Another 85/1.4 thread...

... but this time, it's the Manual Focus kind: AI-S 85/1.4, acquired here, from RForshey, a little while back. As long as the subject is not jumping around too much, it's a dream lens!

These (yes, they are cat images!  ) were taken at ISO 200 and f/2 with a faint northern window light and a lamp in the background, which is blown up a bit in that first image... Still, the delicate out-of-focus rendition complements so well the sharpness of the lens.

Here is K.C., a.k.a. Kitty Cat! She's such a sweetie... :wink::smile:

 

Thank you guys. I agree that the second image is the best one, it is my favorite too...

I have to say, that I really like the following one, taken at f/2.8, the same day, in relatively low light (but still good for ISO 200), in the shade.

You just gotta love the 85/1.4! :wink:

 

Thanks Frits: you do know the feel and the magic associated with these MF lenses! That plus the big glass eye of the 85/1.4, and this is really some special lens! I love it. :Love:

Frank, you bet! With all the talking/raving, the occasional fondling (of your lens, of course!  :wink  and of course your pictures, including the one of Belle by the coffee shop, you did convince me, over time, as did a few other folks here, such as Gordon or Randy!

I figured the MF lens would tie me over until Nikon revamps the AF version to AF-S/VR...

 

Thanks John. As many others have shown here, the 85/1.4 is a great lens. The Manual Focus version is a bit cheaper (and probably a lot more challenging to use wide open!) :wink:

Hi Ed, welcome to the Cafe! You're right, the D70 VF is way too small to use with this lens. Even with the D2H VF, equipped with a Katzeye and an eyepiece magnifier, I find it tough! I also have the AIS 105/2.5, which is another gem and those are very affordable now. These 2 combined cost less than any one of the two you mentioned... :wink:

Eventually, it'll happen. The question is how long are you willing to wait, before you succumb to the temptation?...  :smile:

Yes, but in terms of dominance ranking in the house: Cat>Dog, and it's a good thing: it keeps the peace! :smile:

Ah! I see, another fine lens coming from you, Vinh. It is in really great condition, and I am loving it! :biggrin: