Showcase Nikon 105mm 1:2.8 AI-s Micro-Nikkor

[Jefenator]

This is my background eraser! I like cataloging my glass art outdoors in the sun whenever possible. With this lens, it doesn't much matter what is behind my subject - the 105mm will turn it to silk. All the while the subject is rendered as faithfully (and sharply) as I could possibly want.

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Also great of course for retailing smaller items - I don't have to get awkwardly close.

 

[quezra]

Great pieces! The only thing is if this forum gets yet another interesting photographer shooting a style I haven't yet tried, my wallet is going to kill me!

But seriously, mid-tele is something I'm very curious to try but just haven't found the time. Keep them coming!

 

[Jefenator]

You're very kind. My real photo passion nowadays is for landscapes. But when my online store is basically my third job, I can at least apply my photo-enthusiasm toward some snazzier listing shots.

There are cheaper alternatives to this lens - seems like lots of folks put stuff out in the 100mm neighborhood.

 

[Jefenator]

Some stopped-down samples

Hand-held outdoors at f/5.6 is all very fine and well, but in a controlled setting on a tripod, stopped way down to f/22 or f/32 this lens is a whole different animal. (Don't get confused - pictured are some new lenses I just got, shot with the Micro-Nikkor 105.) I really like the crispy detail and faithful, undistorted renderings.

 

[dejavu2339]

Which adapter do you use?

 

[Jefenator]

I have the old version of the Fotodiox "Pro" but there's plenty of other Nikon F to NEX adapters out there.

 

[Hypocaffeinic]

Wanted this lens for my Nikon and now still want it for my NEX!