Macro photography is one of the strongest asset in
the Nikon photographic system. Dating back to the rangefinder days where Nikon has
already offered a 50mm Nikkor Macro lens for their fine range of rangefinder cameras.
The macro system was further spearheaded during the Nikon F era and by the '70, it
has developed into a high comprehensive stand-alone system. During the TTL-era of
the Nikon F3, the Nikon macro/close-up system was sophisticated enough to claim almost
perfect - except autofocusing.
For it is especially in close-ups that professional cameras such as Nikon F-series
models excel and a joy to use these bodies. All Nikon professional class F-series
models are offering 100% view field.
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The many features that make close-ups a joy to take with such SLRs are of course start with a viewfinders to show you 100% of the picture area to be registered on film, the depth-of-field preview button also help in a great deal to let you see the depth of field at the taking aperture, the through-the-lens metering of the various Photomic metered Prisms of the Older Nikon F & F2 which give you responsive and an almost fail proof exposure measurement. |
Further, optional accessories in the Finder group
like Waist-Level, Magnifications Finder or even Speed Finder can provide you with
the low-or ground-level viewing convenience or in certain photographic situation
which demands lesser eye to finder distance which may be so often required in close-up
work.
Since this is the site which is
confined to topic where it relates to Nikon F2,
we will just using the perspective from a mechanical camera user to discuss various
topics where it relates in this site. Please take note many of the Macro accessories
within the Nikon system are still usable and compatible with older or even current
Nikon SLR camera models - except some of the features found in the respective cameras
may affect the way of using these accessories mentioned here in this site. In many
ways, some of the technologies introduced over the years also affecting macro photography
in a great way. Modern SLR features such as TTL-flash, Matrix metering, autofocusing
or Electronic rangefinder system were some examples that may simplify, enhance functionality
and could possibly facilitates easier handling in close-up photography
With Nikon F, the collection of accessories and attachments available for macro photography was impressive enough: The system has already offered essential macro accessories like Close-up Attachment Lenses, Extension Ring E2, Extension Ring Set K, Bellows Focusing Attachments PB-4 and PB-5, 105mm f/4 Bellows Nikkor, Slide Copying Adapter PS-4 and PS-5, Repro-Copying Outfit Model PF and two distinct lenses specifically designed for close-ups, the 55mm f/3.5 Micro-Nikkor-P Auto and 200mm f/5.6 Medical-Nikkor Auto. With the Nikon F2, the system was further evolved with MORE options in various aspects along with new upgrades, and in particular, two additional special macro lenses were also introduced, the Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/4.0 and Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4.0.
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The many features that make close-ups a joy to take with such SLRs are of cause start with a viewfinders to show you 100% of the picture area to be registered on film, the depth-of-field preview button also help in a great deal to let you see the depth of field at the taking aperture, the through-the-lens metering of the various Photomic metered Prisms of the Older Nikon F & F2 which give you responsive and an almost fail proof exposure measurement. |
Whatever your interests are and no matter the extent
of your budget, there are wide assortment of close-up equipment, and right tools
to meet your specific needs. The key to macro photography is the magnification
power of the lens through the simple attachment of a supplementary lens to the taking
lens or by extending the lens-to-film distance through the insertion of a device
of fixed (ring) or adjustable (bellows) length between the lens and the camera body.
Technologies are only to simplify processes and provide more assuring results.
In close-up photography, more than anything else, the detailed definition of the
texture comes first. Therefore correct focusing and creative use of depth of field
may decide the total picture-quality. There are a number of eyepiece accessories
such as Nikon Eyepiece Magnifier with a 2-power magnification will help you with
pinpoint focusing. Unlike candids or snapshots, in close-up photography you shoot
only after you have studied carefully what the final effect will be. You can see
through the viewfinder the exact depth of field or out focused area. Just before
you press the release button, try to make sure that the focusing is still correct
and the corresponding depth of field with the picture taking aperture is sufficient.
Request the people around you not to walk about. The tripod is a very important tool,
especially if you're doing an extreme close-up. It should be as sturdy as possible
and I can tell you it has every reasons to invest into a good tripod and a cable
release. For extreme close-ups, always use Cable Release or make use of the Mirror
Lock up feature of the camera to minimize possible movement caused by mirror action.
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The Eyes of Nikon:- |
Fisheye-Nikkor Lenses - Circular | Full Frame | Ultrawides Lenses - 13mm15mm18mm20mm | Wideangle Lenses - 24mm28mm35mm |
Standard Lenses - 45mm 50mm 58mm | Telephoto Lenses - 85mm105mm135mm180mm & 200mm |
Super-Telephoto Lenses - 300mm 400mm 500mm 600mm 800mm 1200mm |
Special Application lenses:
Micro-Nikkor Lenses - 50mm~55mm -60mm 85mm -105mm 200mm Micro-Zoom 70-180mm
Perspective Control (PC) - 28mm 35mm PC-Micro 85mm
Dedicated Lenses for Nikon F3AF: AF 80mm f/2.8 | AF 200mm f/3.5 EDIF
Depth of Field Control (DC): 105mm 135mm
Medical Nikkor: 120mm 200mm
Reflex-Nikkor Lenses - 500mm 1000mm 2000mm
Others: Noct Nikkor | OP-Nikkor | UV Nikkor 55mm 105mm | Focusing Units | Bellows-Nikkor 105mm 135mm
Nikon Series E Lenses: 28mm35mm50mm100mm135mm | E-Series Zoom lenses: 36~72mm75~150mm70~210mm
MF Zoom-Nikkor Lenses: 25~50mm | 28~45mm | 28~50mm | 28~85mm | 35~70mm | 36~72mm E | 35~85mm | 35~105mm | 35~135mm |
35~200mm | 43~86mm | 50~135mm | 50~300mm | 70~210mm E | 75~150mm E | 80~200mm | 85~250mm |
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Recommended links to understand
more technical details related to the Nikkor F-mount and production Serial Number:
http://rick_oleson.tripod.com/index-153.html by: my friend, Rick Oleson
http://www.zi.ku.dk/personal/lhhansen/photo/fmount.htm by: Hansen, Lars Holst
http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/nikonfmount/lens2.htm
http://www.photosynthesis.co.nz/nikon/serialno.html
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