D7000
May 14, 2012 18:52:46 #
MT Shooter wrote:
DX lenses have "good" quality glass, yes. While it generally does not compare to FX lens elements as it is sized for DX. This is why you don't see Nikons Premium series lenses in DX format (12-24mm F2.8, 24-70mm F2.8, 70-200mm F2.8, nor any of the long primes ie. 300mm F2.8 through 600mm F4).
DX lenses have "good" quality glass, yes. While it generally does not compare to FX lens elements as it is sized for DX. This is why you don't see Nikons Premium series lenses in DX format (12-24mm F2.8, 24-70mm F2.8, 70-200mm F2.8, nor any of the long primes ie. 300mm F2.8 through 600mm F4).
The 17-55 2.8 is DX format and is an exceptional "premium" lens, (and expensive) but it came out back when Nikon didn't offer a full-frame sensor.
May 14, 2012 19:00:13 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
The 17-55 2.8 is DX format and is an exceptional "premium" lens, (and expensive) but it came out back when Nikon didn't offer a full-frame sensor.
MT Shooter wrote:
DX lenses have "good" quality glass, yes. While it generally does not compare to FX lens elements as it is sized for DX. This is why you don't see Nikons Premium series lenses in DX format (12-24mm F2.8, 24-70mm F2.8, 70-200mm F2.8, nor any of the long primes ie. 300mm F2.8 through 600mm F4).
DX lenses have "good" quality glass, yes. While it generally does not compare to FX lens elements as it is sized for DX. This is why you don't see Nikons Premium series lenses in DX format (12-24mm F2.8, 24-70mm F2.8, 70-200mm F2.8, nor any of the long primes ie. 300mm F2.8 through 600mm F4).
The 17-55 2.8 is DX format and is an exceptional "premium" lens, (and expensive) but it came out back when Nikon didn't offer a full-frame sensor.
Yes, its definitely a "one-off", even for Nikon. There is an exception for almost every rule. I remember D2X users screaming for joy when that lens was introduced. At least until the sticker shock set in! LOL
And unless I am mistaken, Nikon still produces it, don't they?
May 14, 2012 19:05:08 #
MT Shooter wrote:
Yes, its definitely a "one-off", even for Nikon. There is an exception for almost every rule. I remember D2X users screaming for joy when that lens was introduced. At least until the sticker shock set in! LOL
And unless I am mistaken, Nikon still produces it, don't they?
Yes, its definitely a "one-off", even for Nikon. There is an exception for almost every rule. I remember D2X users screaming for joy when that lens was introduced. At least until the sticker shock set in! LOL
And unless I am mistaken, Nikon still produces it, don't they?
Yep- "Only" $1450, IF you can find one.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/300490-USA/Nikon_2147_17_55mm_f_2_8G_ED_IF_AF_S.html
For DX, it's my walking around lens.
Constant aperture 2.8 and so sharp, I have to keep bandaids handy. No VR doesn't bother me much.
May 14, 2012 19:06:03 #
MT Shooter wrote:
quote=GoofyNewfie quote=MT Shooter br DX lense... (show quote)
Only one left at Amazon. I hope no one beats me to it! At $1,600, it's a bargain - isn't it?
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-17-55mm-2-8G-ED-IF-Nikkor/dp/B000144I2Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1337036694&sr=8-1
I'm signing off for the day. Got to get some pizza and Guinness and watch some TV.
May 14, 2012 19:11:27 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
quote=MT Shooter br Yes, its definitely a "... (show quote)
Yes, but you don't use it on the D700 do you? Almost pointless to crop the image just for that one lens. I am betting you have a 24-70 F2.8 for that body.
May 14, 2012 19:27:25 #
May 14, 2012 19:51:48 #
MT Shooter wrote:
35mm is a DX lens and I refuse to buy DX lenses. 50mm F1.8 is a good option if you don't have the change for a F1.4 version. I sold my MF 50mm F1.4 with my F2 and have never bought an AF version myself, have never had a need or desire for it. I liked it in the old MF film days because zooms back then were so crappy, today the are light years better than back then. I have the 50mm covered in 3 other zoom lenses.
But damn that lens was sharp!
May 14, 2012 21:53:31 #
MT Shooter wrote:
I highly recommend "Nikon D7000, From Snapshots to Great Shots" by John Batdorff, a pro who actually uses the D7000 in the field. Amazon has it at a good price.
Just bought the Kindle edition for $9.00. :thumbup:
May 14, 2012 23:01:15 #
All of these were shot with the D7000 and Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G DX.
8695_pp.jpg was cropped down for a more soothing effect, but you can still see the sharpness and level of detail this combination can achieve.
8695_pp.jpg was cropped down for a more soothing effect, but you can still see the sharpness and level of detail this combination can achieve.
May 15, 2012 02:07:15 #
Nikon D7000 by David Busch, Compact Field Guide for the Nikon D7000 by David Busch, Mastering the Nikon D7000 by Darrell Young (Rockynook Nikonians Press), Nikon D7000 The Expanded Guide by Jon Sparks, Nikon D7000 From Snapshots to Great Shots by John Batdorff and Nikon D7000 Digital Field Guide by J. Dennis Thomas. I got them all from Amazon!
May 15, 2012 02:16:59 #
MT Shooter wrote:
quote=gfinlayson quote=MT Shooter DX lenses are ... (show quote)
I had the Nikon 10-24. Slow maximum aperture (f/3.5 - 4.5) and very plasticky build. The Tokina is a far better lens - f/2.8 constant aperture, fully internally focusing, and easily corrected distortion. It's also built like a tank. Nikon really let's DX users down by lacking a fast wide angle. The 14-24 is nowhere near wide enough on DX when you want to go wide.
I understand the focus motor issue for some users, but for a D7000, the Tokina is the best ultra-wide there is.
Incidentally, I also owned the 14-24 when I had a D700 (I went back to DX for extra reach with telephotos for wildlife). Optically, it's a stellar performer, but it's a PITA with filters for landscape use. Only Lee makes a decent filter kit for it, and there are continual supply problems.
I don't really understand why Nikon has so few premium DX lenses considering that before the advent of the D3 and D700, all of it's pro bodies were DX. The D300/s is a pro body too, and that's also DX.
May 15, 2012 15:46:13 #
[quote=MT Shooter][quote=GoofyNewfie]
MT - would you agree that the 35mm f/1.8 is the sharpest DX Lens offered? I've heard of full frame users using it because even with a little vignetting it is very sharp...?
MT Shooter wrote:
Yes, its definitely a "one-off", even for Nikon. There is an exception for almost every rule. I remember D2X users screaming for joy when that lens was introduced. At least until the sticker shock set in! LOL
And unless I am mistaken, Nikon still produces it, don't they?
Yes, its definitely a "one-off", even for Nikon. There is an exception for almost every rule. I remember D2X users screaming for joy when that lens was introduced. At least until the sticker shock set in! LOL
And unless I am mistaken, Nikon still produces it, don't they?
MT - would you agree that the 35mm f/1.8 is the sharpest DX Lens offered? I've heard of full frame users using it because even with a little vignetting it is very sharp...?
May 15, 2012 15:57:08 #
[quote=Stef C][quote=MT Shooter]
Its certainly the fastest, but having never used it I have no idea as to its sharpness other than what I read in reviews. Speed and sharpness are not always synonymous.
GoofyNewfie wrote:
MT - would you agree that the 35mm f/1.8 is the sharpest DX Lens offered? I've heard of full frame users using it because even with a little vignetting it is very sharp...?
MT Shooter wrote:
Yes, its definitely a "one-off", even for Nikon. There is an exception for almost every rule. I remember D2X users screaming for joy when that lens was introduced. At least until the sticker shock set in! LOL
And unless I am mistaken, Nikon still produces it, don't they?
Yes, its definitely a "one-off", even for Nikon. There is an exception for almost every rule. I remember D2X users screaming for joy when that lens was introduced. At least until the sticker shock set in! LOL
And unless I am mistaken, Nikon still produces it, don't they?
MT - would you agree that the 35mm f/1.8 is the sharpest DX Lens offered? I've heard of full frame users using it because even with a little vignetting it is very sharp...?
Its certainly the fastest, but having never used it I have no idea as to its sharpness other than what I read in reviews. Speed and sharpness are not always synonymous.
May 17, 2012 09:09:39 #
Magic Lantern Guides has a book that comes with a DVD that you can watch as well, Nikon D700 Muliimedia workshop
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