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The following opinions have been automatically translated with Microsoft Translator. | Canon TS-E 135mm f/4 L Macro Pros: Robustness, optical performance, possibility of tilt & shift adjustments in a focal length that is not devoted to the control of the perspective but to the control of the plane of focus. Cons: Price and extreme specialization that make it a lens for a few Opinion: It is a specialist lens, a 135 mm macro with 1:2 magnification ratio and the possibility of tilt & shift adjustments that make it unique in the category of Canon L lenses. The use of this lens is essentially dedicated to the photographic studio, both for still life and photography of commercial products, and to food and portrait in particular conditions of selective focus. I have both the 50 mm and the 90 mm (first series), to which is now added the 135 mm, which I would like to use for portrait. I will post the experiences after actually using it in that role. sent on October 05, 2023 |
 | Sigma SD Quattro H Pros: Foveon sensor, great resolution and chromatic rendering in the appropriate shooting conditions, is a machine that forces you to think before shooting and allows you to devote the right time to search for the composition, without being taken by the heat of having to shoot. Cons: Foveon sensor, abnormal behavior when sunlight or at least a strong source of lighting enters directly into the frame (color spots and dominant green or magenta that appear randomly in the whole image): just slightly angle the lens and everything disappears... Even with everything possible activated, in the crosshairs there is no real response with the final image, so you have to think about a period of learning and closeness with the use of the lens/machine pairing in order to achieve results that, at that point, become excellent. SA optical attack, virtually non-existent adaptors rings to use lenses equipped with other bindings, with the sole exclusion of the M42 and Hasselblad medium-format attack. Opinion: I have inserted the Foveon sensor both among the pros and cons of this mirrorless, because the particular construction architecture of the sensor is the best value and the worst defect of this machine, which I love unconditionally. It is a machine dedicated to those who are not in a hurry to shoot and run away, so forget about the action or sports photography. When used according to its own characteristics (in my opinion fantastic, once you understand), the sensor offers the best of the market in the yield of detail and colors. Since, for constructive reasons, a charge amplifier on the individual photoreceptor, it is not possible to adjust the gain (forget to use the medium and high ISO), since raising the ISO would only serve to underexpose during the shooting phase and then have to regain in pp the underexposure, resulting in exponential increase in noise. Remember when you "pull" the films with analog machines? Well, the mechanism is the same, with the proper technological differences. If you are working on ISO 100 the sensor offers a truly exceptional performance and I say this as it is used to using reflex and ml equipped with Bayer matrix sensors with very high number of pixels. The yield of the files, especially in the monochrome, is very high, at the level of the best realizations on the market. I bought the machine equipped with battery grip and, since it is equipped with APS-H sensor, I matched the brand new lens "Sigma 40mm f:1.4 Art DG HSM - SA mount", which in my opinion is among the best lenses made by Sigma in the Art series. I collected the shots made with sigma Sd Quattro H on this Flickr album: https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157690414585203 sent on March 17, 2019 |
 | Sigma 1.4x TC-1401 Pros: Minimum detail loss, no problem with autofocus and stabilization, adequate cost Cons: Nothing to report Opinion: I always use the extenders on long optics and macro lenses in order to improve the output of the shots, both for the magnification ratio and for the long focal lengths. Although it has both the 2x and the 1, 4x, in the versions for attack Canon and Nikon, I always use the 1, 4x because it allows a rendition of the details to say the least fantastic, practically do not feel the presence of the Extender. I also have original Canon III and Nikon series extenders, but the new sigmas are the ones I prefer for use with macro optics and, of course, Sigma. I would like to advise without problem the TC-1401, while the older brother 2x is, in my opinion, useful only in particular situations (long optics on tripod, with good light). If you want to see some shots done with Sigma Extender, I have collected macro and naturalistic photos in this album: https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157672708813618 sent on March 03, 2019 |
 | Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 L IS II USM Pros: Extreme sharpness, chromatic rendition, very solid construction, balancing of the masses, use of the Extender 1, 4x III without loss of quality, even with the 2x III maintains a surrender that arouses marvel. AF that does not slow down with the extenders. Cons: The cost, but the quality has its price, you know... Opinion: I had the L is version and I had the opportunity to make the transition to version II just before the holidays, taking a lens in perfect condition and very little used. Possessing already the two Canon Extender III series, the spring that gave me the push to make the transition was the quality that this optics shows in every occasion in conjunction with the two extenders. You have in fact three lenses of wide use and high quality: 300/2.8, 420/4 and 600/5.6. The proof of the facts did not betray the expectations: the optics is fantastic smooth, but with the extenders it becomes a real system that covers the most used focal lengths for naturalistic photos. Needless to say that I am more than satisfied with the choice, because the lens is more manageable than the first version and can be used quietly freehand also with camera bodies equipped with sensors with high number of pixels. In this album are collected the shots made using the Canon 1, 4x and 2x series III Extenders: https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157670550452017 While in this you can find some shots just made with the Eos 5ds R: https:// www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157698966515791 sent on September 05, 2018 |
 | Zeiss ZE/ZF.2 Apo Sonnar T* 135mm f/2 Pros: Chromatic Rendering, absence of aberrations, contrast and precision in the reproduction of the detail, a delightfully fluid focusing ring, precise at the right point. Cons: For someone it might be a against manual focus and lack of stabilization, in fact the only cons for me is the cost. Opinion: Objective to say the least exceptional, in my opinion by far the best 135 mm available on the market, apochromatic and able to make the best both in the portrait and in the landscape. With extension Rings is also used effectively in the macro field and still life. I'm in love with this lens, a must for photography enthusiasts. In This album I collected shots made with Zeiss lenses: https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157672374854560 in this album The shots made with 135/2 ApoSonnar: https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157697607109640 sent on May 16, 2018 |
 | Nikon AF-S 60mm f/2.8 G ED Micro Pros: Definition, color rendering, lightness and practicality of use Cons: For certain uses macro is obviously a bit 'too "short and forces to get very close to the subject Opinion: The great Nikon tradition of the 55 and 60 mm macro finds in this objective the most worthy heir. rnIt is a lens that can be kept as standard, but that occasionally shows off a grit in the macro that leaves really amazed, giving its best in the rendering of detail and colors.rnChi loves the macro lenses can not have this lens in its set, as ductile in its use as it is the personal characteristics of use: it is a lens that does not impose itself in use, but that adapts well to the characteristics of those who use it. rnSa reserve great satisfaction even with small subjects, provided you can approach them without disturbing them.rnI have collected some shots made with this goal: rnrnhttps: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157663955699087 sent on February 25, 2018 |
 | Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR Pros: Optical construction, absence of color aberrations, extreme lightness and manageability Cons: Price and maybe it's less clear than the predecessor, but the Fresnel lens has advantages and disadvantages ... Opinion: Before buying the new Nikon 300 home I used the old version, heavy and impractical to use for handheld shots - as I usually do.rnPremetto that the technical component has always fascinated me in the objectives and the fact that this 300 incorporates a Fresnel lens element was enough for me to evaluate the purchase, the problem was to understand how Nikon had interpreted the development of this technical component, which has some pros and cons for maintaining the contrast and flare management, as well as in the type of bokeh.rnBeing in love with detail in the shots, frankly I was not expecting great things from this lens, but I had to think again! rnThe lens is lightweight, maneggevolissimo and offers excellent performance, both used du D800 / D810 that on more recent and demanding D500.rnMi has hit the ease with which the autofocus has hooked and followed the dragonflies in flight, always difficult to photograph, and the retail I provided in close-up shots.rnReally interesting, I recommend it to those who want to travel light without giving upto the performances.rnrnQui I collected some shots made with this lens, judge you: rnrnhttps: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157688070175020 sent on February 24, 2018 |
 | Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6 E ED VR Pros: Great definition and color rendering, excellent rendering of details at the maximum focal length, excellent stabilization that allows an excellent use freehand Cons: Attack of the lens hood not up to the quality of the optics; non-tropicalized lens, a slightly plastic finish Opinion: I bought this optical zoom on the advice of a professional friend, who knows my way to shoot and, I must be honest, I was surprised by the quality that this lens, which I would call economic for the price given the focal extension, can always guarantee , even at the maximum focal.rnThe use on D800 and, above all, on D810 and some time also on D500, so the detail yield for me is really a delicate point that I value to buy a lens: this lens does not disappoint and I often prefer it to the Sigma 150-600 Sport because it seems to me far more manageable in the freehand use.rnThe color rendering is excellent, as you can see in these shots: rnrnhttps: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62 / albums / 72157688069668980 sent on February 23, 2018 |
 | Nikon AF-S 105mm f/2.8 G ED VR Micro Pros: Definition, helicoid for manual focusing in macro, color rendering and excellent balance with machine bodies of the D8xx and D5xx series Cons: Nothing special Opinion: I state that I have in the kit all 105 Micro with manual focus and AF starting from the legendary 105/4, so I appreciate the macro capabilities of this lens that is the direct heir of a lucky model became the "micro" par excellence of Nikon .rnThe VR version adds the stabilization that can be of some use in macro, although quite limited, while it is certainly irreplaceable in normal use, especially with pixel-rich sensors.rnA years later it is still able to surprise me with the richness of the detail and color rendering, especially on important parts of the macro world as the composite eyes of insects.rnIt 'incredible satisfaction that can give, especially in the usual use for me freehand.rnrnQui I collected some shots made with this exceptional lens : rnrnhttps: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157663955540877rn sent on February 22, 2018 |
 | Nikon AF 200mm f/4 D ED IF Micro Pros: Great optical definition and color rendering, solid construction and high-level mechanics Cons: For the use of macro nothing is missing, the only real flaw is the metal screw hood, which is not known where to put, if not in use, because it is not possible to mount it upside down on the optics. Opinion: It's one of Nikon's jeweled lenses, of which there's no need for a makeover because really those who use it do not need anything else. It is true that the brightness is not high, but in macro it is not a problem, just as the absence of stabilization is not felt. For years it has been the reference point in Nikon's home for macro lenses and really there is not much to say about this lens except that only those who use it can fully appreciate the immense qualities of the project.rnI've used it with D800 and now with D810, without ever having problems: it is in my opinion a definitive goal for those who love macro photography but not only, because it can be used for photos and landscapes, with some attention, for portraits.rnrnI have collected some shots , always done by hand, with this great goal: rnrnhttps: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157693701484805rnrnrn sent on February 22, 2018 |
 | Sigma 180mm Macro f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Pros: Stabilization, brightness, great definition, perfect balance if used with reflex equipped with battery grip. I feel great both with D810 and with 5DS R. Cons: A bit 'heavy for those who are not used to optics of this type, of course, the cost and not easy to find in used if you are looking for the Nikon attack. Opinion: I purchased the Sigma 180 Apo Macro f: 2.8 EX DG OS HSM after having used for years its non-stabilized predecessor and with maximum aperture f: 3.5. rnMi I expected a lot of new Sigma stabilized ef: 2.8 and expectations have not been betrayed: it is an exceptional lens that can offer resolution and color rendering really remarkable.rnEnthusiasted by the results on Canon 5DS R, I also bought with Nikon attack and I use it on D810 with great satisfaction.rnE 'a lens that lends itself to the use of macro as well as medium-telephoto: I used it for panoramas, architectural details and, of course, for macro photography. Together with Nikon AF 200mm f / 4 D ED IF Micro is my favorite long focal lens for macro.rnrnQui outputs some shots made with Sigma optics, including the 180 / 2.8 Apo Macro object of the review: rnrnhttps: // www. flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157670323095324 sent on February 17, 2018 |
 | Nikon D500 Pros: Ergonomics, sensor, dynamic range, quality at definition level and also in noise management at high ISO with ambient light Cons: Frankly, I do not find anything negative Opinion: In my opinion it is a big machine in the DX format, without any doubt far superior to the Canon 7DII, which I have but that does not even come close to the quality that the D500 offers.rnChi knows me that I appreciate the detail in the shots naturalistic and the D500 satisfies me fully also from this point of view.rnSpeed ??speed, high definition, excellent dynamic range, excellent ergonomics and, last but not least, a good balance with battery grip even with long lenses put the D500 at top of the category.rnrnrnTanto to understand, this is a shot made at 4.000 ISO: rnrn https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/37354520022/in/album-72157686683351920/rnrnOther shots made with the D500: rnrn https: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157686683351920 sent on February 14, 2018 |
 | Zeiss ZE/ZF.2 Distagon T* 15mm f/2.8 Pros: Flawless construction, great sharpness, color and contrast typically Zeiss, which makes every shot. Is a short, leaves you speechless, literally. Cons: Maybe the cost, but the quality has its price. Opinion: That great perspective! Before buying this lens I looked at alternatives, but in the end I chose what I consider the best available on the market for wide-driven quality. The Zeiss quality is unknown but this 15 mm Classic la is the best representation: incredible sharpness across the frame, manual focus really easy even on digital SLR designed for working with MF lenses-thanks to the coil you moving with smoothness and precision. No chromatic aberration and sharp focus, even embarrassing to use. The last shots of this page were made with the Zeiss Distagon T * 15 mm ZF2, used Freehand Nikon D810: https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157672374854560 sent on February 12, 2018 |
 | Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM II Pros: Minimum distance of reduced focus, balance, autofocus and stabilization at the top, rotationally operated zoom and not plunger like in the old series, spectacular definition. Cons: You notice it immediately also for the white color, a bit heavy but well balanced if used in combination with machine bodies equipped with battery grip, the cost is not really cheap, but the quality has a cost. Opinion: It 's my favorite lens in combination with the 5DS R, equipped with a battery grip, for freehand use. It does not fear any kind of photography, but offers the best in the long focal length and in the close-up thanks to a reduced minimum focusing distance that allows shots at the level of the best macro. I never liked the plunger zoom, as was the "pompon" of the first series, so I greatly appreciated the change of zoom drive present in this second series.rnA less brightness, this lens is a more than a substitute for the little brother 70-200, which doubles the maximum focal length with a minimal loss on the focal length (100 mm instead of 70), but adding flexibility in the naturalistic shots and, as mentioned, in the fantastic close-up.rnI have taken hundreds of photographs with this lens, which I leave mounted by default on the body of the 5DS R: in my opinion is a definitive lens in this range of focal.rnrnHere some shots made with this goal: rnrnrnhttps: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums / 72157690670300332 sent on February 11, 2018 |
 | Nikon D810 Pros: Resolution and resistance to high ISO, dynamic range, ergonomics and balance of the machine with battery grip with long and heavy optics Cons: As with other Nikon, I find it unreasonable to have a battery in the camera body and one in the battery grip, with the need to disassemble the BG to change the battery in the camera body: even having Canon bodies of the same level, this choice of Nikon seems to me fruit of myopia Opinion: Conquered by the D800 and accustomed to using Canon cameras, I immediately appreciated the changes introduced by Nikon in his D810, to the point of buying a second hand at the first occasion that happened to me from the usual shop of trust. Actually since I got the D810, the D800 rests in a bag. I use the D810 with long lenses but also with macro lenses, both at home Nikon and other brands, with full satisfaction.rnApprezzo in particular, compared to the D800, the possibility that I already had in Canon 5DIII or 5DS R, to manage the AF points in areas.rnThe D810 behaves very well in my way of photographing, that is, freehand and in search of detail, not to mention the real detail.rnOra I want to see the D850 to test the facts to evaluate if, to the extra pixels part, it is really worth making the transition - considering that I do not do sports photography and that other features, such as the possibility of repeated shots for the focus stacking, are perhaps more attractive on paper than in realitytti.rnIn essence, I am in love with the D810, a machine able to give emotions if combined with the right optics and used with the right technical precautions for machines so high resolution.rnFor those interested in concrete examples of the yield of the D810, I attach the link to the page where I show a few hundred shots made with this machine and various optics of high quality, even vintage: rnrn https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157672402107572rn sent on February 10, 2018 |
 | Canon 5Ds R Pros: Detail, noise management, command ergonomics and easy-to-work files. With battery grip, the balance is perfect and the battery life does not create any problem even during long sessions. Cons: It is not a machine suitable for everyone, because the sensor requires a minimum of technique to eliminate problems of blur and management of autofocus. The burst is limited, as is obvious, not therefore suitable for sports photography but fully sufficient for those who want to devote themselves to nature issues. Opinion: I have been using the 5DS R for some time now, combining it first with the 5DIII and then taking its place in normal use. Being used to 5DIII, with the 5DS R I had no difficulty in the ergonomics of the controls and immediately the machine gave me great satisfaction.rnPractical nature photography and macro, but freehand, so I had to take measurements on shutter speeds to avoid the danger of camera shake, but with quality optics this machine is really fantastic! rnThe RAW files are easily workable and allow crop capable of giving emotions; needless to say that I love the detail and in this sense the 5DS R is for me the best, also for the high ISO tightness in normal lighting conditions, which allows me to work with safety times in ambient light only.rnrnHere you can see some shots made with the 5DS R: rnrn https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157670735285040rnrn sent on February 09, 2018 |
 | Nikon D800 Pros: High dynamic range for those who are used to Canon sensors, high resolution, excellent layout of the buttons and seizure for those who, like me, always shoot freehand. Having also the D810, I can say that the D800 is still up to its reputation even after some time Cons: Cost just released, but today is often proposed at bargain prices that make it very attractive so if we want, the opposite is the fall in value of used for those who had bought new. Opinion: I bought this machine in September 2015 by an amateur photographer, who gave it disappointed after only 2-3,000 shots tainted by blur (not even shaken ... just striking!): In practice it was a new machine, equipped with battery grip original. rnThe high resolution of the sensor requires some more attention than less demanding machines, but if equipped with optics at the height and correctly used (shutter speed suitable for shooting and solid handle), gives really high-level shots.rnUp to so I shot only with Canon bodies, while having in stock many optical and long lenses Nikon Nikon: this was therefore my first body Nikon and since then I have not left the Japanese House, then alongside D810 and D500.rnrnHere you can see some shots made with body D800: rnrnhttps: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157672285574640 sent on February 07, 2018 |
 | Sony A7 II Pros: Sensor with good dynamic range - the same as the D750 - and 5-axis stabilizer on the sensor, which I use with great quality vintage optics. With little money I could take all the main adapters for the optical attacks that I have in the kit: Canon and Nikon with electronic management of autofocus / lens stabilizer and electromagnetic diaphragm, but also Olympus OM, screw M42, Canon FD, Leica R , Contax / Yashica, Pentax K, Minolta MD ... Cons: Used to larger machines, always equipped with BG, such as Canon 5DIII and 5DS R, or Nikon D800 and D810 or D500, the lightness of Sony makes me a problem of stability, although it has a vertical grip. I solved the embarrassing life of the batteries with a craft modification that made me a happy man: I adapted the battery grip drawer to accommodate a dummy battery with an external cable, connected to an external power pack with cable Opinion: Great use of focus peaking with MF optics, I found myself very well in the field of macro-photography with the only lens with E native attack that I have in the kit, ie the Sony 90 Macro G. I do not use the video department, so I can not give an opinion on it.rnThe precision focusing is well supported by the digital enlargement in the viewfinder at two levels of magnification. I would like to switch to the older sister 7RIII only to have more pixels in the sensor, but I would never cede the 7II to go to 7RIII, rather I would support it only for use where it serves maximum definition.rnHere you can find some shots made with the 7II: rnrnhttps : //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157681262542131rnrn---------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------- ----------------- rnrnAvendo received numerous requests to learn more about the changes made to the vertical grip to allow the use of an external power pack, I collected in this discussion some information and images of profoundChin: rnrnhttps: //www.juzaphoto.com/topic2.php? l = en & show = 1 & t = 2668956 # 14158955rnrn ------------------------- -------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------- rnAttention: as illustrated NOT recommended or recommended, it is only a personal experiment of author who MUST NOT be replicated. rnWith no responsibility whatsoever for this reason. rnEach modification interrupts the warranty on modified items and may lead to partial or total damage to the camera.rnrnAttention: rn sent on January 31, 2018 |
 | Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro Pros: Sharpness and manageability Cons: In my opinion, no one, if you use a lens like this you must be aware of the limits of the scope Opinion: I use this lens for a long time and, unlike those who preceded me in the comments, I use it only freehand and on subjects in full activity, such as dragonflies and various insects, so the combination with the ring flash is mandatory, in my opinion.rnNon I have any problem of exposure using the Canon ring flash, while I confirm the limits due to diffraction to the more closed diaphragms.rnE 'a goal for true fans of macro photography, for many but not for all, however, can give enormous satisfaction. rnrnHere you can find some single shots - I do not use the technique of focus-stacking - made strictly by hand: rnrnhttps: //www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums/72157687903886030rnrn sent on January 31, 2018 |
 | Voigtlander Apo-Lanthar 125mm f/2.5 SL Pros: Everything: fantastic bokeh, fabulous detail where fire, contrast and chromatic rendering fall to the top. No chromatic aberration: it's a real APO. Cons: Reachability and consequent cost Opinion: It has always been the king's lens for the macro world, even though I have used it with superb results even for portrait. RnFamous for its creamy and pictorial bokeh (the lens is nicknamed "creamy machine"), it becomes sharp in the selective focus. The realization is at the highest technical standards, both optical and mechanical, and its production ceased only because it was in Direct competition with the Zeiss optics, built by the same Japanese producer Cosina.rn For this reason it had a numerically limited production and is difficult to find in Europe, but with a net increase in prices.rnCol little brother 90 mm and with the largest 180 mm constitutes a trio By real dream. sent on July 18, 2017 |
 | Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro DG OS HSM Pros: Price and optical performance for sharpness Cons: Exposure problems - below 2 EV - on 5DS R when used ar: 1: 1 or at any rate above 1: 2 Opinion: The lens is economical and offers good performance in terms of clarity, but if used for its macro vocabulary at reproduction ratios of more than 1: 2, a persistent under-exposure can also come to 2EV on body 5DS R! Rn. In practice, I have to set A +2 EV correction on the machine to get correctly exposed images in ambient light ar = 1: 1.rnrnMentre of my brother 150mm I can not say well, 105 are puzzled and I clarify that I'm not talking about a single tried lens: for Canon i Both non-stabilized and OS versions, and both on 5DS R have this problem, which I found and sometimes encountered on 5DIII.rnrn. The lens cost is a goal to be achieved, but it must be used with manual intervention both for the Focusing for the show.rnSmarted the Sigma 105 OS, I mounted to test the Tamron 90 Macro, which I have in all versions including the F017, without any need to correct the exposure There are several macro lenses, almost all available for Canon and Nikon, both vintAge, so I can easily make comparisons.rnIf you want to see shots made with different lenses and pairs with different digital bodies, you can watch my albums on Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/henry62/albums ) .rnrn sent on June 09, 2017 |
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