Aug 07, 2017 there are a number of 5mm lenses that are alternatives, such as the canon ef 5mm f2 l usm. The controllable out of focus area is a very nice feature, but you need experience to apply the dc funktion useful. Af dcnikkor 5mm f2d all of my lens testcomparisons were performed on a nikon d2x reduced frame, 1. Then i get the 5mm dc lens for the tight headshots. Everyone deserves to own either this 105 dc or the 5mm dc. The medium telephoto version of nikon s innovative defocus image control lenses, the af dc nikkor 5mm f2d delivers remarkably sharp images, a fast f2 maximum aperture for lowlight performance and shallow depth of field plus the ability to selectively soften elements in the background or foreground. While i would not classify this as a soft focus lens, i do understand why some people may come to think that.
This brings the number of lenses for xcd cameras up to 10. Which dxosupported nikkor wide zoom for the nikon d800e. I have just received the 105mm and 5mm nikon dc lenses and compared them sidebyside with some test shots on my d800. The 5mm f2 dc is just as good, just 30% bigger, longer and more expensive. Although the milvus 5mm is the sharper lens, it is hard to really see that difference in the field. Nikon doesnt make lenses like this anymore and using the dc. This nikkor 52 dc is all i need and im glad to own it, but i think nikon. If youve got questions about this lens or photos you want to. Also on the rarefied list of premium ultrasharp optics are canons 600mm f4 and. Filter 010 for camera lens xtra slim mount xspro, mrc nano, 16. A new large hyper sonic motor hsm delivers ample torque to the focusing group for outstanding speed, ensuring exceptionally stable performance even at lower speeds. If you have a coupling prong added to the diaphragm ring, its perfect with every nikon back to the original nikon f.
A good lens will outlast the brief strut upon the stage of most software. Please share your pictures taken with this lens only. Mar 20, 2015 samyang 5mm f2 ed umc value for money. The samyang 5mm f2 ed umc has 11 elements in 7 groups, including one extra lowdispersion element. Its really but notsonatural to see a canon lens topping in dxo mark lab examination, however if it does so that clearly means that 185mm f3. Nikon af dc nikkor 105mm f2d nikon d200 nikon d3 nikon d300s nikon d3200 nikon d3300 nikon d3400 nikon d3s nikon d3x nikon d4 nikon d40x nikon d5 nikon d500 nikon d5000 nikon d5200 nikon d5300 nikon d5600 nikon d60 nikon d600 nikon d610 nikon d70 nikon d700 nikon d7000 nikon d7100 nikon d750 nikon d800 nikon d800e nikon d810 nikon d90 nikon df. The 17 35 af is a better lens than the 20 mm f4 ai below, but it costs and weighs ten times as much.
Dxo adds support for eos r, nikon z6 and numerous new lenses in. Ironically, the strongest alternative argument to the milvus 5mm is the zeiss milvus 100mm f2. Same resolution but greater sensitivity than the d610the new d750 is nikons 3rd fullframe fx format camera released so far in. Bythom new camera and photography articles, nikon dslr. First, its filling in for the old discontinued 18 5mm, which was a very sharp but flawed lens that didnt have vr. Stunning image quality, sharpness, depth of field and bokeh. Merely looking through the lcd panel andor viewer you can see the subjects with a. Perhaps, the nikon 105 dc is the best 105 mm ever made by nikon. The 5mm is better for head shots since you can stand a bit farther back, while i prefer 105mm for general shooting. Nikon af dcnikkor 5mm f2d on nikon d3x vs nikon af dc. I bought the dc 105mm when i was still a dx shooter. I noticed the the 105mm is noticeably sharper in the center and at the border at f2 than the 5mm. The rearfocus af is fast, but compared to the afs 2,880200mm slower and somewhat somewhat imprecise. The secret to creating beautifully blurred backgrounds in your photos and videos is using a lens with a wide maximum aperture.
Dc lenses allow you to control the degree of spherical aberrations or in simple words. Any nikon user would enjoy this beauty regardless the style and budget. Nikons own sharpest dx lens, according to dxomarks tests, is the quite. Introduction the nikkor af 5mm f 2d dc is one of two defocus control lenses in the nikon lens lineup. Use the filters to narrow your camera lens comparison list by price, usageapplication, lens type, format, and more. The medium telephoto version of nikon s innovative defocus image control lenses, the af dcnikkor 5mm f2d delivers remarkably sharp images, a fast f2 maximum. Please note that ive limited the number of uploads per session so that we dont get bulk uploads that would flood the site. The experience of first roll of film has already confirmed what many have commented. Introduction the nikkor af 5mm f2d dc is one of two defocus control lenses in the nikon lens lineup. We use cookies and similar technologies to recognize your repeat visits and preferences, and analyze traffic. The canon and nikon 5mm options are long in the tooth, but there are a few strong alternatives from third parties. This innovative lens has become a favorite among portrait photographers due to its excellent image quality, pleasing 105mm angleofview, fast f2 maxium aperture and exclusive defocus image control feature, which lets you selectively soften the focus in background or foreground elements. Best lenses for the nikon d810 camera nikon rumors.
Whatever lens you pick in the end, you will make a great. I make it a priority to have a lens in the 85mm to 5mm range for compressing landscapes. Jun 16, 2012 i used both the nikon 5mm f2 dc afd and the sigma 105mm f2. The compact hasselblad 45mm f4p lens was introduced for the xcd system. The latest version of dxos raw conversion software photolab 2. If you are a nikon user, have a look at the nikon af nikkor 5mm f2d dc and compare it to the other lenses mentioned in this article.
Distortion the dc nikkor shows an extremely low level of distortion 0. Lens price dxomark score sharpness pmpix carl zeiss apo planar t otus 85mm f1. Nikon af nikkor 35mm f2d vs nikon afs nikkor 35mm f1. Screen this tab shows the measurement values and graph derived directly from a raw image when displayed on a computer screen at 100% magnification i. I came across this lens on the web, but there doesnt seem to be a lot of information on it. Unique defocus image control system allows you to control the degree and placement of soft focus in the image. As reported last week, nikon canada has several pages lenses that are down for maintenance. Dxo and nikon 300mm f4 e fl pf vr dxo has clearly claimed a place in the photographic industry demanding attention and respect for among other things publicly provided test results. Sigma dp3 merrill nikon d800e nikon d500 nikon afs micronikkor 60mm f2. Buy nikon af dc nikkor 5mm f2d prime lens for nikon dslr camera online at low price in india on. Third, they sell their test equipment and software test suites to camera companies nikon, for instance, but i dont believe canon is one of their.
Used on a dx camera it gives angles of view similar to what a 200mm lens would give on an fx or 35mm film camera. Nikon af fx dcnikkor 5mm f2d fixed lens with auto focus. The 24105mm f4 is a highly versatile focal range and staple everyday lens. What are the sharpest lenses for each camera system. Review by klaus schroiff, published february 2007 lens kindly provided for testing purposes by julio m. The nikkor af 5mm f2d dc is one of two defocus control lenses in the. Its not listed on dprs nikon lens database, nor dxo. What is the difference between nikon af nikkor 35mm f2d and nikon afs nikkor 35mm f1. An oldie but a goodie introduction launched on 1st april 1996 the canon ef 5mm f2l prime lens was certainly no april fools joke and has stood the test of time. The zeiss is slightly sharper, but is too clinical for my portraiture needs. Buy nikon af dc nikkor 5mm f2d prime lens for nikon. Photos by and discussion about the nikkor af 5mm f2 dc lens. Its key specifications include a slightly smaller 6. The 5mm f 2 dc af works perfectly with almost every film and digital nikon camera made since 1977.
Im a nikon 5mm f2d af dc owner and wow is this an eye and mind popping lens in every category. Dxomark published an updated article on the best lenses for the nikon d810 camera based on their tests. Find out which is better and their overall performance in the nikon camera lens ranking. Furthermore, apart from its excellent sharpness, the nikon 105 dc. Unlike the nikon 18200mm lens, the new nikon 28300mm has a 77mm filter thread, which is a standard filter size on prolevel lenses, making it easy for photographers to use specialized filters polarizing, neutral density, etc on the lens without having to mess with adapter rings. The earlier nond version 19901995 skipped the d, and was called the nikon af dc nikkor 5mm f2.
In addition to the new sigma 5, i have nikon s 5 f2. Nikon af dc nikkor 5mm f2d on nikon d3x vs nikon af dc nikkor 105mm f2d on nikon d610 vs nikon afs vr micronikkor 105mm f2. As a pro lens, its priced right for a lens which could last you the rest of your life. Sharp and i do mean sharp at all apertures up to f8 little corner loss of sharpness at f2.
Compare lenses from nikon with the dslr lens finder. Image was taken with a nikon d800e with the nikon 105mm f1. Even using dxo correction software didnt improve it beyond the level of ordinary when compared to several of my other nikkors of that approximate focal length. I dont suggest any manual focus zooms since they are also 30 year old designs and usually inferior to even the cheapest new af zooms today. Almost 770 optical modules have been added to the database, which now includes over 57000 different cameralens combinations. Best lenses for canon 7d mark ii dxomark lab new camera. What i discovered was just how much of an evolutionary change the nikon 105mm f1. Image was taken with a nikon d800e with the nikon 105mm f2d dc set at defocus. As a portrait lens the 5 uses a degree of uncorrected spherical aberration in its design, maybe i expected different results than the lens was designed to produce. Resort the list by price, focal length, and other attributes by clicking the column headings. Now that im shooting exclusively on fx bodies, i think the 105mm is a too. The sigma 24105mm f4 dg os hsm art lens is a premium lens designed for full frame cameras and will also work with apsc sensors with an effective increase in focal length. Thursday morning walk around and some casual shots taken with the old d700 and the trusty 5mm dc. Nikon dx apsc nikon fx full format nikon 1 cx sony alpha apsc sony alpha full format.
Nov 29, 2016 regarding the 5mm, thats a whole different story as the nikons is quite old now. Of all these lenses, the sigma 5 has the best balance, of sharpness, freedom from chromatic aberration, beautiful bokeh, focus agility and accuracy. Since last year, i have been fortunate to test a couple of different samples of the nikon 105mm f1. Consequently, the resolution charts for this test have been recorded using the 1855mm f3. Yes, the autofocus feature does not work on the nikon d5200, but the results outweigh this con. It is also sharper than the new nikon 105 micro afs.
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