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Post by unclebill on Feb 28, 2006 21:33:31 GMT -5
After picking up a Jupiter 9 for my Kiev, I have become enamoured with a short fast telephoto lens for my SLR's. I know Nikon made one non Ai 85/f2 and Olympus made one for thier OM mount, did Pentax ever make a screwmount 85mm? It would be silly to pick up a screwmount Zeiss worth more than all my Pentaxes and Takumar lenses put together. I might swing for a Nikkor 85/f2 or an OM 85 when I get the funds together. Does anyone here have any experiences with them?
Bill
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Post by Just Plain Curt on Feb 28, 2006 22:08:18 GMT -5
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Post by doubs43 on Mar 1, 2006 0:10:24 GMT -5
Asahi Optical made a number of variations of the 85mm beginning with a pre-set f/1.9. They followed with a semi-auto f/1.8 and then auto 1.8 & 1.9 models. Formulas included 5, 6 & 7 element designs with f/stops going down to either f/16 or f/22. There's an Asahi Optics Historical Club at: www.aohc.it/index.htm Once there, following the links is easy. It's easier for you to look than for me to list the details. Walker |
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Post by byuphoto on Mar 1, 2006 7:57:03 GMT -5
I have a Canon FD mount 85 f1.8L and it is great for portraits and really does well in low light, however I think I would have been just as happy with the f2.8
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Post by Rachel on Mar 1, 2006 15:41:53 GMT -5
I have a Canon FD mount 85 f1.8L and it is great for portraits and really does well in low light, however I think I would have been just as happy with the f2.8 I have the Canon FD f2.8 85mm. Don't use it much............. Sorry I'll try that again. I have a Canon FD f1.8 85mm (not L) which is in very poor cosmetic condition and very loose but the optics are fine. I haven't used it for a while.  |
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Post by GeneW on Mar 2, 2006 19:32:09 GMT -5
I recently acquired an AIS Nikkor 85/2 and it's quickly become one of my fav lenses. It's smallish. For a minimal equipment outing I can take along just a 35/2 and 85/2. The 85 also works well on my Canon Digital Rebel, where it becomes an equivalent focal length of approx 135mm in 35mm terms.
Gene
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Post by paulatukcamera on Mar 3, 2006 6:51:38 GMT -5
Gene,
I can't believe it!
For once I have met a kindred spirit!
Your choice of lenses is mine exactly.
Just to throw something into the debate - lenses I don't use........
70-150 Zoom - slow & bulky
200mm - bulky & slow!
28mm neither fish nor fowl!
Occasional use
f1.4 50mm - inside a church for a couple of weddings and on holiday
Most use:
f2 85mm
f2 35mm
f2.5 105mm
I appreciate everyone's lists will be different - that's why I was so delighted to read Gene's post.
Glad to hear that things are on the mend by the way.
Paul
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Post by GeneW on Mar 3, 2006 8:54:11 GMT -5
Paul, kindred spirits indeed! When I'm travelling a little heavier, with tripod, I add in my 200/4 because I do a lot of shooting from water's edge and need the extra reach. If I'm really adventurous, I'll also take the 24/2.8, though I use it very lightly. I'm not a natural wide-angle photographer, but like to experiment sometimes.
But for a nice walk, nothing like the 35/85 combo!
Gene
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Post by unclebill on Mar 11, 2006 21:48:22 GMT -5
I walked away from an Ebay Auction of a Super Takumar 85/f1.8 when it hit $260 Cdn which is worth 2 screw mount bodies and 50 prime lenses. The lens in question sold for $300 US, a couple hundred more and that is a new Zeiss M mount lens in a 50 prime.
Bill
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Post by byuphoto on Jun 15, 2006 19:07:03 GMT -5
My mistake. I meant I have the F1.8 and would be very happy with the 100 f2.8. The L is an f1.4
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Post by kamera on Jun 16, 2006 18:48:33 GMT -5
Keeping in the relatively short tele range, I will use my Nikkor 24-120/2.8...finding I use mostly the focal lengths between 70-105.
That lens and my Nikon F3HP, F4s or N80 make a great combination.
If wandering further and not knowing what I may encounter, I will also take my Tamron 20-300/3.5-6.3 zoom.
Ron Head
Kalamazoo, MI
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Post by nikonbob on Jun 20, 2006 9:49:08 GMT -5
I am another Nikon user that finds the 85mm a good focal length when paired with a 35mm as a two lens outfit. I my case it is an 85/1.8 ai converted model. The Nikkor 85/2 is smaller and lighter and is a favouite lens of a friend of mine. I do not think you can go wrong with either of them.
Bob Hammond
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Post by doubs43 on Jun 20, 2006 12:31:47 GMT -5
I am another Nikon user that finds the 85mm a good focal length when paired with a 35mm as a two lens outfit. I my case it is an 85/1.8 ai converted model. The Nikkor 85/2 is smaller and lighter and is a favouite lens of a friend of mine. I do not think you can go wrong with either of them. Bob Hammond I have the 85/2 Nikkor and like it a lot. I'm now looking for a 35mm f/2 AI Nikkor to pretty much complete my "set" of Nikkors from 24mm to 200mm. Years ago my father claimed that his IIIa Leica with the 90mm Elmar and 35mm Elmar would cover fully 90% or better of his photo opportunities. It made a compact and light package for carrying and could always be available. Over the years I've found his advice to be good and a Nikon with 85mm & 35mm lenses would essentially duplicate Pop's gear. Later in life he bought a couple of Nikon EM bodies and E-Series lenses that he became quite fond of. Walker |
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Post by kiev4a on Jun 20, 2006 12:44:26 GMT -5
One of these days I would like to get an 85mm for my Nikons just because it is so compact. As Bob pointed out, it works well with a 35mm as a tw0-lens outfit. There isn't enough difference between a 35mm and 50mm.
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Post by nikonbob on Jun 20, 2006 13:05:38 GMT -5
Walker I have to agree with you dad in that a 35mm and a short tele 85/90mm cover most bases in everyday photo ops. I have found that out the hard way but got to try some nice lenses along the way. Compact is what I like to save my back. In RFs I use the same combo 35/90 with a 21nn VC to cover the tight inside spots. The 35 is more like what I see with both eyes than the 50 so it is my preferred normal. There is always room for specialty stuff like long/fast teles, macro and shift lenses but on the whole they get much less use.
Bob Hammond
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