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Maurizio Trifilidis www.juzaphoto.com/p/MaurizioTrifilidis  |
The following opinions have been automatically translated with Microsoft Translator. | Voigtlander (E, VM) 50mm f/1.2 Nokton Aspherical Pros: Mechanical, blurred, sharp, lightness Cons: Obviously the manual MAF, but a well-known fact; the need to purchase separately the hood. Opinion: Used on Z7 both manually and with automatic maf adapter: some difficulties in the first case; good success rate in the second. Purchased for travel portraits at maximum aperture, it went beyond expectations, for sharpness, colors and, above all, blurred. Preferred to the original Nikon Z 1.2 not so much for cost reasons (much lower) but above all for reasons of weight and size (less than a third). On the road, used for many hours and also in air transport, a difference that proved decisive. Francameneo I did not use it with closed diaphragms: in case I will update this review. sent on March 20, 2023 |
 | Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Pros: Sharpness, Resolution, Weight Cons: Shinshiods to forget Opinion: At a first examination, to be deepened, the optical qualities are significant: much better than its homonymous F mount and also of many fixed optics; plastic appearance, like all Z's, but still functional. Brainy choice to provide two plastic shiners, despite being the construction of the lens already petal, with several unreasonable drawbacks. The larger hood is needed to use 112mm filters; in fact it is not possible to mount a fixed protective filter (essential for a curved lens) but it is necessary to fix it on this hood, with the consequence that the size of the lens and what you need to carry with you significantly increases. I do not understand why the thread for circular lenses on the petal of the lens and / or on the smaller hood has not been prepared (it seems to me quite possible). The use would have been more effective and the overall cost reduced (a 112mm protective filter ranges from 150 euros to over 300: an absurdity). I am amazed that other reviewers have not noticed the problem, which is evident to those who use filters and need to contain the size of what they carry around. sent on October 28, 2021 |
 | Nikon Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Pros: resolution, lightness, flexibility Cons: Plastic appearance Opinion: Taken to give a native macro to the Z7, it immediately proved to be perfect for the purpose, competitive with the best existing macros mounted on the D850 and superior in yield at the corners. Above all it has proved to be valid as a lens for portraits, having as its only limit to stop the diaphragm 2.8, and landscapes. Justified the value for money. If it had had a 2-aperture, it would have been perfect for all uses. The blur is still pleasant, though not great. the physical sensation at its handling is not as pleasant as that of more "metallic" optics but the low weight, also in relation to the size, is another advantage of the lens. For those who, like me, who need to reduce weights, with the obvious limits, replace the 70/200 of the same line in travel. Basically, recommended. sent on October 02, 2021 |
 | Leica Elmarit-M 90mm f/2.8 Pros: Lightness, chromatic and complexion rendering, mechanical construction Cons: manual focus with Nikon Z7 Opinion: Purchased mainly for its lightness and waiting for a portrait lens for the Z series (then it came out on 85/1.8). I mainly use it for portraits and flower shoots where you don't need a macro. The color rendering is optimal for what my tastes are and unique (I do not say better but particular and different from that of other lenses). Being the last model before the leica asph the cost used is not prohibitive but always high compared to direct competition. If the result it gives justifies its cost it is obviously a personal choice. I chose it for the lightness and for the use of 46mm filters (like other objectives I use) but I am absolutely satisfied with the yield and the quality / price ratio. The all-metal construction is a plus. Of course, used with adapting on the Z7 loses exif data and the focus is manual: therefore not suitable for shots to fast-moving subjects or for portraits of children, but on static models, objects and landscapes goes great. sent on March 20, 2021 |
 | Zeiss Milvus 100mm f/2M Pros: There's nothing better Cons: weight and cost, but points known before purchase Opinion: Extraordinary for macros up to 0.50 magnifications; great for portraits if you are looking for the definition (sometimes too much); great for easel landscapes. Excellent blurry at maximum opening; almost unchanged quality to the different diaphragms up to 11. The only limit, too, this well-known, does not reach 1:1. For the moment I do not need it, but I will still try with close-up filters and propina tubes; if necessary, I update the review. It would be interesting to make a direct comparison with the Leica R macro 100/2.8, the cost of which, moreover, is significantly higher. sent on December 28, 2020 |
 | Zeiss ZM Biogon T* 28mm f/2.8 Pros: Absolute quality and value for money; Lightness. Cons: Auto focus loss and exif data Opinion: Wanting to equip my Z7 with a 28, I finally purchased this new lens, renouncing my first ambition aimed at leica summicron and elmarit M with focal pari; the quality is substantially the same (except for the greater opening of the Summicron) and the significantly lower cost. Definition, dynamic range, microcontrast, three-dimensionality for my experience are excellent. Used with adapter on the Z7 the maf is manual, but of course it is not a problem for shots on easel and requires attention in the street, for which I still use other designed. Lightweight and 46 filters are a big plus in the transport and use phase. sent on November 27, 2020 |
 | Nikon AF-S 500mm f/5.6 E PF ED VR Pros: Lightness..... Cons: Lens hood..... Opinion: Used effectively with D850 and Z7. For those who have problems carrying weights, there is nothing better; you take it everywhere and you shoot easily freehand; taken in place of the 400 2.8, one of the best Nikon optics ever, without obviously having the claim to get the same quality and sharpness, still reaching a level more than acceptable. Incomprehensible how a relatively expensive lens has such a poor lampshade. Overall recommended. sent on August 20, 2020 |
 | Leica Macro-Elmar-R 100mm f/4 Pros: robustness, precision in the Maf, chromatic rendering Cons: in fact none, especially taking into account the cost on the second-hand market Opinion: goal purchased to play with a Leica and a little neglected until this last period, in which, in quarantine, it was a tool of daily use; of course it is a lens that gives the best of itself on the stand and at short distances; Also useful for landscapes with narrow corners; in these two fields it has no competitors in the same price range and on the macro competes well with all the most accredited targets of the emblazoned brands, weighing even less at the same focal point. At the free hand you feel the lack of autofocus, but this is a point that you know. I, with Nikon F attack, use it on both D850 and Z7; For the latter, the focus of peacking in the crosshairs helps a lot of focus. The results in terms of chromatic brilliance and definition are significant, and you don't lose in quality even using Leica's Elpro filters to increase the magnification. sent on April 19, 2020 |
 | Leica Elmarit-R 28mm f/2.8 Pros: shade in general and in particular embodied, build quality, value hold, lightness Cons: Can be used on Nikon bodies only in stop down; diameter filters, but it can become an advantage. Opinion: Original lens modified, reversibly, with F graft; in these cases you work in stop down, which is a constraint for the street but does not create problems for landscapes, main field of use; between 5.6 and 8 give the maximum and it is easy to shoot in hyperfocal; Pleasant vignette but still easy to eliminate at maximum opening. 48mm filters, which require the use of a step up and the ability to use 52 filters (of which the old nikonista usually has ample availability; especially those to shoot directly in black). Often used, with satisfaction, on the D850 as an alternative to Sigma art 35, the latter sharper but with less pleasant and real shades for my taste. Also tried on Z6, with FTZ, as an alternative to the 24/79 f4 zoom, where for my taste, the corresponding focal is preferred. That's why I decided to sell it and switch to the Leica M model, even lighter and usable on the Z more easily. Recommended for those who are looking for unique shades and, for me now more and more important, want to reduce weights or carry more equipment for the same weight overall. sent on November 13, 2019 |
 | Voigtlander Super Wide Heliar 15mm f/4.5 Pros: Lightness, lightness, lightness, value for money Cons: Virtually no one, except slight vignette, more than manageable and the impossibility of using slab filters. Opinion: Practical and light; good definition, even at the edges, from 5.6; low distortion; Usually for the pushed panoramas I use a zeiss 15 away on the D850 but if I have to travel, walk a lot I prefer to use a nikon Z6 with this lens; at f8 the differences are not relevant and not entirely justified by the difference in weight/price. The built-in lampshade is convenient, but in fact it requires to use only one circular filter and not the slab ones, which are essential for having graduated effects. sent on November 04, 2019 |
 | Nikon FTZ Pros: efficient (with AF. S), useful direct attack for the plate to be fixed on the tripod Cons: ineffective with many old nikon goals. Opinion: He does his job and he does it well. There are no qualitative differences in the results achieved using AFS lenses (but also manual Zeiss) on Nikon Reflex or Z. Very useful is the ability to mount the plate to use the easel directly on the FTZ instead of on the machine body. High initial price, but now that it has stabilized around 150 euros, it seems more appropriate, although perhaps still excessive. sent on October 20, 2019 |
 | Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4 E PF ED VR Pros: Weight, lightness, maneuverability Cons: none, because the price depends on its uniqueness Opinion: You can always carry it with you without problems, as in addition to weighing little, it has optical and stabilization qualities that allow excellent photos, less than 2.8 but not by much; However, these are two objectives with different costs and uses. The f/4 is also duplicated with the 1.4 without major problems (420 f/5,6). Indispensable for those who want to travel light but have an effective canvas. sent on October 03, 2019 |
 | Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Pros: sharpness, third die Cons: cost and weight (compared to f4) Opinion: I must say that I have long tried 24 70 f/2.8 together with the f4, both freehand shots and especially shots on the stand, especially at night. The first is undoubtedly better, but weighs more, costs three times and has less resistance to flare (important for my nights). As a result I have matured the decision to keep myself the cheapest model and "satisfy". I recommend it only to those who make extensive use of the focal at 2.8 or to those who for quality do not care about cost and weight. In these cases, it can undoubtedly arouse enthusiasm, but the fixed Zeiss still remain at a higher level, both for sharpness and for the opening of shadows, although certainly the difference compared to that of the 24 70 AFS is smaller, sent on September 24, 2019 |
 | Leica Elmarit-R 135mm f/2.8 Pros: quality and leica yield, blurry, rendered of the complexion. Cons: manual focus Opinion: taken for fun, a pleasant surprise was detected; Great for portraits; used on the Z6 r Z7, allows for easy focus with focus peaking in the crosshairs, effectively overcoming its main "defect" consisting of manual focus; in practice, he supplanted the 135 DC nikon, also a good lens, for all my shots at close range. Very affordable price/quality ratio; The ease of use with mirrorless and Nikon/Canon's entry into the field in this area will probably increase its value. sent on August 07, 2019 |
 | Nikon AF-S 200-400mm f/4 G ED VR Pros: Sharpness, definition, MAF speed, flexibility Cons: Weight Opinion: An excellent lens of great quality whose price of the used allows the purchase without completely fauning. The main quality lies in the brightness combined with being a zoom, and therefore great flexibility. The quality seems to me better to the court and medium distances compared to the subjects close to infinity or in any case over fifty meters. Stable at various focal lengths. Excellent the MAF and good tightness to duplicators, often indispensable for birdlife. It is possible to use it freehand, but of course for a short time and in proportion to its own "musculature"; In this case zoom is not entirely immediate. Of course, the weight is the main limit. A personal opinion, not everyone shared (see discussion on the forum), is that the differences from the 200 500 of the same house are significant and, of course, except the weight, all in favor of this lens, not by chance much more expensive. Recommended. sent on June 07, 2019 |
 | Nikon Z6 Pros: Lightness, stabilization, brightness viewfinder Cons: Precision AF; Optical quality kit, easy to soil the sensor Opinion: Purchased after long reflection and a field test of Z7; I gave up on the latter because the difference in cost (about 1,200 euros) did not seem justified by the difference in performance; The pros of the machine are above all lightness and ergonomics; Manual focus is facilitated by the brightness of the viewfinder, which allows the use of focus peacking, unlike the D850; Stabilization Ideal for street or to travel without weights. Conversely, the controls, for those accustomed to D800/850, are too amateur; The battery charge, if you use Live view, is insufficient; The 24/70 4, although magnified by many, does not seem more than the 24/70 2.8 of the SLR and still lower than the fixed I usually use (ZEISS). The objectives F do not lose quality on Z6, but at that point you lose the greater advantage of lightness and you buy, however, that, presumably, to stabilize goals that are not at the origin. This can come in handy for high quality telephoto lenses but not stabilized, available on the market now at "human" prices if you can get a proper AF (not having them, I haven't tried it). The main problem, at least for me that frequently changing optics, is that the wide nozzle tends to get the sensor dirty much more easily than the SLR mentioned. In summary, excellent as accompaniment to important reflex bodies, good for those who start now a kit Nikon, less for those who want to use it as the main body with the old optics (posted the best photo made so far). sent on May 22, 2019 |
 | Nikon Z7 Pros: weight, focus brightness, lens quality, effective for those available, presumed for those programmed. Cons: price; AF not always accurate; ergonomics of the commands. Opinion: Tried hard for a weekend in order to evaluate the purchase, for the moment postponed. This is because the comparison between pros and cons does not place a decisive approach to the former. Tried with 24.70, with Zeiss and NiKon targets. The AF is not always accurate with its 24-70; in particular at full openness, it does not always manage to focus precisely on the eyes of the subject photographed at close range; With 85 1.4 and 300 4 Nikon, the AF worsens slightly; with the 135 DC loses the automatic AF and with the Zeiss does not allow the signaling of the reached fire in the crosshairs; however, focus aside, it maintains the quality of these goals. Relatively high price; the difference between Z6 and Z7 seems to be due more to marketing choices than to different industrial costs; The price of the FTZ adapter, which should almost be given away to incentivize the purchase of those with numerous Nikon optics, is exaggerated. The discount campaign now in place brings the Nital price closer to the international one, but it does not completely solve the cost problem and also gives the feeling that it can anticipate a rapid upgrade of the machine (Nikon, in case, would do well to formalize its own projects in a formal and challenging way). I will probably buy one, but only when the AF problem is solved and Nikon's development policies become clear. Finally, it is not advisable to change the lens often as it is very easy to soil the sensors. SUCCESSIVE ADD: The firmware update has fixed the focus issues; the difference in cost with the Z6 remains: it is inexplicable that in Italy it is more than 1,000 euros while in the rest of the world it usually stands at 600. sent on February 17, 2019 |
 | Nikon PC-E 24mm f/3.5 D ED Pros: Extremely effective in the functions of decentralisation and tilting; Excellent definition Cons: Perhaps the weight; The inability to use tilting and decentralisation at the same time Opinion: Purchased for decentralisation functions, in order to photograph palaces and monuments without having to work, much and not always effectively in straightening the falling lines, it was shown higher than expected; Easy to manage, especially for decentralisation, it brings immediate results and is also characterised by excellent optical qualities even in normal use; I promise to use it also in the mountains. At the state I was surprised by the rendition of the lights, very contained the flare, and the pleasant starry effect on the brighter light spots. The possibility of using sheet and circular filters an extra plus. Recommended to fans of photos of architectures. sent on October 16, 2018 |
 | Zeiss ZE/ZF.2 Distagon T* 15mm f/2.8 Pros: Comes where others cannot Cons: Cost and weight Opinion: Taken used, since the differences with the new milvus are nonexistent from the optical and non-significant point of view regarding the use of filters; Differently from other pushed wide angles, with the ball lenses, it can accommodate filters of 95 mm and therefore also circular filters ND; It is difficult to use GND filters effectively. For contrast sharpness impression, excellent chromatic rendition, low distortion and excellent resistance to flare: all qualities that emerge in the night with clarity. sent on October 03, 2018 |
 | Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4 G Pros: Definition, blurred, overall quality Cons: Weight, partially, and cost Opinion: Bought by accident, as already covered by two 70/200 and 135 ad. Great versatility of use, from blurry portrait to 1.4 to the landscape at 8; In fact it is one of the lenses that I always carry with me; It keeps head to the ZEISSZF2 and given the automatic MAF, at the end it is preferred. Pleasant construction, even to the touch, although always a little plasticose; Lens hood can be improved. sent on September 10, 2018 |
 | Nikon D850 Pros: ergonomics, resolution, sensor Cons: price (trivial but real); lack of built-in flash Opinion: replaces a D800 and the difference is heard; the fact that this difference is proportional to the increase in costs becomes a very personal matter. On landscapes it has a very high quality: we approach the medium format if used with quality objectives; a small built-in flash would have been useful to lighten the shadows in broad daylight when necessary, as it is excessive to mount a flash true for this on all occasions shooting. you take good and some new utilities (wider maf) can be very useful sent on December 15, 2017 |
 | Leica Elmar-R 180mm f/4 Pros: Weight Chromatic rendering, in particular of the complexion; Value for money Cons: Using Stopdown on Nikon Opinion: After using several Leica R adapted wide angles to Nikon (Lietax ring or Adriano Lotti), I decided to try a medium tele, knowing well that the MAF would be more complex; Excellent for stationary and/or low-mobility subjects (models posing, EC.); Excellent also on a stand for landscapes; It obviously does not have the resolution of a recent and high cost goal, but the chromatic rendition is very pleasant and unique; Great Blur. It is not suitable for sport or action, but in the portrait it is preferable to several other lenses (the photo posted is of a model that I have photographed with other objectives too). sent on November 15, 2017 |
 | Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Pros: clarity; practicality; cost, chromatic detail. Cons: Very little Opinion: bought to accommodate a 35-year-old reshaped at Nikon on occasions where autofocus is useful; has fully fulfilled its task; differently from other comments, no problem in the maf, it is specified both with D800 and D850; wide dynamic range and color rendering; I posted a test photo where you can test the result obtained, taken at less than two meters distance. In fact it has become one of the most used lenses. sent on November 06, 2017 |
 | UniqBall UBH 45 Pros: Lightweight, robust, versatile, innovative Cons: cost and availability; more advantages are achieved with the heaviest and most expensive version Opinion: UniqBall is an innovative and substantially unique head; little known (not seen in stores); bought on the bay used because I saw the sale proposal and I had the time to study my head (video on utube) before making the offer; has two spheres, one in the other, lockable separately, with which it is possible to obtain multiple movements, both simultaneously and separately; its operation is more difficult to explain than to do in practice; in fact has all the advantages of the ball head and is a good substitute for those ballasts; in the larger version and cost, you can balance any lens (at least up to 500, beyond I have not tried) for any use in any way. Used especially for landscapes, where it takes care but does not disappoint. Use the faceplate system for the plate; has a certain width and must be checked for full compatibility with the top of the ca-valet.rn sent on October 24, 2017 |
 | LEE Big Stopper Pros: constructive quality and creative possibilities. Cons: fragility; dominant; high price. Opinion: useful and fun; it changes the suggestion of images, especially those with water and clouds; lets people disappear from the image; however, its use is now inflatable and is immediately recognizable; so it only surprised those who do not know it. excellent packaging that ensures a safe enough transport. sent on October 06, 2017 |
 | Nikon AF 135mm f/2 D DC Pros: Fuzzy; built-in Lens hood Cons: Probably surpassed by newer optics Opinion: Great for portraits; Pleasant even for landscapes by closing the diaphragm; Outstanding on the D700; Good on the D800 and also on D850. Excellent especially for those who think 85 and 105 too wide for portraits limited to the face. It still maintains a good value for money; In terms of absolute quality the latest Nikon 105 is superior but not enough to justify a much greater price. sent on October 06, 2017 |
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