Micro-NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8
This manual focus Micro lens is perfect for extreme close-up and general photography with continuous focusing from infinity to 1/2 life-size (1:2).
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Micro-NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8
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best clarity macro by far!
i inherited this lens from my grandfather ten years ago along with countless other lenses and film camera's since the 60's onwards... out of all the modern macro lenses i used its the the best clarity, all the lenses inside are still crystal clear and the moving parts still work like a dream after 30 years of fairly hard use and treatment
May 14, 2012
Sharpest Nikkor I’ve had
I have had three 300 2.8’s, three or four 300 f4’s, a 105 2.8 micro, this 55 Micro, 24 2.8 and a few other Nikkors. This 55 2.8 has simply remarkable clarity. images taken with this lens are bright and significantly clearer than all my other images. Maybe this is why they have not archived this lens. The model you see there is the very model I had back in the 1980’s.
April 14, 2012
Best lens ever!
I carried this lens + FE2 across four continents and used it for everything from close-up nature shots to astronomy to concert venues. Also shot artwork for insurance purposes, where the macro really shone. Mostly Kodachrome and Tri-X pan. A lightweight, very versatile lens, and the smoothest focus action. Sometimes I did wish for it to be just a little wider angle, but ease of having one lens that did nearly everything was unmatched.
December 2, 2011
Sharpness and micro capability are great.
Good for taking pictures of flowers and all general subjects. PK-13 works well with this lens.Light weight and built to last a lifetime.
November 24, 2011
Excellent lens to keep in your gear bag
I've had this lens as my go-to lens for doing quick and dirty copy work (like copying a mug shot handout from the police department, copying info from a sports program, etc.) in my years as a photojournalist. In addition to doing copy work, it's also good as a normal lens and for those occasional extreme close-ups when I'm trying to be artistic. It's also a very light lens, so it's not such a burden to carry in my camera bag.
June 23, 2011
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All1 year, 3 months ago
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Pat
Bridgeport
Location :
Bridgeport
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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I use it with my D5000 and it works perfect. Don´t forget you will net to manual focus but it is extremelly simple and accurate. My photos stay perfect. I am very happy to have it.Aug 1, 2011 by
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FallingPT
Portugal
Location :
Portugal
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Yes, you can certainly use it, but just be aware that there will be no autofocus function with this lens as it's an all-manual, old style AIS lens, not an AF or AF-S. For its price range, you should look at getting the AF-S 60mm f/2.8G ED so that you can take advantage of your DSLR's functionality coupled with the lens.Jun 23, 2011 by
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NikonEd
San Francisco, CA
Location :
San Francisco, CA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D5000 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.1 year, 1 month ago
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Anonymous
Age: Under 18
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Role: Just getting started with photography
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also, you'll probably be without light (exposure) metering as well. afaik it's an AI-S lens and you need at least a d7000 to meter with that one. aaand, you'll only be able to use the M (full manual) mode.Answer:
It will fit and work but will be manual focus only.Has staff answer
Micro-NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8
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If this lens is used on a DX camera such as the D-300, will the magnification be closer to 1:1?
If so, then maybe the PK-13 won't be needed.
11 months ago
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Anonymous
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The DX cameras don't have magnication. they only crop the image. That means you are only changing the angle of view not the magnification.Nov 24, 2011 by
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Photo Bug
Chicago,IL.
Location :
Chicago,IL.
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than 20 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The magnification is going to be 1:1. The PK-13 won't work.
Is this Compatible with the Nikon d40?
1 year ago
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lovelyareyou
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D40 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.11 months ago
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Anonymous
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No as the P100 does not hve interchangeable lenses.10 months ago
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Anonymous
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
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