help on lens
May 23, 2014 20:32:25 #
What is the difference between he two?
1. Nikon 105mm f/2.0D AF DC-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
2.Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens
1. Nikon 105mm f/2.0D AF DC-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
2.Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens
May 23, 2014 20:38:54 #
1. is a special portrait lens with a control for sharpness
2. is a special flat field lens for close up work capable of focusing unaided to 1:1 reproduction image size.
2. is a special flat field lens for close up work capable of focusing unaided to 1:1 reproduction image size.
May 23, 2014 21:02:56 #
So if I want to shoot Macro, #2 would be what I want is that correct?
And I am glad you helped me.
And I am glad you helped me.
May 23, 2014 21:45:39 #
ImageMeister is absolutely correct. He participates on the Close-Up Photography Forum at http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-113-1.html , and the Macro-Photography Forum at http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.html
The Macro Forum is the section to ask your questions about macro equipment and macro technique.
The Macro Forum is the section to ask your questions about macro equipment and macro technique.
May 23, 2014 22:10:52 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
Davet wrote:
So if I want to shoot Macro, #2 would be what I want is that correct?
And I am glad you helped me.
And I am glad you helped me.
Yes, it's #2 that you want for macro shots.
May 24, 2014 16:03:55 #
imagemeister, If I want this type of lens for some macro, but also some general landscape, which one of the two would you recommend? Your advise is appreciated.
May 24, 2014 16:19:53 #
Davet wrote:
imagemeister, If I want this type of lens for some macro, but also some general landscape, which one of the two would you recommend? Your advise is appreciated.
Definitely the "macro" ....
May 24, 2014 23:33:54 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
Davet wrote:
What is the difference between he two?
1. Nikon 105mm f/2.0D AF DC-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
2.Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens
1. Nikon 105mm f/2.0D AF DC-Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
2.Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens
Lens #1 is a very, very specialized lens. It basically exists to shift the out of focus "boundaries" either forward or backwards. Usually we want it shifted forward, so more of the foreground is in focus and less of the background is. If macro isn't part of the question, I would recommend a 85mm f/1.8 lens over this one. My 105mm f/2 DC sits in the cabinet all the time, my 85mm is always in the camera bag and has been used for over half my shots in the past two years.
May 25, 2014 08:21:45 #
What is the difference in the G or D?
1. Nikon 85mm f/1.8D AF
2. Nikon 85mm f/1.8G AF-S NIKKOR
1. Nikon 85mm f/1.8D AF
2. Nikon 85mm f/1.8G AF-S NIKKOR
May 25, 2014 10:41:55 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
Davet wrote:
What is the difference in the G or D?
1. Nikon 85mm f/1.8D AF
2. Nikon 85mm f/1.8G AF-S NIKKOR
1. Nikon 85mm f/1.8D AF
2. Nikon 85mm f/1.8G AF-S NIKKOR
The AF-D lens has an aperture ring but does not have an autofocus motor. The AF-S, G lens has an autofocus motor but does not have an aperture ring.
Some older Nikon film cameras do not work fully with G lenses.
Some more basic level DSLRs (D3x00 and D5x00 series, for example) do not have an autofocus motor built in, so an AF-S lenses is needed for autofocus to work. The D7x00 series and all full frame DSLRs do have autofocus motors, so they do not require AF-S lenses, AF will work.
May 25, 2014 13:57:44 #
May 25, 2014 14:00:24 #
Davet wrote:
Compatible lenses: D-/G-type AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported (per http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Nikon-Products/Product-Archive/Digital-SLR-Cameras/25432/D300.html ) All D & G lenses will auto-focus & auto-aperture on a D300.I have a D300 so which one would I need?
May 25, 2014 14:10:37 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
Davet wrote:
I have a D300 so which one would I need?
Either will work with the D300. If price is not a factor, I would go with the AF-S 85mm f/1.8G, because the autofocus should be quicker and the overall image quality is slightly better.
May 25, 2014 15:13:37 #
May 25, 2014 15:16:07 #
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