FS-100/Nikon Lens Combination

I use that, the focus is a bit weird but that might be my lens

I feel like in-verses out is not consistent for focus moves

Its a good look and focal length

buying? the old proper ap 80-200 has a better rep but is rare

I also like my 100-300 5.6 manual nikkor I got for $100

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I'm looking for a high quality lens that keeps a wide aperture throughout the zoom range, and I've heard good things about the Nikon.

I'm open to suggestions, of course ...
 
I use the 80-200mm f/2.8 lens from Nikon and I can't say enough about the lens.
I've tried another manufacturers 70-200mm and I have to say this lens is much
sharper and the fact that it's par focal is just icing on the cake.

I would only trade for another brand such as Canon if I needed image stabilization,
which at such a focal length isn't the worst idea. So far I've lived without it though.

This lens is hands down one of my favorites.

If you would like to see the potential quality please refer to this video: https://vimeo.com/37875977
I think this was shot with sharpness down a bit since I was at 3200+ ISO at times.
 
Note the difference the second poster (and I) mentioned the (1997?) 80-200 2.8, you mentioned the 70-200G - different lenses.

maybe Stance you would like to claify that is the case

Id say that 80-200 is the best, but dont be fooled by the 100-300 5.6 - it has the best focus feel - better than the 80 or the 70 - for $100 Id get that too

or try a 70-200 pushpull F4, again $100 and a lot of image quality/focus feel for the money at the cost of only one stop

I own a stack of nikkor and mainly use the MF glass, even though I have the AF right there if I want it..

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I asked if anybody tried the Sony FS-100 with a Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G lens using the Novoflex Adapter.

You mentioned the old proper ap 80-200 has a better rep but is rare.

I assumed you were talking about the Nikon 80-200mm f/2.8D lens.

Another poster mentioned the 80-200mm f/2.8 lens from Nikon. Even had a video clip.

Looked good to me.

Like I said before, I'm looking for a high quality lens that keeps a wide aperture throughout the zoom range.

That's all.

I don't particularly care if it's a Nikon or a Canon, 80-200 or 70-200, whatever.

I'm open to suggestions.

If you have helpful suggestions, I'll take them.

I just want to get the most bang for the buck.

That better?
 
I use/own the 70-200 VR G on occasion with my FS100 (the lens is mainly part of my nikon D3 stills kit), as above I said the image is good but the focus inconsistent, I choose my 100-300 5.6 when I have enough light - so the 70-200 is my emergency lens for video use when I need another stop.

The 100-300 is this! http://www.apertureuk.com/pictures_...IS_100~300_f56-1869/AIS_100~300_f56-1869.html

in action the 70-200 VR
https://vimeo.com/51875418

Its OK but I would not highly recommend it for video

The 80-200 2.8 nikon has a far better reputation but is hard to find

Bang for the buck, I guess is the 70-200/F4 manual pushpull

I also have a 70-200 4 nonIS canon - that is good
I also have a 70-200 sigma nikon - it is utterly horrid focus and image
I also have 2 80-200 2.8 of this one.. - they are both broken http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/80200.htm
In my office we also have a 70-200 2.8 canon - it is good but heavy and pricey

This is the one you want..
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/80200afs.htm

If you cant afford that I would really try a 80-200F4 manual - you might be really suprised http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/80200f4ais.htm


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We're getting there.

Since I need a wider aperture, the choice comes down to:

1) - The Nikon 80-200mm f/2.8 AF-D NIKKOR ED - http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/80200.htm

or

2) - The Nikon 80-200mm f/2.8 AF-S - http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/80200afs.htm

I'm already using the Sony FS-100 with a Novoflex Adapter:

Sony FS-100 - http://www.vistek.ca/store/ProVideo...-35mm-nxcam-camcorder-w18200-emount-lens.aspx

Novoflex adapter - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/737925-REG/Novoflex_NEX_NIK_Adapter_for_Nikon_Lens.html

As you probably know, the Novoflex Adapter has no electronic interface between the camera and the lens. So if "AF-S" has something to do with auto focus, then this feature would be irrelevant with my current setup.

I'm better off with the Nikon 80-200mm f/2.8 AF-D NIKKOR ED.

Yes, no, maybe so?

Sure hope so because I can pick one up with relative ease:

http://www.vistek.ca/store/CameraLe...200mm-f28-d-ed-macro-telephoto-zoom-lens.aspx
 
The 80-200mm f/2.8 AF-D is the one I use, again I love it. Just got
finished using it about 1 hour ago at a wedding.

Here is a list of used ones at B&H http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/used/124669/Nikon_1986_AF_Zoom_Nikkor_80_200mm_f_2_8D.html

$800 is a really good deal for one actually. New they are a bit
over $1,000, so at $200 off for no reason other than the fact
someone had it before you is a win.

Recently had a chance to put the lens on a Nikon D300s
and hit the beach for some kiteboarding and I was quite surprised with the lens.
Thing is super sharp and a great go to lens.
 
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It works perfectly with the FS100. It's a manual aperture lens making it
usable with just a simple 10'ish dollar adapter. There isn't anything
to make it incompatible since it's not an electronic lens.

Best of all if you switch bodies another inexpensive adapter will make
it usable on your next platform. The only argument I can make against
the lens is Canon's 70-200mm with IS. It all boils down to preference
and shooting style perhaps. And a bit of budget as well...

I won't lie I've been tempted into checking out a Metabones adapter
for IS with my run and gun work... Still tempted, however, this lens with IS
aside seems to be about unstoppable and crazy sharp. Can't ask
much more from it, the lens delivers.
 
One of the reasons I bought the Tokina 11-16mm nikon mount lens is that it has a mechanical interface between the adapter and the lens. This interface is referred to as a "lever". It's located on the outside of the rear element of the lens, and enables the operator to adjust the lens aperture by means of turning the aperture ring on the Novoflex adapter.\

Works quite well.

Does the Nikon 80-200 have a mechanical interface between the adapter and the lens?
 
steditrak said:
One of the reasons I bought the Tokina 11-16mm nikon mount lens is that it has a mechanical interface between the adapter and the lens. This interface is referred to as a "lever". It's located on the outside of the rear element of the lens, and enables the operator to adjust the lens aperture by means of turning the aperture ring on the Novoflex adapter.\

Works quite well.

Does the Nikon 80-200 have a mechanical interface between the adapter and the lens?
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I have owned several generations of Nikon lenses and they all have the "lever."

If you are just after a constant aperture the older Nikon 80-200 F4 is a lovely lens.

I prefer the older AIS Nikons over the Ds and Gs. The build quality is superb and the focus and zoom action buttery smooth, they tend to be lighter but a bit slower than the newer lenses and there are some amazing bargains to be had. All AIS lenses I've had were sharp but without being aggressively sharp if that makes sense.
 
How behave lens when you zoom in ? It it hold all the way focus ? Can you make focus in 80mm and zoom in to 150mm without lose focus ?
 
tom1 said:
How behave lens when you zoom in ? It it hold all the way focus ? Can you make focus in 80mm and zoom in to 150mm without lose focus ?
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Dont blame the lens blame the operator.

How do you expect to hold focus like that?
 
If you say the older Nikon 80-200 F4 is a lovely lens, I have no doubt that it is. You obviously know what you're talking about.


But can the Nikon 80-200 F/4.0 handle low light as well as the Nikon 80-200 F/2.8?


I'm not even in your league when it comes to cinematography. Far from it. But even I know a couple of f-stops make all the difference in low light situations.


So unless I'm mistaken, it stands to reason that the f/2.8 lens is the way to go.
 
tom1 said:
How behave lens when you zoom in ? It it hold all the way focus ? Can you make focus in 80mm and zoom in to 150mm without lose focus ?
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It is par focal, however, you must focus at a longer focal length and then go backwards. The way
you mentioned isn't how it works, quite the opposite actually.

Steditrak, naturally the f/2.8 version will be much better for low light
situations. You will pay for the low light ability but if you need it then
it's a justifiable cost.
 
There is only 1 stop difference between 2.8 and 4.

The 2.8 is 500g heavier too.

A good f4 will set you back £170 or just over $270.
 
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