM

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p.2001 #3 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

CGrindahl wrote:
One of the things I miss about participating on this thread is how wide ranging the conversation can be and how respectful everyone is when discussing differences. One of the things that impressed me over time was the quality of images shared on the thread. When I started this thread it was really to showcase these amazing lenses. I looked at images as means of demonstrating what the lenses are capable of doing. From that perspective it seemed fidelity was the highest value... what would the lens produce in this or that situation. Whether the image was in color or...Show more →
Very nicely said, Curtis! For me, as a person who as yet has limited ability to accurately discern the specific qualities and special characteristics of each lens's rendering (I just love playing with them!), I see this thread as a place where I can both learn and demonstrate that these lenses are not limited in their functionality, and that they can do at least as good a job on my chosen subject matter as any AF lens could do in my hands. I, too, feel equally thrilled to see MFNG gear porn as I am to see the images the lenses can be used to produce. Finally, I too enjoy watching others shop for and acquire lenses, and I love shopping for and acquiring them myself. As a matter of fact, a 200 f/4 micro Ai-s just came into my clutches today by way of FedEx from Japan!

So, here are a few celebratory infrared photos of Parksville sand sculptures, all of which are brought to you by the 24 f/2.8 NC, the IR converted Fuji X-T2, and the Lens Turbo II focal reducer.

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Sep 15, 2023 at 07:59 PM

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p.2001 #4 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

A hard working shoe. 55mm /f1.2

Luka

NIKON Z 6 -- mm f/-- lens 55mm f/1.2 1/200s 100 ISO 0.0 EV

Sep 15, 2023 at 09:11 PM

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p.2001 #5 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

Andy, congrats on the beautiful new-to-you gear. All three look to be in great condition.

cadman342001 wrote:
Thought it only fair I should post a pic of my new additions

The 200/2 mounted on my Fujifilm GFX50S + battery grip with my new 105/1.8 ais and 135/2 ai for company, taken with D850 and 55/3.5 pre-ai macro lens @ f8 1 sec exp. (I don't own any flashes now, or more accurately all my speedlights and studio lights are at my son's in Melbourne in the cage next to his car space in the underground car park at his building).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53187998547_b8db1f793a_h.jpg _DSC0270 by Andy Macdougall, on Flickr

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Sep 15, 2023 at 09:47 PM

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p.2001 #6 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

Nice to see you Luka, it's been a while no? That shoe is in a worse condition than my Merrill MOAB 3's I wear for work. I bought them for my trip to NZ and refuse to buy more until I'm back there.

Rafael, I really want the 85/1.4 to complete the set but prices are crazy.

Here's another shot with the rest of my MF nikkors

_DSC0286 by Andy Macdougall, on Flickr

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Sep 15, 2023 at 11:52 PM

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p.2001 #7 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

GroWeb wrote:
Very nicely said, Curtis! For me, as a person who as yet has limited ability to accurately discern the specific qualities and special characteristics of each lens's rendering (I just love playing with them!), I see this thread as a place where I can both learn and demonstrate that these lenses are not limited in their functionality, and that they can do at least as good a job on my chosen subject matter as any AF lens could do in my hands. I, too, feel equally thrilled to see MFNG gear porn as I am to see the images the...Show more →

I'm with you Glen, I appreciate the technical takes by others but like I'm happy twirling the focus ring and clicking the aperture clicker and appreciating the build quality of the all metal constructions.

Congrats on the 200 macro btw !

The IR really works on the sand sculptures and the sky in the first 2.

Sep 16, 2023 at 12:00 AM

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p.2001 #8 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

waiting for first shots from that 200 f/2... tying up my pp and debit cards

cadman342001 wrote:
Thought it only fair I should post a pic of my new additions

The 200/2 mounted on my Fujifilm GFX50S + battery grip with my new 105/1.8 ais and 135/2 ai for company, taken with D850 and 55/3.5 pre-ai macro lens @ f8 1 sec exp. (I don't own any flashes now, or more accurately all my speedlights and studio lights are at my son's in Melbourne in the cage next to his car space in the underground car park at his building).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53187998547_b8db1f793a_h.jpg _DSC0270 by Andy Macdougall, on Flickr

Andy

Sep 16, 2023 at 03:34 AM

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p.2001 #9 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

Reminds me of a pair of my shoes that blew out my last days as a PSE, the sides literally blew out. Had walked outside and was like why are my feet getting wet?

(I kept the shoelaces)

akul wrote:
A hard working shoe. 55mm /f1.2

Luka


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Sep 16, 2023 at 03:47 AM

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p.2001 #10 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

GroWeb wrote:
Very nicely said, Curtis! For me, as a person who as yet has limited ability to accurately discern the specific qualities and special characteristics of each lens's rendering (I just love playing with them!), I see this thread as a place where I can both learn and demonstrate that these lenses are not limited in their functionality, and that they can do at least as good a job on my chosen subject matter as any AF lens could do in my hands. I, too, feel equally thrilled to see MFNG gear porn as I am to see the images the...Show more →

Congrats on the 200mm. I'll be looking forward to see what you capture with it. Those sand sculptures are amazing.

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Sep 16, 2023 at 05:00 AM

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p.2001 #11 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

akul wrote:
A hard working shoe. 55mm /f1.2

Luka

Or a very naughty dog!

Sep 16, 2023 at 05:01 AM

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p.2001 #12 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

cadman342001 wrote:
Nice to see you Luka, it's been a while no? That shoe is in a worse condition than my Merrill MOAB 3's I wear for work. I bought them for my trip to NZ and refuse to buy more until I'm back there.

Rafael, I really want the 85/1.4 to complete the set but prices are crazy.

Here's another shot with the rest of my MF nikkors

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53190796463_da3353fd0f_h.jpg _DSC0286 by Andy Macdougall, on Flickr

Andy

You have a nice selection to go with that Fuji.

Sep 16, 2023 at 05:07 AM

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p.2001 #13 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

Morning walk with Nikkor-H.C 5cm f2.0 lens


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Sep 16, 2023 at 07:53 AM

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p.2001 #14 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

cadman342001 wrote:
Nice to see you Luka, it's been a while no?
Andy

Hi Andy.
I have been enjoying this thread, but not much shots to contribute, hence my sporadic contribution to say the least. Hoping to ge more picture with MFNG.

NightOwl Cat wrote:
Reminds me of a pair of my shoes that blew out my last days as a PSE, the sides literally blew out. Had walked outside and was like why are my feet getting wet?

(I kept the shoelaces)

I am happy to hear you kept the shoelaces. They are very nice Laura.

Luka

Sep 16, 2023 at 08:16 AM

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p.2001 #15 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

Hi, everyone:

Siena Cathedral:

One could spend a day photographing the incredible craftsmanship of the interior which is covered in art from floor to ceiling.

The Cathedral has been nicknamed "Beetlejuice" as the result of its striped columns which are throughout

Last year I posted several photos of the inlaid marble mosaics but a few were covered at the time. The entire floor was visible during this visit, a pleasant surprise. Most were inlaid during the 14th & 16th centuries and approximately 40 artists participated in the task. A couple of my faves:

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Sep 16, 2023 at 08:57 AM

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p.2001 #16 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

Six legged friend, with the 200mm f4.0 AI Micro.

Sep 16, 2023 at 12:20 PM

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p.2001 #17 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

I have been pleasantly surprised to find these flowers blooming in the garden this week. It's been kept a secret from me. I usually buy them as cut flowers for my wife. She decided to plant them and they worked out. Happy!

I loved the even light with no sun but had to contend with windy conditions too. I bumped the ISO to help the shutter speed. Although I'm not easily offended by noise, I think my favourite lens makes more objectionable noise than the micro 55mm f/2.8, which is on leave. Therefore, I gently applied some Topaz.

Df + AI Zoom NIKKOR 35-70mm f/3.5-4.8S | F5.6 ISO 1600

Sep 16, 2023 at 01:15 PM

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p.2001 #18 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

serge07 wrote:
Hi, everyone:

Siena Cathedral:

One could spend a day photographing the incredible craftsmanship of the interior which is covered in art from floor to ceiling.

The Cathedral has been nicknamed "Beetlejuice" as the result of its striped columns which are throughout

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53191285220_0b9ff3e1e7_h.jpg

Last year I posted several photos of the inlaid marble mosaics but a few were covered at the time. The entire floor was visible during this visit, a pleasant surprise. Most were inlaid during the 14th & 16th centuries and approximately 40 artists participated in the task. A couple of my faves:
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53191285570_7bb1266b8f_h.jpg
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53190892174_90b6a6fcd1_h.jpg
X-E1 + 16/3.5 K
Serge

Hey Serge, I remember the disappointment from the covered mosaics. Pictures from your travels looking great, as usual. Amazing craftsmanship from centuries ago.

Sep 16, 2023 at 01:19 PM

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p.2001 #19 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

Love that last one, the background works great for the subject.

ocean2059 wrote:
Morning walk with Nikkor-H.C 5cm f2.0 lens

Sep 16, 2023 at 01:51 PM

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p.2001 #20 · Manual Focus Nikon Glass

AdaptedLenses wrote:
Love that last one, the background works great for the subject.

Thank you very much for your comments. I really like this little Nikkor-H.C 5cm f2 lens (with Sonnar optical formulation). There is an interesting write-up by Nikon about the history of this lens: https://imaging.nikon.com/imaging/information/story/0034/


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Sep 16, 2023 at 02:21 PM

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