Hey all! Pulled the trigger on this lens after seeing all the awesome examples posted here! I've had it for about a week so far and I'm loving it. Figured I'd make an account and share my first week of photos. All shot wide open @ 1.4.
I bought this lens from Adorama two weeks ago. Unlike my other Nikon lenses not purchased on the gray market, this one (and the 105 1.4e) does not have a "US" prefix on the serial number.
Could some of you other owners out there confirm this?
Best to call Adorama and confirm. But I guess you already know that and just want confirm with forum buddies
designdog wrote:
I bought this lens from Adorama two weeks ago. Unlike my other Nikon lenses not purchased on the gray market, this one (and the 105 1.4e) does not have a "US" prefix on the serial number.
Could some of you other owners out there confirm this?
designdog wrote:
I bought this lens from Adorama two weeks ago. Unlike my other Nikon lenses not purchased on the gray market, this one (and the 105 1.4e) does not have a "US" prefix on the serial number.
Could some of you other owners out there confirm this?
I think it must be grey market... I'll give you $1000 for it .
On a serious note: My understanding is Nikon is not consistent regarding prefixes, they may shift inventory around or simply elect to not use the US prefix, as long as the lens comes in a gold box, USA warranty card in it along with a receipt from adorama etc you should be covered.
designdog wrote:
I bought this lens from Adorama two weeks ago. Unlike my other Nikon lenses not purchased on the gray market, this one (and the 105 1.4e) does not have a "US" prefix on the serial number.
Could some of you other owners out there confirm this?
Im very interessted in the Lens and I want to know how it competes vs the 28mm 1.8g regarding Bokeh because the 1.8g was REALY impressive regarding bokeh but had very bad loCA. Anyone can do a comparision?
Love both of these shots, processing, composition, etc. Great work! Glad at lease one person here hasn't sold their 28mm 1.4E yet! Keep up the posts - I'll add as soon as my lens arrives.
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