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Archive 2017The Nikon FX Image Thread
p.5 #1The Nikon FX Image Thread
Jannik, I like Sigma 35 as well. out of 3 sigma art I have, I like 135 the most but it is my least used lens. I think I use 85mm the most. Other than size, I don't have complain for them. Do you still have Sony System?
Charles, Thanks for your sharing setting about AF, it is very useful. Now, I usually use it(AF auto with face detraction) for dynamic situation. My current D850 setting for AF:I use multi control button for my AF-on as well as moving AF point around. And I use AF-on to active AF-Auto only, this way, I can quickly decide which way I like to use on fly without change AF setting back and forth during shooting.
These were from a year ago a hotel we stayed in Beijing.
D810 14-24
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8801/27835325174_0bf6e7a6d1_b.jpg
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8836/27835452824_d2c89e80cf_b.jpg
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8691/28373422731_a424cf38a0_b.jpg
Charles, Thanks for your sharing setting about AF, it is very useful. Now, I usually use it(AF auto with face detraction) for dynamic situation. My current D850 setting for AF:I use multi control button for my AF-on as well as moving AF point around. And I use AF-on to active AF-Auto only, this way, I can quickly decide which way I like to use on fly without change AF setting back and forth during shooting.
These were from a year ago a hotel we stayed in Beijing.
D810 14-24
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8801/27835325174_0bf6e7a6d1_b.jpg
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8836/27835452824_d2c89e80cf_b.jpg
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8691/28373422731_a424cf38a0_b.jpg
Nov 13, 2017 at 02:26 PM
p.5 #2The Nikon FX Image Thread
Can you show a 100% crop of her face, want to see how "sharp" this lens is on the D850. Thanks! [or any other photo if you think it shows off the sharpness better]
charles.K wrote:
Shot from a children's clothing label shoot this afternoon
D850 and 50 Cron R
charles.K wrote:
Shot from a children's clothing label shoot this afternoon
D850 and 50 Cron R
Nov 13, 2017 at 02:38 PM
p.5 #3The Nikon FX Image Thread
Blakehfreeman wrote:
Can you show a 100% crop of her face, want to see how "sharp" this lens is on the D850. Thanks! [or any other photo if you think it shows off the sharpness better]
D850 and 50 Cron R
Hi Blake. I did post on a previous page a 100% crop where the eye/lash and brows are razor sharp at f/2. This lens is quite amazing. The micro contrast is lower but this is very typical of Leica lenses and in effect extends your DR.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1515817/2
As much I love manual focus lenses particularly Mandler designed lenses, the AF speed and accuracy now with latest iterations of DSLR's is superb. It is wonderful to have both options
Can you show a 100% crop of her face, want to see how "sharp" this lens is on the D850. Thanks! [or any other photo if you think it shows off the sharpness better]
charles.K wrote
Shot from a children's clothing label shoot this afternoonD850 and 50 Cron R
Hi Blake. I did post on a previous page a 100% crop where the eye/lash and brows are razor sharp at f/2. This lens is quite amazing. The micro contrast is lower but this is very typical of Leica lenses and in effect extends your DR.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1515817/2
As much I love manual focus lenses particularly Mandler designed lenses, the AF speed and accuracy now with latest iterations of DSLR's is superb. It is wonderful to have both options
Nov 13, 2017 at 04:24 PM
p.5 #4The Nikon FX Image Thread
Thanks Michael Very nice captures! The 14-24/2.8 is a great lens. I did try a few other lenses and the 20 Art which was superb but for size/weight the 14-24/2.8 still holds it own. I also suspect with Nikon D810 and D850 there are minor tweaks with the RAW processing that work well with the 14-24.
It is interesting to see how people set up their AF systems to suit their styles. I still feel that Steve Perry's ebook on Nikon AF is great reference and it cleared up many my thoughts and misconceptions. The Nikon AF is superb and there are so many subtleties that are missed. This I feel Nikon should have had manual specifically for all the intricacies of the AF system.
Very nice captures! The 14-24/2.8 is a great lens. I did try a few other lenses and the 20 Art which was superb but for size/weight the 14-24/2.8 still holds it own. I also suspect with Nikon D810 and D850 there are minor tweaks with the RAW processing that work well with the 14-24.It is interesting to see how people set up their AF systems to suit their styles. I still feel that Steve Perry's ebook on Nikon AF is great reference and it cleared up many my thoughts and misconceptions. The Nikon AF is superb and there are so many subtleties that are missed. This I feel Nikon should have had manual specifically for all the intricacies of the AF system.
Nov 13, 2017 at 04:39 PM
p.5 #5The Nikon FX Image Thread
Thanks! 🤦🏼♂️
charles.K wrote:
D850 and 50 Cron RHi Blake. I did post on a previous page a 100% crop where the eye/lash and brows are razor sharp at f/2. This lens is quite amazing. The micro contrast is lower but this is very typical of Leica lenses and in effect extends your DR.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1515817/2
As much I love manual focus lenses particularly Mandler designed lenses, the AF speed and accuracy now with latest iterations of DSLR's is superb. It is wonderful to have both options
charles.K wrote:
Blakehfreeman wrote
Can you show a 100% crop of her face, want to see how "sharp" this lens is on the D850. Thanks! [or any other photo if you think it shows off the sharpness better]charles.K wrote
Shot from a children's clothing label shoot this afternoonD850 and 50 Cron R
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1515817/2
As much I love manual focus lenses particularly Mandler designed lenses, the AF speed and accuracy now with latest iterations of DSLR's is superb. It is wonderful to have both options
Nov 13, 2017 at 04:41 PM
p.5 #6The Nikon FX Image Thread
Taken with my Df/Zeiss Distagon 28f2. As the sun was setting behind me, it lit the lighthouse with a really nice warm glow.
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Nov 13, 2017 at 07:58 PM
p.5 #7The Nikon FX Image Thread
Sorry for the large image just above. Anyone know how to reduce the size when posting directly from my MacBook Pro iPhoto gallery?
Thanks in advance!
Best Wishes,
Don
Thanks in advance!
Best Wishes,
Don
Nov 13, 2017 at 08:07 PM
p.5 #8The Nikon FX Image Thread
Hi Don. Love the shot! Usually downsize to a maximum width and height of 1550 px and 1150px with 750kB max file size. This will about the max for normal monitor screen viewing. Lr CC is great for downsizing batches of photos. Just import and then export to the HD in a separate file detailing the specs.
Nov 13, 2017 at 08:17 PM
p.5 #9The Nikon FX Image Thread
Hi Charles,
Thank you for the both the compliment on my image as well as the advice for downsizing. Unfortunately, I do not use lightroom. I simply use the simplistic iPhoto that is onboard my Macbook Pro laptop. Any other suggestions for trying to downsize the image
Many thanks,
Don
Thank you for the both the compliment on my image as well as the advice for downsizing. Unfortunately, I do not use lightroom. I simply use the simplistic iPhoto that is onboard my Macbook Pro laptop. Any other suggestions for trying to downsize the image
Many thanks,
Don
Nov 13, 2017 at 08:46 PM
p.5 #11The Nikon FX Image Thread
More shots from Spain from August this year. Pontevedra and Majorca.
D810 and 24 Art, 58G and 105E
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Nov 14, 2017 at 07:00 AM
p.5 #12The Nikon FX Image Thread
We were visiting the palace at Palma, Majorca and there was a surprise visit of the King of Spain, Felipe and the Queen and entourage
D810 and 105E
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Nov 14, 2017 at 07:18 AM
p.5 #13The Nikon FX Image Thread
A pair from Washington D.C. yesterday.
Blue Bird
Blue Bird
Nov 14, 2017 at 02:48 PM
p.5 #14The Nikon FX Image Thread
Couple more shots this evening with the 50 Cron R Second shot at 25,600 ISO
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Nov 15, 2017 at 07:06 AM
p.5 #15The Nikon FX Image Thread
Shot from the weekend.
D850 and 50 Cron R
50 Cron R Mandler f/2.0
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Nov 16, 2017 at 12:00 AM
p.5 #16The Nikon FX Image Thread
Shot late this afternoon
D850 and 50 Cron R
50 Cron R Mandler f/2.0
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Nov 16, 2017 at 12:55 AM
p.5 #17The Nikon FX Image Thread
Signs: In Japan they create signs to inform/warn usually with great detail. some are amusingly appropriate and concise to our work.
this one is fully animated in real life
this one is fully animated in real life
Nov 17, 2017 at 04:31 PM
p.5 #18The Nikon FX Image Thread
Shots this morning in the rain
D850 and 50 Cron R
50 Cron R Mandler
50 Cron R Mandler
50 Corn R Mandler
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Nov 17, 2017 at 09:04 PM
p.5 #19The Nikon FX Image Thread
Shots from this afternoon surf competition at Snapper Rocks
D850 and 14-24/2.8
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Nov 18, 2017 at 02:12 AM
p.5 #20The Nikon FX Image Thread
Long draub week.
58/1.4 G on D700
https://www.nikonimages.com/gallery/1100/U1100I1511008630.SEQ.0.jpg
58/1.4 G on D700
https://www.nikonimages.com/gallery/1100/U1100I1511008630.SEQ.0.jpg
Nov 18, 2017 at 06:42 AM