... 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:
I too have this lens, only I haven't had a lot of opportunity (or taken the opportunity) to use it. Love that second shot. I'm looking for more opportunities to use it. I also have the Katz Eye screen to help.
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:
Excellent shots Philippe, the 85 / 1.4 at its best indeed! I came very close to getting the Ai-S before finally getting the AF-D version. A fabulous lens, although not ideal for my usual subjects.
Beautiful snaps, Philippe! I kept telling you that you needed an 85/1.4, and hope I had something to do with you spending all that money :370:. Here's my latest 85/1.4 kitty... taken at f/1.4. It's was a quick grab, and, yes, the whites are a little blown. {}
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...
It's great lens, Philippe. I love it and was going to keep it for my collection. I used it only once before RForshey took it. Enjoy the lens. Taken at f/2 using D50. {}
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:
I would like to upgrade to a D200 only to get this lens, I found a 85 1.4 AI-S in mint condition and extreme cheap, but how to use it in my old D50... the viewfinder was too small, now on a D80 things gonna be better!! Awesome lens!!
