(SOLD) Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8 ED Nikkor One Touch (Push-Pull) 1988-1992 variant
Mar 1, 2023 13:40:01 #
Condition: (Excellent Plus) 90 to 96 percent of original condition. Exceptionally nice
Purchased from Roberts in Summer of 2014
Serial Number: (253XXX) Which was produced in ~ December 1988
Source: Roland's Nikon Lens database
What's in the box
AF 80-200mm f2.8 ED One Touch (Push-Pull) Serial Number: (253XXX)
Nikon HN-28 Lens Hood (LN in original box)
New Nikon LC-77 Front Lens Cap *Tossed the original Lens Cap which is a nuisance to use
[Pro]-master 86mm Front Cap for HN-28 Lens Hood (allows safe storage with Hood attached)
Original Nikon Rear Lens Cap
Nikon CL-43A Case
Manfrotto 293 Lens Support (LN in Box) For AF Fine Tune on Consumer Bodies i.e D7200 & D750
Price: US $169 (or best reasonable offer) includes Shipping (CONUS)
Shipping: USPS Signature Required; Insured with Tracking)
Note: The above condition evaluation (Excellent Plus) is based on my own judgment and nine years experience using the Nikkor on commercial assignments. Please examine the included photos carefully since most are at a high resolution far greater than what an unaided eye can discern. Internal Optics recently examined with a Nurse's Pupil Gauge light (no haze, fungus, scratches, or excessive dust etc) crystal clear glass.
The Zoom Mechanism in absolutely MINT! Firm and will not fall under it's own weight yet has perfect constant resistance throughout it's entire zoom range, a joy to use... This lens has been deployed in a studio exclusively for the past nine years and stored in a climate controlled environment.
Who is this AF 80-200mm f2.8 ED Nikkor ideal for?
Portrait Photographers (See Example BTS (behind the scenes image))
Legendary Nikkor: Optical performance is exceptional! Image Quality of results are impeccable.
This epic Portrait Lens works well both in Studio and for Stage/Concerts scenarios.
Considering it's asking price point there isn't much else available by Nikon that works as well.
For less than a "Nifty Fifty" you get prime lens quality in a Pro Grade Build.
Nikon's 80-200mm f2,8 Nikkors typically outlast the cameras they are mounted on by many years.
Note: It can work fairly well for outdoor sports with careful deployment of it's 3 stage Focus Limiter.
For portraits Depth of Field and Build Quality make this lens a definite leader in the Nikkor line-up.
BTW, decades later this lens and one of it's little sisters (the AF 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5) Push-Pull variant are still outstanding Nikon "budget" portrait lenses options.
This is primarily a Portrait Lens for Studio and Stage Events (Concerts & Fashion Catwalk etc.)
Not for Adverse Weather Events (It's not completely weathered sealed)
Not for Wildlife (Especially BIF) nor Indoor Sporting Events (focus speed is slow even with Limiter.)
* Important! Requires a Nikon Camera with Screwdriver motor for AF (manual focus otherwise)
* This variant is NOT a "D" version as such can only be used with Nikon CLS in iTTL (Not iTTL-BL)
* (The high resolution BTS example was taken with Nikon CLS in iTTL using the Focus Limiter)
However it is the ONLY Pro version AF 80-200mm f/2.8 with a robust sliding Metal Limiter Switch (Not the Plastic Switch notoriously prone to failure) which can be a major problem since Nikon no longer services those variants leaving repair of this Plastic Limiter Switch to third party providers only.
Or with as one gifted UHH member's workaround (JB Weld epoxy) kludge repair. Thanks Gene for this tip
BTW: This 80-200mm variant's Limiter has Four Separate Settings: (3m 10ft - M; FULL; ∞-3m 10ft; ∞-5m 15ft)
Why is my 80-200mm f/2.8 now up for sale?
Weight: I'm now limited to Studio Work primarily with much lighter primes.
Fortunately I recently acquired Nikon's f/4G variant from another UHH member (1/2 the weigh)
Note: Since there are over a half dozen 80-200mm f/2.8; f/4 and f/3.5-4.5 variants of this lens I've included KEH's selections of this exact Nikkor and have priced this Lens accordingly at a competitive price point.
Like KEH I will allow return within 14 days of delivery if it doesn't meet and/or expectations.
This Nikkor is really that good.
As with all Photo Kit I sell here on UHH I offer after sales support to assure you can/will obtain the superb results this Legendary Nikkor is capable of. Caveat: A few Nikon "Screwdriver" Bodies lack AF Fine Tune: Example the Nikon D90 etc. As such they are not an ideal compliment for this Nikkor (i.e. not recommended).
Questions and/or Concerns? Please PM me thru the UHH messaging system... Thank you.
Purchased from Roberts in Summer of 2014
Serial Number: (253XXX) Which was produced in ~ December 1988
Source: Roland's Nikon Lens database
What's in the box
AF 80-200mm f2.8 ED One Touch (Push-Pull) Serial Number: (253XXX)
Nikon HN-28 Lens Hood (LN in original box)
New Nikon LC-77 Front Lens Cap *Tossed the original Lens Cap which is a nuisance to use
[Pro]-master 86mm Front Cap for HN-28 Lens Hood (allows safe storage with Hood attached)
Original Nikon Rear Lens Cap
Nikon CL-43A Case
Manfrotto 293 Lens Support (LN in Box) For AF Fine Tune on Consumer Bodies i.e D7200 & D750
Price: US $169 (or best reasonable offer) includes Shipping (CONUS)
Shipping: USPS Signature Required; Insured with Tracking)
Note: The above condition evaluation (Excellent Plus) is based on my own judgment and nine years experience using the Nikkor on commercial assignments. Please examine the included photos carefully since most are at a high resolution far greater than what an unaided eye can discern. Internal Optics recently examined with a Nurse's Pupil Gauge light (no haze, fungus, scratches, or excessive dust etc) crystal clear glass.
The Zoom Mechanism in absolutely MINT! Firm and will not fall under it's own weight yet has perfect constant resistance throughout it's entire zoom range, a joy to use... This lens has been deployed in a studio exclusively for the past nine years and stored in a climate controlled environment.
Who is this AF 80-200mm f2.8 ED Nikkor ideal for?
Portrait Photographers (See Example BTS (behind the scenes image))
Legendary Nikkor: Optical performance is exceptional! Image Quality of results are impeccable.
This epic Portrait Lens works well both in Studio and for Stage/Concerts scenarios.
Considering it's asking price point there isn't much else available by Nikon that works as well.
For less than a "Nifty Fifty" you get prime lens quality in a Pro Grade Build.
Nikon's 80-200mm f2,8 Nikkors typically outlast the cameras they are mounted on by many years.
Note: It can work fairly well for outdoor sports with careful deployment of it's 3 stage Focus Limiter.
For portraits Depth of Field and Build Quality make this lens a definite leader in the Nikkor line-up.
BTW, decades later this lens and one of it's little sisters (the AF 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5) Push-Pull variant are still outstanding Nikon "budget" portrait lenses options.
This is primarily a Portrait Lens for Studio and Stage Events (Concerts & Fashion Catwalk etc.)
Not for Adverse Weather Events (It's not completely weathered sealed)
Not for Wildlife (Especially BIF) nor Indoor Sporting Events (focus speed is slow even with Limiter.)
* Important! Requires a Nikon Camera with Screwdriver motor for AF (manual focus otherwise)
* This variant is NOT a "D" version as such can only be used with Nikon CLS in iTTL (Not iTTL-BL)
* (The high resolution BTS example was taken with Nikon CLS in iTTL using the Focus Limiter)
However it is the ONLY Pro version AF 80-200mm f/2.8 with a robust sliding Metal Limiter Switch (Not the Plastic Switch notoriously prone to failure) which can be a major problem since Nikon no longer services those variants leaving repair of this Plastic Limiter Switch to third party providers only.
Or with as one gifted UHH member's workaround (JB Weld epoxy) kludge repair. Thanks Gene for this tip
BTW: This 80-200mm variant's Limiter has Four Separate Settings: (3m 10ft - M; FULL; ∞-3m 10ft; ∞-5m 15ft)
Why is my 80-200mm f/2.8 now up for sale?
Weight: I'm now limited to Studio Work primarily with much lighter primes.
Fortunately I recently acquired Nikon's f/4G variant from another UHH member (1/2 the weigh)
Note: Since there are over a half dozen 80-200mm f/2.8; f/4 and f/3.5-4.5 variants of this lens I've included KEH's selections of this exact Nikkor and have priced this Lens accordingly at a competitive price point.
Like KEH I will allow return within 14 days of delivery if it doesn't meet and/or expectations.
This Nikkor is really that good.
As with all Photo Kit I sell here on UHH I offer after sales support to assure you can/will obtain the superb results this Legendary Nikkor is capable of. Caveat: A few Nikon "Screwdriver" Bodies lack AF Fine Tune: Example the Nikon D90 etc. As such they are not an ideal compliment for this Nikkor (i.e. not recommended).
Questions and/or Concerns? Please PM me thru the UHH messaging system... Thank you.
Nikon AF 80-200mm f2.8 ED Nikkor One Touch (Push-Pull) 1988-1992 variant (high resolution)
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AF 80-200mm f2.8 ED Nikkor Optical Lens Elements (© Nikon USA)
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Nikon HN-28 Lens Hood (LN in original box) With [Pro]-master 86mm Front Cap for HN-28 Lens Hood (allows safe storage with Hood attached)
(Download)
AF 80-200mm f2.8 Lens Mount (Illustrating Surface Condition, i.e. Clean with minimum or light wear)
(Download)
High Resolution BTS example was taken with Nikon CLS in iTTL (off-camera SB-700 w/ shoot through umbrella) using the Focus Limiter set to 3m 10ft - M
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KEH's selections of the exact same model Nikkor and I have priced my Lens accordingly at a competitive price point.
(Download)
Mar 1, 2023 14:22:19 #
SPECIAL "Giveaway" OFFER
For any member who's UHH posts are primarily in the Portraiture, Headshot & Beauty Genre.
I will bundle (i.e. include) a "Top Mint" AF 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5 (Push-Pull MK-II) Nikkor (1988 to 1998) of the same vintage era (both being non-D variants) absolutely FREE with this lens. See Images of and from this Nikkor below
Reason for this Giveaway?
My Mission Goal on UHH now is to encourage and advocate the pursuit of Commercial Portraiture.
It has been and continues to be a primary revenue source and one of immense gratification over the years. Thus I would like to "pass the torch" to other UHH members who might wish to receive recompense for their photographic skills in Portraiture. The AF 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5 (Push-Pull MK-II) Nikkor (1988 to 1998) is one of the AF 80-200mm f/2.8's "little sisters" and is very capable of compelling imagery in it's own right.
BTW, it also has the exact same MFD of the AF 80-200mm f/2.8 being offered for sale here which is 1.5m (5 feet). This allows you to "adjust" your visual perspective for shooting tight beauty genre & headshots. a.k.a. same functional "feel" and "perception" (albeit the Push/Pull is reversed)
Both headshot images below were shot at 1.5 meters (MFD i.e. min focus distance of the lens being offered as an add-on "Giveaway" here) with max angles of view (135mm for first Headshot verses 202mm FX equivalent in DX mode for second headshot of the same cosmetology mannequin). Also I've included a comparison image of another "Legendary" Nikkor of the same era (The "Pro Build" AF 35-70mm f/2.8; Note the similarity is amazingly especially since they both weigh virtually the same (630 grams verses 664 grams)... Massive glass, which becomes rather obvious in the hand.
At the end of the day "Beauty is in the eyes of the Checkbook Holder" Dean Collins
In my experience nothing else really matters if you are paying the bills with your Kit.
Wishing all UHH member here good health and much success on your photographic journey.
For any member who's UHH posts are primarily in the Portraiture, Headshot & Beauty Genre.
I will bundle (i.e. include) a "Top Mint" AF 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5 (Push-Pull MK-II) Nikkor (1988 to 1998) of the same vintage era (both being non-D variants) absolutely FREE with this lens. See Images of and from this Nikkor below
Reason for this Giveaway?
My Mission Goal on UHH now is to encourage and advocate the pursuit of Commercial Portraiture.
It has been and continues to be a primary revenue source and one of immense gratification over the years. Thus I would like to "pass the torch" to other UHH members who might wish to receive recompense for their photographic skills in Portraiture. The AF 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5 (Push-Pull MK-II) Nikkor (1988 to 1998) is one of the AF 80-200mm f/2.8's "little sisters" and is very capable of compelling imagery in it's own right.
BTW, it also has the exact same MFD of the AF 80-200mm f/2.8 being offered for sale here which is 1.5m (5 feet). This allows you to "adjust" your visual perspective for shooting tight beauty genre & headshots. a.k.a. same functional "feel" and "perception" (albeit the Push/Pull is reversed)
Both headshot images below were shot at 1.5 meters (MFD i.e. min focus distance of the lens being offered as an add-on "Giveaway" here) with max angles of view (135mm for first Headshot verses 202mm FX equivalent in DX mode for second headshot of the same cosmetology mannequin). Also I've included a comparison image of another "Legendary" Nikkor of the same era (The "Pro Build" AF 35-70mm f/2.8; Note the similarity is amazingly especially since they both weigh virtually the same (630 grams verses 664 grams)... Massive glass, which becomes rather obvious in the hand.
At the end of the day "Beauty is in the eyes of the Checkbook Holder" Dean Collins
In my experience nothing else really matters if you are paying the bills with your Kit.
Wishing all UHH member here good health and much success on your photographic journey.
"Top Mint" AF 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5 (Push-Pull MK-II) Nikkor (1988 to 1998)
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AF 35-135mm f3.5-4.5 Nikkor Lens Mount Surface
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AF 35-135mm f3.5-4.5 Nikkor vs AF 35-70mm f2.8 Nikkor © Radojuva.com.ua Ukraine (Note amazingly similarity)
AF 35-135mm f3.5-4.5 Nikkor Headshot at FX 135mm
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AF 35-135mm f3.5-4.5 Nikkor Headshot at DX 202mm (angle of view)
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Mar 1, 2023 17:45:46 #
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