Manual Focus Nikon Glass
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Nikon Serie E 100mm on Zf, B/W in camera.
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May 07, 2026 at 05:29 PM
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rico wrote:
@rafaelcasd@ I went through the same comparisons on B&H a month ago because I wanted to upgrade my Z6 (purchased on release). Despite the very attractive deals on Z bodies (Z6iii, Z8), I decided the Z6 remains an awesome camera, and perfectly able to exploit the latest Z lenses. In fact, the Z6 is using the battery that came with my D500!
Rico, I have no complaints about my Z6, it is just that every so often I feel the urge to get a new camera, and being an empty nester there is nothing to stop me. I also do some high risk photography and my old Z6 will take on that role. My high risk is not to me, it is to the camera, like strapping the 800mm on it and pointing straight to the sun!
Solar setup 800mm tc14 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
Nikkon Nikkor 800mm 5.6 edif ais Z6 solar eclipse 2024 california -bw by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
@rafaelcasd@ I went through the same comparisons on B&H a month ago because I wanted to upgrade my Z6 (purchased on release). Despite the very attractive deals on Z bodies (Z6iii, Z8), I decided the Z6 remains an awesome camera, and perfectly able to exploit the latest Z lenses. In fact, the Z6 is using the battery that came with my D500!
Rico, I have no complaints about my Z6, it is just that every so often I feel the urge to get a new camera, and being an empty nester there is nothing to stop me. I also do some high risk photography and my old Z6 will take on that role. My high risk is not to me, it is to the camera, like strapping the 800mm on it and pointing straight to the sun!
Solar setup 800mm tc14 by Rafael Batlle, on FlickrNikkon Nikkor 800mm 5.6 edif ais Z6 solar eclipse 2024 california -bw by Rafael Batlle, on FlickrMay 07, 2026 at 05:49 PM
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Some of you may remember Abner who passed away nearly two years ago, his passing took wind out of my sails but I feel a breeze rising after this time. That means I am taking an interest in photography again, that is also a reason behind buying the Z7II, it is also a reason you will suffer my presence more often! 
I have kept Abner's Ashes at home, where we held his funeral, but today I obtained space at the San Luis Rey Mission cemetery for his forever place, it is family sized so I will be there in 25 years or so!
This place is just an old adobe building but is guaranteed for the next 500 years!
Here is Abner and the exact location for his final rest.
Abner Gomez_130 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
nikon nikkor 18mm 3.5 ais D800 Corredor arches San Luis Rey mission by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
nikon nikkor 18mm 3.5 ais D800 Grounds San Luis Rey mission by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
Exactly here:
Nikon Nikkor 35mm 1.4 ais D800 at 8.0 San Luis Rey mission 6 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
I have kept Abner's Ashes at home, where we held his funeral, but today I obtained space at the San Luis Rey Mission cemetery for his forever place, it is family sized so I will be there in 25 years or so!
This place is just an old adobe building but is guaranteed for the next 500 years!
Here is Abner and the exact location for his final rest.
Abner Gomez_130 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickrnikon nikkor 18mm 3.5 ais D800 Corredor arches San Luis Rey mission by Rafael Batlle, on Flickrnikon nikkor 18mm 3.5 ais D800 Grounds San Luis Rey mission by Rafael Batlle, on FlickrExactly here:
Nikon Nikkor 35mm 1.4 ais D800 at 8.0 San Luis Rey mission 6 by Rafael Batlle, on FlickrMay 07, 2026 at 06:07 PM
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Hi Jim and thanks!
I use the Kolari magnetic mount filters that mount inside the body between the sensor and the lens mount. That way I don’t have to worry about multiple size filters for different lens filter sizes. One filter for which ever configuration I want.
I have an OEM Hot Mirror filter for standard color photography, an IR 720nm like I used in the previous shot (shoot in monochrome mode) and a UV/IR Cut (H-Alpha pass) filter. I have an IR 850nm on order.
So essentially 3 cameras in one. Simple to change on the fly too.
There is no issue using AF lenses either. But note this is on a mirrorless body, so WYSIWYG on the sensor and no mirror box or prism like on a DSLR.
George
James Markus wrote:
PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 with about 5mm rise
Converted GFX 50S with 720nm IR clip in filter
GeorgeBeautiful result!
George, Just a quick question about your full spectrum conversion. They remove the hot box, and replace it with clear glass - so you pick the spectrum by screwing a lens filter onto the front of the lens. If you use an AF lens can it work with such a darkened field? Can you see through the filter well enough to focus and compose, or do you remove it to accomplish that?
Jim
I use the Kolari magnetic mount filters that mount inside the body between the sensor and the lens mount. That way I don’t have to worry about multiple size filters for different lens filter sizes. One filter for which ever configuration I want.
I have an OEM Hot Mirror filter for standard color photography, an IR 720nm like I used in the previous shot (shoot in monochrome mode) and a UV/IR Cut (H-Alpha pass) filter. I have an IR 850nm on order.
So essentially 3 cameras in one. Simple to change on the fly too.
There is no issue using AF lenses either. But note this is on a mirrorless body, so WYSIWYG on the sensor and no mirror box or prism like on a DSLR.
George
James Markus wrote:
GeorgeBo wrote
Shooting IR gives a completely different perspective from somewhere I have been a hundred times.PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 with about 5mm rise
Converted GFX 50S with 720nm IR clip in filter
George
George, Just a quick question about your full spectrum conversion. They remove the hot box, and replace it with clear glass - so you pick the spectrum by screwing a lens filter onto the front of the lens. If you use an AF lens can it work with such a darkened field? Can you see through the filter well enough to focus and compose, or do you remove it to accomplish that?
Jim
May 07, 2026 at 06:41 PM
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rafaelcasd wrote:
Some of you may remember Abner who passed away nearly two years ago, his passing took wind out of my sails but I feel a breeze rising after this time. That means I am taking an interest in photography again, that is also a reason behind buying the Z7II, it is also a reason you will suffer my presence more often!
I have kept Abner's Ashes at home, where we held his funeral, but today I obtained space at the San Luis Rey Mission cemetery for his forever place, it is family sized so I will be there in 25...Show more →
Beautiful spot. Glad to hear you are looking ahead again.
Some of you may remember Abner who passed away nearly two years ago, his passing took wind out of my sails but I feel a breeze rising after this time. That means I am taking an interest in photography again, that is also a reason behind buying the Z7II, it is also a reason you will suffer my presence more often!
I have kept Abner's Ashes at home, where we held his funeral, but today I obtained space at the San Luis Rey Mission cemetery for his forever place, it is family sized so I will be there in 25...Show more →
Beautiful spot. Glad to hear you are looking ahead again.
May 07, 2026 at 09:04 PM
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GeorgeBo wrote:
Hi Jim and thanks!
I use the Kolari magnetic mount filters that mount inside the body between the sensor and the lens mount. That way I don’t have to worry about multiple size filters for different lens filter sizes. One filter for which ever configuration I want.
I have an OEM Hot Mirror filter for standard color photography, an IR 720nm like I used in the previous shot (shoot in monochrome mode) and a UV/IR Cut (H-Alpha pass) filter. I have an IR 850nm on order.
So essentially 3 cameras in one. Simple to change on the fly too.
There is no issue using...Show more →
PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 with about 5mm rise
Converted GFX 50S with 720nm IR clip in filter
GeorgeBeautiful result!
George, Just a quick question about your full spectrum conversion. They remove the hot box, and replace it with clear glass - so you pick the spectrum by screwing a lens filter onto the front of the lens. If you use an AF lens can it work with such a darkened field? Can you see through the filter well enough to focus and compose, or do you remove it to accomplish that?
Jim
Thanks George. I understood the ability to switch filters, but I wasn't sure if the filter choice was invisible to you - like in my dslr conversions. I never see the filter as it is bypassed through the mirror and prism. Recently sold my first IR camera, but kept the 5D mark II - you reminded me I have a self attempted 7D with an 850nm filter installed, but a ribbon cable I need to sort out.
Hi Jim and thanks!
I use the Kolari magnetic mount filters that mount inside the body between the sensor and the lens mount. That way I don’t have to worry about multiple size filters for different lens filter sizes. One filter for which ever configuration I want.
I have an OEM Hot Mirror filter for standard color photography, an IR 720nm like I used in the previous shot (shoot in monochrome mode) and a UV/IR Cut (H-Alpha pass) filter. I have an IR 850nm on order.
So essentially 3 cameras in one. Simple to change on the fly too.
There is no issue using...Show more →
James Markus wrote
GeorgeBo wrote
Shooting IR gives a completely different perspective from somewhere I have been a hundred times.PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 with about 5mm rise
Converted GFX 50S with 720nm IR clip in filter
George
George, Just a quick question about your full spectrum conversion. They remove the hot box, and replace it with clear glass - so you pick the spectrum by screwing a lens filter onto the front of the lens. If you use an AF lens can it work with such a darkened field? Can you see through the filter well enough to focus and compose, or do you remove it to accomplish that?
Jim
Thanks George. I understood the ability to switch filters, but I wasn't sure if the filter choice was invisible to you - like in my dslr conversions. I never see the filter as it is bypassed through the mirror and prism. Recently sold my first IR camera, but kept the 5D mark II - you reminded me I have a self attempted 7D with an 850nm filter installed, but a ribbon cable I need to sort out.
May 07, 2026 at 09:13 PM
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Noct alert, not Rafael condition but in case someone is interested.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1942378/
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1942378/
May 08, 2026 at 04:12 AM
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pbraymond wrote:
Noct alert, not Rafael condition but in case someone is interested.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1942378/
I'm happy with my 1960 hand made "Noct-ish" 5.8 cm f1.4 auto-S, and other 50-ish f1.2 lenses. Same element/group config, and fewer iris blades works for me.
Noct alert, not Rafael condition but in case someone is interested.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1942378/
I'm happy with my 1960 hand made "Noct-ish" 5.8 cm f1.4 auto-S, and other 50-ish f1.2 lenses. Same element/group config, and fewer iris blades works for me.
May 08, 2026 at 07:51 AM
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Great price (by the standards of the beast) and condition is more than acceptable, including the matching box. I always wanted to get a box for my copy, just for fun, but even empty Noct boxes go for silly money.
Kudos to the seller for re-selling it for what he paid (which was below market rate): Sort of the opposite of most eBay sellers!
pbraymond wrote:
Noct alert, not Rafael condition but in case someone is interested.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1942378/
Edited on May 08, 2026 at 08:55 AM · View previous versions
Kudos to the seller for re-selling it for what he paid (which was below market rate): Sort of the opposite of most eBay sellers!
pbraymond wrote:
Noct alert, not Rafael condition but in case someone is interested.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1942378/
Edited on May 08, 2026 at 08:55 AM · View previous versions
May 08, 2026 at 08:01 AM
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cadman342001 wrote:
Congrats on the new body Raphael, seem to be some great Z bodies around at great prices. My recently acquired Zf was about $1k used and came with the Smallrig grip.
I wanted something with the best high ISO available primarily for astro with Viltrox 16mm f1.8 af so wanted one of the new stacked backlit sensors. Of course it's pretty good at non-astro too !
I went back to Cairns for a week last week for my daughter`s 30th and had a few days spare to get back out to the rainforest.
Zf + NKJ 28mm f2 @ f8, ISO100, 1/6 sec
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Andy, the Viltrox lens is highly rated and pretty wider, I understand Nikon does not have any Z lenses wider than 20mm. I am quite happy with the MF Nikkor 15mm series, but those do not travel well, bulky, no weather sealing, and poor hood design. (slips off).
Congrats on the new body Raphael, seem to be some great Z bodies around at great prices. My recently acquired Zf was about $1k used and came with the Smallrig grip.
I wanted something with the best high ISO available primarily for astro with Viltrox 16mm f1.8 af so wanted one of the new stacked backlit sensors. Of course it's pretty good at non-astro too !
I went back to Cairns for a week last week for my daughter`s 30th and had a few days spare to get back out to the rainforest.
Zf + NKJ 28mm f2 @ f8, ISO100, 1/6 sec
...Show more →
Andy, the Viltrox lens is highly rated and pretty wider, I understand Nikon does not have any Z lenses wider than 20mm. I am quite happy with the MF Nikkor 15mm series, but those do not travel well, bulky, no weather sealing, and poor hood design. (slips off).
May 08, 2026 at 08:26 AM
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pbraymond wrote:
Noct alert, not Rafael condition but in case someone is interested.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1942378/
That is a good one. The 58mm 1.2 is the one lens I am not likely to ever have as the price I am willing to pay for a mint one is less than the market rate, and the lens is too well known for someone to sell it for less than its worth.
Noct alert, not Rafael condition but in case someone is interested.
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1942378/
That is a good one. The 58mm 1.2 is the one lens I am not likely to ever have as the price I am willing to pay for a mint one is less than the market rate, and the lens is too well known for someone to sell it for less than its worth.
May 08, 2026 at 08:31 AM
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James Markus wrote:
I have kept Abner's Ashes at home, where we held his funeral, but today I obtained space at the San Luis Rey Mission cemetery for his forever place, it is family sized so I will be there in 25 years or so!
This place is just an old adobe building but is guaranteed for the next 500 years!
Here is Abner and the exact location for his final rest.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032911526_57b3d598af_h.jpgAbner Gomez_130 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7515/16137141499_35eabe4ff7_k.jpgnikon nikkor 18mm 3.5 ais D800 Corredor arches San Luis Rey mission by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7489/16288958626_63ffb15b27_k.jpgnikon nikkor 18mm 3.5 ais D800 Grounds San Luis Rey mission by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
Exactly here:
https://live.staticflickr.com/7271/7429426932_ed889bbb53_k.jpgNikon Nikkor 35mm 1.4 ais D800 at 8.0 San Luis Rey mission 6 by Rafael Batlle, on FlickrBeautiful spot. Glad to hear you are looking ahead again.
Thak you James, I am doing well and have been entertaining myself with the cars. I do have to say that photography provides a lot more entertaintment and satisfaction than the cars for a lot less money.
But she sure is pretty!
Nikon Nikkor 50mm 1.4 S.C Z6 1962 C1 Corvette 01_01 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
rafaelcasd wrote
Some of you may remember Abner who passed away nearly two years ago, his passing took wind out of my sails but I feel a breeze rising after this time. That means I am taking an interest in photography again, that is also a reason behind buying the Z7II, it is also a reason you will suffer my presence more often!I have kept Abner's Ashes at home, where we held his funeral, but today I obtained space at the San Luis Rey Mission cemetery for his forever place, it is family sized so I will be there in 25 years or so!
This place is just an old adobe building but is guaranteed for the next 500 years!
Here is Abner and the exact location for his final rest.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54032911526_57b3d598af_h.jpgAbner Gomez_130 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7515/16137141499_35eabe4ff7_k.jpgnikon nikkor 18mm 3.5 ais D800 Corredor arches San Luis Rey mission by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7489/16288958626_63ffb15b27_k.jpgnikon nikkor 18mm 3.5 ais D800 Grounds San Luis Rey mission by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
Exactly here:
https://live.staticflickr.com/7271/7429426932_ed889bbb53_k.jpgNikon Nikkor 35mm 1.4 ais D800 at 8.0 San Luis Rey mission 6 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
Thak you James, I am doing well and have been entertaining myself with the cars. I do have to say that photography provides a lot more entertaintment and satisfaction than the cars for a lot less money.
But she sure is pretty!
Nikon Nikkor 50mm 1.4 S.C Z6 1962 C1 Corvette 01_01 by Rafael Batlle, on FlickrMay 08, 2026 at 08:34 AM
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James Markus wrote:
I'm happy with my 1960 hand made "Noct-ish" 5.8 cm f1.4 auto-S, and other 50-ish f1.2 lenses. Same element/group config, and fewer iris blades works for me.
I have to admit, if I didn't already have a Noct 58/1.2 AiS, and an aversion to non-factory AI'ed lenses, I'd probably pick up the 5.8cm/1.4 S as it looks very interesting indeed. Arbitrary limits in my collecting habits (like CDs only for music, no vinyl, and only factory AI'ed or true AI/AiS lenses) is the only way I can keep my wife from killing me.
I'm happy with my 1960 hand made "Noct-ish" 5.8 cm f1.4 auto-S, and other 50-ish f1.2 lenses. Same element/group config, and fewer iris blades works for me.
I have to admit, if I didn't already have a Noct 58/1.2 AiS, and an aversion to non-factory AI'ed lenses, I'd probably pick up the 5.8cm/1.4 S as it looks very interesting indeed. Arbitrary limits in my collecting habits (like CDs only for music, no vinyl, and only factory AI'ed or true AI/AiS lenses) is the only way I can keep my wife from killing me.
May 08, 2026 at 10:12 AM
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grantgoodes wrote:
I have to admit, if I didn't already have a Noct 58/1.2 AiS, and an aversion to non-factory AI'ed lenses, I'd probably pick up the 5.8cm/1.4 S as it looks very interesting indeed. Arbitrary limits in my collecting habits (like CDs only for music, no vinyl, and only factory AI'ed or true AI/AiS lenses) is the only way I can keep my wife from killing me.
Grant, You need to deploy some counter measures that frequently get used on us guys. The old "what? This ole thing - I've had this for ages". Works both ways - might as well join the club.
James Markus wrote
I'm happy with my 1960 hand made "Noct-ish" 5.8 cm f1.4 auto-S, and other 50-ish f1.2 lenses. Same element/group config, and fewer iris blades works for me.Grant, You need to deploy some counter measures that frequently get used on us guys. The old "what? This ole thing - I've had this for ages". Works both ways - might as well join the club.
May 08, 2026 at 10:25 AM
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rafaelcasd wrote:
Thak you James, I am doing well and have been entertaining myself with the cars. I do have to say that photography provides a lot more entertaintment and satisfaction than the cars for a lot less money.
But she sure is pretty!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54392164990_6933b9abb5_k.jpgNikon Nikkor 50mm 1.4 S.C Z6 1962 C1 Corvette 01_01 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
That lovely car is a winner for you twice. Same for photography.
Thak you James, I am doing well and have been entertaining myself with the cars. I do have to say that photography provides a lot more entertaintment and satisfaction than the cars for a lot less money.
But she sure is pretty!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54392164990_6933b9abb5_k.jpgNikon Nikkor 50mm 1.4 S.C Z6 1962 C1 Corvette 01_01 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
That lovely car is a winner for you twice. Same for photography.
May 08, 2026 at 11:02 AM
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James Markus wrote:
Grant, You need to deploy some counter measures that frequently get used on us guys. The old "what? This ole thing - I've had this for ages". Works both ways - might as well join the club.
My wife and I share a credit card, so all "boing-oing-oing!" purchases show up to both of us. She loves shoes and some expensive luxury items, but we have an agreement about discretionary purchases over $200 always being discussed, and that has served us well for our nearly 40 years together. Honestly, she wouldn't care if I was buying a lens/month, as long as I use them: She's a keeper!
Grant, You need to deploy some counter measures that frequently get used on us guys. The old "what? This ole thing - I've had this for ages". Works both ways - might as well join the club.
My wife and I share a credit card, so all "boing-oing-oing!" purchases show up to both of us. She loves shoes and some expensive luxury items, but we have an agreement about discretionary purchases over $200 always being discussed, and that has served us well for our nearly 40 years together. Honestly, she wouldn't care if I was buying a lens/month, as long as I use them: She's a keeper!
May 08, 2026 at 11:27 AM
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James Markus wrote:
Grant, You need to deploy some counter measures that frequently get used on us guys. The old "what? This ole thing - I've had this for ages". Works both ways - might as well join the club.
My wife and I share a credit card, so all "boing-oing-oing!" purchases show up to both of us. She loves shoes and some expensive luxury items, but we have an agreement about discretionary purchases over $200 always being discussed, and that has served us well for our nearly 40 years together. Honestly, she wouldn't care if I was buying a lens/month, as long as I use them: She's a keeper!
Ooops: Double post! Not sure how that happened..
Edited on May 10, 2026 at 05:00 AM · View previous versions
Grant, You need to deploy some counter measures that frequently get used on us guys. The old "what? This ole thing - I've had this for ages". Works both ways - might as well join the club.
My wife and I share a credit card, so all "boing-oing-oing!" purchases show up to both of us. She loves shoes and some expensive luxury items, but we have an agreement about discretionary purchases over $200 always being discussed, and that has served us well for our nearly 40 years together. Honestly, she wouldn't care if I was buying a lens/month, as long as I use them: She's a keeper!
Ooops: Double post! Not sure how that happened..
Edited on May 10, 2026 at 05:00 AM · View previous versions
May 08, 2026 at 11:27 AM
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16-image stack using 105/4 Micro on D700
May 08, 2026 at 06:07 PM
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Ken,
Single image with Nikkor 55mm 1.2 O
Nikkor 55mm 1.2 Oscilloscope orchid-1-53 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
Single image with Nikkor 55mm 1.2 O
Nikkor 55mm 1.2 Oscilloscope orchid-1-53 by Rafael Batlle, on FlickrMay 09, 2026 at 08:42 AM
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rafaelcasd wrote:
Ken,
Single image with Nikkor 55mm 1.2 O
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55248467847_52a3a0928b_h.jpgNikkor 55mm 1.2 Oscilloscope orchid-1-53 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
OK, Rafael. It's not a competition, but you win hands down with that exotic lens. I always enjoy your contributions, whether fast cars, fast lenses, or rare wonders from the world of Nikon.
Ken,
Single image with Nikkor 55mm 1.2 O
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55248467847_52a3a0928b_h.jpgNikkor 55mm 1.2 Oscilloscope orchid-1-53 by Rafael Batlle, on Flickr
OK, Rafael. It's not a competition, but you win hands down with that exotic lens. I always enjoy your contributions, whether fast cars, fast lenses, or rare wonders from the world of Nikon.
May 09, 2026 at 12:29 PM