iggy
Loc: Southern Utah
I received my new D850 today (ordered directly from Nikon on Oct 8th, for those tracking the delivery times), and was excited to try out the new Focus Shift feature with my trusted Tokina 100mm. Unfortunately, the D850 will not allow that particular lens to access the Focus Shift feature. The manual indicates only AF-S and AF-P lenses will work, and it does work just fine with a variety of my Nikon and Tamron lens.
But, I only have one macro lens, which is the Tokina. It works superbly with the D850, just not with the new stacking feature. So, before I jump the gun and purchase a replacement macro lens, I'm curious if anyone has found a work-around?
Based on the info in the manual, the Nikkor 200mm f/4 D may not work either. So, I'm probably left with the Nikkor 105mm - budget wise, anyway.
Anyone tried focus shift with a non- AF-S or AF-P lens with success? I suspect Nikon is relying on the internal lens motor for a precise shift from image to image. But, it doesn't hurt to ask.
Thanks.
Chris T
Loc: from England across the pond to New England
Iggy ... time to change your signature, then, I suspect ....
What about the Sigma EX 105 OS HSM Macro ... would that not work with your new D850?
iggy
Loc: Southern Utah
Chris T wrote:
Iggy ... time to change your signature, then, I suspect ....
What about the Sigma EX 105 OS HSM Macro ... would that not work with your new D850?
Indeed, the signature was out of date. I'll take a look at the Sigma. It's about $400 off retail I noticed, and it appears to be compliant. I'll drop Sigma a line. Thanks!
Chris T
Loc: from England across the pond to New England
iggy wrote:
I'll take a look at the Sigma. It's about $400 off retail I noticed, and it appears to be compliant. I'll drop Sigma a line. Thanks!
Sure ... I just love mine ... got it for just $565 too ... bought it for my Sony a77 II ...
Thinking of getting another one for my Nikons ...
I think you'll like it ...
Let us know when you are ready to sell the Tokina ;) (Put it on my Christmas wish list but don't think anyone is biting here at home lol)
Chris T
Loc: from England across the pond to New England
deer2ker wrote:
Let us know when you are ready to sell the Tokina ;) (Put it on my Christmas wish list but don't think anyone is biting here at home lol)
Deer ... the price on the Tokina 100 Macro has gone down, now ... you can get one for $380 .... take a look ...
B&H actually has one for $350! :D Yea I've gotten too many toys lately - been leaving hints all around the house though.
Chris T wrote:
Deer ... the price on the Tokina 100 Macro has gone down, now ... you can get one for $380 .... take a look ...
Chris T
Loc: from England across the pond to New England
deer2ker wrote:
B&H actually has one for $350! :D Yea I've gotten too many toys lately - been leaving hints all around the house though.
Actually, Deer ... I got that price I quoted from the B&H catalogue (by my side) ....
So, has the price gone down, yet, again ... or is that for a used or refurb one?
No new - dropped $50 for a short time!
Chris T wrote:
Actually, Deer ... I got that price I quoted from the B&H catalogue (by my side) ....
So, has the price gone down, yet, again ... or is that for a used or refurb one?
Chris T
Loc: from England across the pond to New England
deer2ker wrote:
No new - dropped $50 for a short time!
Grab it, then, Deer ... cheapest 100 Macro going ... and some say ... one of the best, too ... it's a win-win!!!!
iggy wrote:
I received my new D850 today (ordered directly from Nikon on Oct 8th, for those tracking the delivery times), and was excited to try out the new Focus Shift feature with my trusted Tokina 100mm. Unfortunately, the D850 will not allow that particular lens to access the Focus Shift feature. The manual indicates only AF-S and AF-P lenses will work, and it does work just fine with a variety of my Nikon and Tamron lens.
But, I only have one macro lens, which is the Tokina. It works superbly with the D850, just not with the new stacking feature. So, before I jump the gun and purchase a replacement macro lens, I'm curious if anyone has found a work-around?
Based on the info in the manual, the Nikkor 200mm f/4 D may not work either. So, I'm probably left with the Nikkor 105mm - budget wise, anyway.
Anyone tried focus shift with a non- AF-S or AF-P lens with success? I suspect Nikon is relying on the internal lens motor for a precise shift from image to image. But, it doesn't hurt to ask.
Thanks.
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Will the 200mm macro work in manual?
iggy
Loc: Southern Utah
The 200mm should work just fine. My Tokina 100mm works great in auto and manual focus. It's just the focus shift (stacking) feature that is disabled. Unless the body recognizes an AF-S or AF-P lens attached, the menu to activate the focus shifting is greyed-out.
Chris T
Loc: from England across the pond to New England
Manglesphoto wrote:
Will the 200mm macro work in manual?
Why wouldn't it, Mangles? ... They all do ....
Chris T
Loc: from England across the pond to New England
iggy wrote:
The 200mm should work just fine. My Tokina 100mm works great in auto and manual focus. It's just the focus shift (stacking) feature that is disabled. Unless the body recognizes an AF-S or AF-P lens attached, the menu to activate the focus shifting is greyed-out.
That's a shame, Iggy ... the D850 advertising / reviews / box, even - should have notified you of that, prior to your purchase ....
Still - that Sigma I mentioned, is a viable option, not to mention Tamron's 90 Macro (any version) and also Nikon's own 85 f3.5 Micro ....
Any of those should work fine with your new D850 .....
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