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lenses, Nikon, Nikon Z, Review

REVIEW: Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S

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Introduction

Today I’m taking a look at the Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S—a focal length that sits right on the edge between ultra-wide and more “safe” wide-angle lenses. It offers the immersive field of view that many people love for landscape, architecture, and environmental portrait photography, without being so wide that composition becomes tricky. The fast f/1.8 aperture is useful in low light, and combined with the focal length, makes this lens a strong option for astrophotography. It’s not among Nikon’s cheapest lenses at around $1000, but it is, of course, an f/1.8 S-Line lens. Let’s see if it’s worth the price.

camera-icon2I tested this lens on a 46 Mp Nikon Z7ii (Sample images were taken with a Nikon Zf)
You can see this review as a YouTube video here!
Sample images in high resolution here.

Sample Images

Nikon Zf | Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S | f/14
Nikon Zf | Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S | f/16
Nikon Zf | Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S | f/14
Nikon Zf | Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S | f/10
Nikon Zf | Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S | f/14

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Review: Ricoh GR III

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Introduction

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Ricoh GR III

When people think of a fixed lens compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor, most will probably think of the Fuji X100 series first. However, those that are looking for a truly pocketable option may sooner or later come across Ricoh’s GR series. Not long ago the Ricoh GR IV was released, but thanks to a reader I get the chance to have a look at its popular predecessor, the Ricoh GR III.

Sample Pictures

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Ricoh GR III | f/2.8
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Ricoh GR III | f/2.8
rico gr ii iii 3 gr3 iv gr4 griv compact digital 24mp review contrast resolution sharpness bokeh image quality
Ricoh GR III | f/2.8
rico gr ii iii 3 gr3 iv gr4 griv compact digital 24mp review contrast resolution sharpness bokeh image quality
Ricoh GR III | f/2.8
rico gr ii iii 3 gr3 iv gr4 griv compact digital 24mp review contrast resolution sharpness bokeh image quality
Ricoh GR III | f/2.8
rico gr ii iii 3 gr3 iv gr4 griv compact digital 24mp review contrast resolution sharpness bokeh image quality
Ricoh GR III | f/2.8
rico gr ii iii 3 gr3 iv gr4 griv compact digital 24mp review contrast resolution sharpness bokeh image quality
Ricoh GR III | f/2.8

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Analogue Adventures – Part 48: Hexar RF

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Hexar RF

Released in 1999, the Konica Hexar RF is the most advanced analogue M-mount rangefinder camera ever made, far surpassing the Minolta CLE and all of Leica’s analogue cameras that came after. Let’s have a closer look!

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Hexar RF | Wolfen 500 NC | MS-Optics 50mm 1.0 ISM | f/1.4
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Hexar RF | Kodak Royal Supra 400 | MS-Optics 24mm 2.0 | f/2.0
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Hexar RF | Kodak Royal Supra 400 | Voigtländer VM 35mm 1.2 III | f/8.0
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Hexar RF | Kodak Royal Supra 400 | MS-Optics 35mm 1.4 | f/2.0
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Hexar RF | Kodak Royal Supra 400 | Voigtländer VM 35mm 1.2 III | f/1.2
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Hexar RF | Kodak Royal Supra 400 | Voigtländer VM 35mm 1.2 III | f/1.2

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Mr. Ding Studio, Nikon, Nikon Z

Review: Mr. Ding Optics 50mm 1.2 Noxlux Z

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Introduction

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Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Z on Nikon Zf

The Mr. Ding Studio 50mm 1.1 Noxlux M has sadly been out of stock for quite some time, but in the meantime the manufacturer updated its design and the lens is now available as this Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Noxlux Z for Z-mount – with electronic contacts, still something rare to see among the manual focus lenses from China. Let’s have a look together.

This lens is in many aspects identical to the Mr. Ding 50mm 1.1 M and Syoptic 50mm 1.1, so I will reuse a few sections of my reviews of those lenses.

Sample Images

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Nikon Zf | Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Z | f/1.2
mr. ding optics studio 50mm 1.2 nikon z review m10 42mp 24mp sony a7rii contrast resolution bokeh coma noxlux
Nikon Zf | Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Z | f/1.2
mr. ding optics studio 50mm 1.2 nikon z review m10 42mp 24mp sony a7rii contrast resolution bokeh coma noxlux
Nikon Zf | Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Z | f/1.2
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Nikon Zf | Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Z | f/2.8
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Nikon Zf | Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Z | f/4.0
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Nikon Zf | Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Z | f/8.0
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Nikon Zf | Mr. Ding 50mm 1.2 Z | f/5.6

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7Artisans, lenses, Nikon Z, Review

REVIEW: 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.8

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Introduction

The 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.8 full-frame lens for E-mount was released on September 4th, and now the company has added L- and Z-mount versions. It follows their earlier 24mm f/1.8 full-frame lens, which was well received by photographers. At a launch price of $299, this new 35mm sits on the budget-friendly side of the lineup, and if it performs as well as its 24mm sibling, it should offer great value for money. Let’s check it out!

camera-icon2I tested this lens on a 46 Mp Nikon Z7ii (Sample images were taken with a Nikon Zf)
You can see this review as a YouTube video here!
Sample images in high resolution here.

Sample Images

Nikon Zf | 7ARTISANS AF 35mm F/1.8 | f/4
Nikon Zf | 7ARTISANS AF 35mm F/1.8 | f/1.8
Nikon Zf | 7ARTISANS AF 35mm F/1.8 | f/4
Nikon Zf | 7ARTISANS AF 35mm F/1.8 | f/4.5
Nikon Zf | 7ARTISANS AF 35mm F/1.8 | f/8
Nikon Zf | 7ARTISANS AF 35mm F/1.8 | f/1.8

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