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70s Nikons: Nikomat with 50mm f/1.4 lens July 5, 2010 | 12:30 pm

Alex

70s Nikons: Nikomat with 50mm f/1.4 lens
Nikon camera lens

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These cameras belonged to my parents before I was born, when my dad was stationed in the army in Germany. There, they bought the Nikkormat (all manual) and the slightly newer Nikomat (auto-shutter, manual aperture). By the time I was given the cameras to learn on in the late 90s, they were around 35 years old.

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Really, this is all the controls any camera ever needs. Right? Right.

If you want to make some or all of this automatic, fine, but at least make the fundamental controls -- shutter release, aperture (f/stop), exposure time (in 1/n second notation), and ISO sensitivity -- super prominent and easy to manipulate.

The D50 doesn't really get this right, but then most of the cameras I've played with don't either. It's not too bad to hold for one of these settings -- set the dial to "M" (full-manual), "A" (lock aperture), "S" (lock shutter speed), or "P" (err, I've never fully grasped this one, seems to let you manipulate the focus locking I think), then spin a dial to select the aperture or shutter you want.

But I find the D50's full manual mode too fiddly to bother with, so I never use it. And the canned program modes -- "portrait", "landscape", "kids", "sports", "plants/macro" -- seem too gimmicky. If you know what adjusting the fundamental controls will do, and really it's not that complicated, then it's easy enough to do it manually, provided that the controls are easy to manipulate.

I guess that's what I miss: the tactile feedback of these controls. Rather than having to look at an LED panel on top while spinning a thumbwheel, you can keep your eye through the viewfinder while adjusting rings right on the lens barrel to access the controls. On this one, the only viewfinder feedback you'd get would be a simple "over/under exposed" level on the side, along with a focus ring in the middle; with the Nikkormat it would display the aperture (and I think exposure time) as well, which is even better.

Short version: mechanical rings good, software controls & too many options bad.

All that said, I can't see ever shooting film again, so as nice as these were, I think they have a permanent place gathering dust in the closet now. Poor things.

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Aquapac Waterproof SLR Camera Underwater Housing Case With Hard Lens for Canon Nikon Sony SLR Digital Camera

  • You can take great photographs right through the hard lens tube (see below). Even underwater
  • PLEASE NOTE: The hard lens is permanently attached to the case and cannot be removed
  • The SLR Camera Case (code 455) is compatible with most SLR type cameras.
  • It's guaranteed submersible to 15 feet (5 metres).
  • The UV-stabilized TPU material won't be broken down or discoloured by sunlight.

It comes with an adjustable and detachable shoulderstrap so you can hang it round your neck or shoulder | It comes with a packet of 5 desiccant sachets. These will help absorb any condensation in the air inside the case. If you know you're going to be taking it somewhere particularly humid like Jacksonville or the jungle, you'd be well advised to buy a few extra packets | We do our best to keep our size guide up to date but of course manufacturers are bringing out new models all the time.

List Price: $ 144.99

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70s Nikons: Nikomat with 50mm f/1.4 lens July 4, 2010 | 11:33 am

Alex

70s Nikons: Nikomat with 50mm f/1.4 lens
Nikon camera lens

Image by Chris Devers
These cameras belonged to my parents before I was born, when my dad was stationed in the army in Germany. There, they bought the Nikkormat (all manual) and the slightly newer Nikomat (auto-shutter, manual aperture). By the time I was given the cameras to learn on in the late 90s, they were around 35 years old.

* * * * * * * * * *

Really, this is all the controls any camera ever needs. Right? Right.

If you want to make some or all of this automatic, fine, but at least make the fundamental controls -- shutter release, aperture (f/stop), exposure time (in 1/n second notation), and ISO sensitivity -- super prominent and easy to manipulate.

The D50 doesn't really get this right, but then most of the cameras I've played with don't either. It's not too bad to hold for one of these settings -- set the dial to "M" (full-manual), "A" (lock aperture), "S" (lock shutter speed), or "P" (err, I've never fully grasped this one, seems to let you manipulate the focus locking I think), then spin a dial to select the aperture or shutter you want.

But I find the D50's full manual mode too fiddly to bother with, so I never use it. And the canned program modes -- "portrait", "landscape", "kids", "sports", "plants/macro" -- seem too gimmicky. If you know what adjusting the fundamental controls will do, and really it's not that complicated, then it's easy enough to do it manually, provided that the controls are easy to manipulate.

I guess that's what I miss: the tactile feedback of these controls. Rather than having to look at an LED panel on top while spinning a thumbwheel, you can keep your eye through the viewfinder while adjusting rings right on the lens barrel to access the controls. On this one, the only viewfinder feedback you'd get would be a simple "over/under exposed" level on the side, along with a focus ring in the middle; with the Nikkormat it would display the aperture (and I think exposure time) as well, which is even better.

Short version: mechanical rings good, software controls & too many options bad.

All that said, I can't see ever shooting film again, so as nice as these were, I think they have a permanent place gathering dust in the closet now. Poor things.

55mm Snap-On Lens Cap for Camera Nikon Lens filters
US $2.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Friday Sep-03-2010 17:42:34 PDT
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Aquapac Waterproof SLR Camera Underwater Housing Case With Hard Lens for Canon Nikon Sony SLR Digital Camera

  • You can take great photographs right through the hard lens tube (see below). Even underwater
  • PLEASE NOTE: The hard lens is permanently attached to the case and cannot be removed
  • The SLR Camera Case (code 455) is compatible with most SLR type cameras.
  • It's guaranteed submersible to 15 feet (5 metres).
  • The UV-stabilized TPU material won't be broken down or discoloured by sunlight.

It comes with an adjustable and detachable shoulderstrap so you can hang it round your neck or shoulder | It comes with a packet of 5 desiccant sachets. These will help absorb any condensation in the air inside the case. If you know you're going to be taking it somewhere particularly humid like Jacksonville or the jungle, you'd be well advised to buy a few extra packets | We do our best to keep our size guide up to date but of course manufacturers are bringing out new models all the time.

List Price: $ 144.99

Price: $ 129.95

This year Nikon is introducing some very cool new lenses. The 16-85mm zoom has VRII, that means virbration reduction, which can get you up to 4 more stops for exposure in a zoom lens. Then the Tilt/Shift Lens called 24mm PC/E . Like having a View Camera in your hands with perspective control and a tilt feature. Canon has had one of these for years but this update, finally brings the Nikon series in-line. And it's arguably a better lens.Watch for the 45 and 85 PC/E later. The Micro Nikkor has been around for years and the new 60mm deserves a spot in your camera bag. Visit photoinduced.com for more.
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Bower 500mm review March 9, 2010 | 01:55 pm

Alex

Bower 500mm review

Bower 500mm is one of the three reflex (mirror lenses) lenses of Nikon, which was very popular in the past. This lens is similar to lenses of a telescope because of the mirrors structure. Their main advantage it their light weight and short length and this is because the "folded" structure of the mirrors. With this lens you can not change the aperture adjuster which is fixed on 8. The lens is designed for a manual focusing.

It has a much different rendering of out of focus areas than a normal lens. Also, there is no colors distortion. The colors come out as in reality.

There is no automatically light measure but only manual.

This reflective lens there is also no spatial distortion. However, since there is a small mirror on the optical axle in the front part of the lens, the reflective lens creates bokeh similar to round bagels.

Because of the relatively small aperture adjuster it is more sensitive to "licking" of light from the eyepiece and for creating under-exposure which entails bleaching and flooding of noise (snow). It is important to make sure to make the light measuring when the eyepiece is covered whether by hand or by eye.

When holding this light lens it is impossible to believe that it has focus length of 500mm. the weight and length can be very misleading. In spite of her light weight, using it entails all the precautions of a long lens: a massive tripod and a strong tripod head.

Features:

Filter Size: 30.5mm (rear)
f/Stop Range: f/8.0 (fixed)
Minimum Focus Distance: 5.6′ (1.7 m)
Magnification: 1:2.7
Angle of View: 4.1° x 2.7° (WxH)
2.7° x 1.8° (WxH) w/ APS-C (15 x 22mm) cameras
Groups/Elements: 6/7
Length: 3.5″ (88mm)
Maximum Diameter: 3.0″ (77mm)
Weight: 0.70 lb (320g)ד
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Nikon SLR lense combo? February 16, 2010 | 02:22 pm

Alex

I think i have made up my mind on getting a D80.

i have found 2 combinations of lenses i could get

(they are nikon lenses ofcourse)

1- 18-55 mm
2- 70-300 mm VR

(,330)

OR

1- 18-55mm
2- 70-300mm
3- 50mm f/1.8

(,125)
(this one comes with some random accessories aswell)

i shoot mainley portraits and landscapes. sometimes wildlife and sports. i travel a lot aswell

which combination should i get?
They are all Nikkor nikon lenses
they are all also AF

the apertures for both combos:

18-55 is f/3.5 - 5.6
70-300 VR is f/4 - 5.6
50mm is f/1.8
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Recommend your favorite Canon SLR lens!!? January 18, 2010 | 04:06 am

Alex

I have a Canon Rebel XTI with the stock kit lens and also the 50mm f/1.8 prime lens. Looking to get another. What would you recommend? Thanks! =)
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When should I and shouldnt I use a 18-200mm digital camera lens? January 12, 2010 | 01:42 pm

Alex

When should I use and shouldnt use a 18-200mm 5.6 lens?
I also use a 70-300mm and 50mm 2.8 lens I could use instead, if you could suggest when are best times for using each. Should I just use 50mm as much as possible, and just try cropping the image down?
the 50mm is a prime lens 2.8 nikon
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Can I use my current Nikon DSLR lenses on a film Nikon camera? November 27, 2009 | 06:33 am

Alex

I have the standard 18-55mm, 55-200mm VR and a 50mm 1.8D - all Nikon lenses. If I buy a film camera for a photography class, can I use these lenses?
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Recommend your Favorite Canon SLR Lens!? October 26, 2009 | 06:31 pm

Alex

I have a Canon Rebel XTI with the stock kit lens and also the 50mm f/1.8 prime lens. Looking into getting another. What would you recommend? Thanks! =)
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Is there a digital camera my 35mm canon lenses will attach to? Please email any questions mhr1217@gmail.com? October 15, 2009 | 11:51 pm

Alex

The three lenses I own are all Canon and manual focus. I use them with a Canon A-1 (a 35mm film camera). I love film, but I would also like a digital option, without having to purchase all new lenses. The three lenses I own are:

1) Canon Zoom Lens FD 70-210mm 1:4 [This is my telescopic]

2) Canon Zoom Lens FD 28-55mm 1:3.5-4.5

3) Canon Lens FD 50mm 1:1.4

Please help! I really want a digital camera compatible with these lenses!
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Sigma dSLR macro lens on a Nikon film SLR? October 7, 2009 | 04:04 am

Alex

I currently have the Nikon N80 film SLR camera and was wondering if I could use a Sigma dSLR macro lens on it. This is the lens I'm looking at:
http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-50mm-Macro-Nikon-Cameras/dp/B0002P19Q2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1241744118&sr=8-4

I know that this lens can be used with Nikon dSLRs, but I don't know if most dSLR lenses can be used on a SLR.

Thank you so much!
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Minolta Film Camera Lenses? October 5, 2009 | 06:34 pm

Alex

Which camera lens would be a better investment?

a Minolta MD 50mm 1:2 at .00
or
a Minolta MD 50mm 1:1.7 at .50

and whats the difference between an MC and an MD?
also, its for a Minolta X-7A
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Nikon FM Chrome 35mm camera lens? September 29, 2009 | 11:48 pm

Alex

I just bought a Nikon FM Chrome 35mm camera. It didn't come with a lens. I want to buy a 50mm f/1.7 lens. Does it have to be a Nikon brand or can it be something else?
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Canon AE-1 (SLR) lenses: usable in DSLR? August 17, 2009 | 06:29 am

Alex

I found my father's old Canon AE-1 from quite a few years ago, along with a couple of lenses. The lenses are:

FD 28mm 1:2.8
FD 50mm 1:1.4
FD 70-210mm 1:4

I'm wondering if these lenses are usable in any DSLRs, and if it's worth buying a DSLR that is able to use them (I'm about to buy my first DSLR). Are these lenses useful in any way in a new camera?
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What flashes and lenses would work with this SLR film camera? July 11, 2009 | 03:39 am

Alex

It is a Vivitar V3800N Manual SLR Camera with 50mm.

I know that it can take any K Mount Lenses, but what is that? I'm only a beginner in photography. [[I'm taking photography in high school]]

If you could send me some links on what flashes and lenses would work. [[Some that aren't too expensive, would be great]]

Thanks!
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Minolta film camera lenses? July 7, 2009 | 11:38 pm

Alex

Which camera lens would be a better inversion?

a Minolta MD 50mm 1:2 at .00
or
a Minolta MD 50mm 1:1.7 at .50

and whats the difference between an MC and an MD?
I mean investment.

Jeez.
I meant Investment.

anyways,
Its for a Minolta X-7A
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If you were offered a free Digital SLR camera And 3 lenses, which cameras/Lenses would you choose? July 7, 2009 | 09:27 pm

Alex

No Budget! You could have whatever you like, Nikon Or Canon

I would Choose The New Canon 5d Mark II, With a 16-35mm f/2.8L lens, and 70-200mm f/2.8 IS L lens. I would also get a 50mm f/1.2L lens. I would also use the Lenses of my 30d. This question is solely for fun.
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