This serial story features fascinating tales of lens design and manufacture. Nasa wanted a camera completed in a year and a half that could shoot 250 photographs with automatic exposure and whose film could be. Feb 23, 2006 the nikon d200 was announced on 1st november 2005, some three and a half years since nikon revealed their first prosumer digital slr, the d100. Let us take a look at the nikon af nikkor 80 200mm f2.
After this new market entry, many people were worried about the future of the nikkor af 80200 mm f2. I think the 70200 vr would be my top choice, actually given the prices of the 80200 variants id be inclined to look at the new tamron 70200 and the sigma 70200 as both come in and around the afd pricing as opposed to the 80200. It was produced between 1988 and 1992, and has been somewhat replaced four times twice in the 80200 range, now with the 70200 range. Nikon has manufactured 10 different zoom lenses with a focallength range of 70 to 200 mm range. That said, if you only print photos at the 5 x7 or even 8x10 level, and arent a pro, then the 80 200 will never disappoint you. Simply type into the input boxes and the answer will update. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums. Lets also not forget that this is the first 80 200 lens that is comaptible with the tce converters. Simply divide the percent by 100 and multiply by the number. Nasa wanted a camera completed in a year and a half that could shoot 250 photographs with automatic exposure and whose film could be changed during shooting. It was the longest serving camera model nikon has ever produced. I dont find that 180mm to be slower to focus than the 80200.
The nikon story actually starts in 1948, the year that the nikon i, the companys first camera was released. Covering portraitlength to medium telephoto focal lengths, the af zoomnikkor 80 200mm f2. On the occasion of the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the nikon cooperation in 2017 uli koch, one of the most prominent nikon collectors, has just completed the book nikon 100 anniversary. This would be okay except that we expect it to act like an 80 200, given the price of the lense. Its safe to say, given its history and our current electronics environment, that this is an ancient lens. Bazhan the lens is very light and compact remember to make allowance for uniqueness of these pioneers. Find great deals on ebay for nikon 80200 and nikon 80200 2. Focal length, 80200 mm, egf for nikon dx cameras is 120300 mm. Nikon began looking into electronic imaging around the middle of 1979. This bookebook package is your guide to getting more interesting and creative photos with the 10.
The 80200 will show classic chro abb, where the 70200 has greatly mitigated it due to the high quality lens construction. Oct, 2006 this bookebook package is your guide to getting more interesting and creative photos with the 10. The 80 200 will show classic chro abb, where the 70 200 has greatly mitigated it due to the high quality lens construction. It is, nonetheless, a brilliantly fantastic lens that aids in the production of fantastic images. I think the 70 200 vr would be my top choice, actually given the prices of the 80 200 variants id be inclined to look at the new tamron 70 200 and the sigma 70 200 as both come in and around the afd pricing as opposed to the 80 200. The company is the eighthlargest chip equipment maker as reported in 2017.
The nikon historical society, based the us, has a worldwide membership. The history of nikon cameras is also that of nikkor lenses. That said, if you only print photos at the 5 x7 or even 8x10 level, and arent a pro, then the 80200 will never disappoint you. Nikon f3, 1980 a featured writeup on the nikon f3 as one of the modern classic slrs some nikon f3 prototype models. Our nikon journal, published four times a year, concentrates on the history of japanese photo equipment from the perspective of the nikon camera company. It is nikon s lightest professional telephoto zoom of all time. Now you can further deepen your understanding of nikons over100year journey including one photo, one story that shows the story of trustworthiness and creativity behind the photo, one minute story that portrays chapters of nikons history with mangalike illustrations, corporate history and history overview. Message board for nikon f3 the nikon f3, a fully electronic professional specification body with a backup mechanical shutter speed of 160 sec, replaced the nikon f2. Nikon s products include cameras, camera lenses, binoculars, microscopes, ophthalmic lenses, measurement instruments, rifle scopes, spotting scopes, and the steppers used in the photolithography steps of semiconductor fabrication, of which it is the worlds second largest manufacturer. It remains popular because it offers fast autofocus and great performance, both mechanically and optically, for less than half the price of nikon s other professional f2. A short course in nikon d80 photography bookebook by. All images displayed in this group should be tagged with nikon and 80. It harkens back to the respectable but not lightning fast af speed of other nonmotorized lenses like the 70300. Not only are the 80200s optics stellar, its mechanics and materials are much better than most of nikons even more expensive lenses today, most of which are merely plastic.
If youre willing to baby the af issue enough to survive without your 80 200, the smaller size. Find great deals on ebay for nikon 80 200 and nikon 80 200 2. In autumn of 1978, nasa national aeronautics space administration requested cameras to be made for the space shuttle. If you find this page as helpful as a book you might have had to buy or a.
Jun 23, 2011 using the 80 200, you might simply plant yourself and shoot at 5mm. A look through the elegantly simple viewfinder reveals the match meters on the left plus a neat little top window that shows the aperture reading on the lens. In terms of versatility during a wedding ceremony, i only use the 80 200 on a tripod and i dont use the 180mm. Mar 10, 2018 the nikon fm3a takes dx coded film from iso 25 to 5000 but you can also override the dx coding and enter your own settings on the dial from iso 12 to 6400, giving you lots of creative options. I have not choosen to buy an 80200 in the past because i wanted needed the extra reach offered by the 753004. Use the calculator below to calculate a percentage, either as a percentage of a number, such as 80% of 200 or the percentage of 2 numbers.
The nikon d200 was announced on 1st november 2005, some three and a half years since nikon revealed their first prosumer digital slr, the d100. Using the 80200, you might simply plant yourself and shoot at 5mm. After this new market entry, many people were worried about the future of the nikkor af 80 200 mm f2. Confirmed earliest and latest serial numbers seen lens added to list in last 6 months bought new in last 6 months. If you havent shot or held a real professional lens in a while, its a pleasure just to hold. If you find this page as helpful as a book you might have had to buy or a workshop you may have had to take. Nikkor lenses are born from a tradition of elite craftsmanship and a pursuit of optical perfection more than 80 years in the making. Nikon 100 anniversary books of prominent nikon collector. The d200 has the robust build quality of the d2x, a 10. The history of this lens and its lineup is unknown to me. In terms of versatility during a wedding ceremony, i only use the 80200 on a tripod and i dont use the 180mm. Lets also not forget that this is the first 80200 lens that is comaptible with the tce converters. Mar 10, 2007 images taken with the various versions of the nikon 80200mm f2.
I dont find that 180mm to be slower to focus than the 80 200. Images taken with the various versions of the nikon 80200mm f2. Nikon 80200mm f4 pushpull zoom lens, manual focus close up of nikon 80200 f4 zoom lens showing the colorcoded depthoffield lines see also. Through every era of imaging, nikkor s commitment to integrity, reliability and. This would be okay except that we expect it to act like an 80200, given the price of the lense. This story is told in the following twelve articlessomewhat eccentric, but thoroughly enjoyablethat chronicle the history of nikons brilliant and legendary cameras.
The camera to lens compatibility chart has been updated 12jan2016 with the latest additions to the nikon lineup, the d5 pro fx dslr and the long awaited d500, the dx successor of the beloved d300d300s. The 80200 has given me some great portrait shots but having played with a 5mm f2. The extensive range of nikon imaging products is introduced. Comparison of 70300 vr and 80 200 started jun 22, 2012.
The nikon fm3a takes dx coded film from iso 25 to 5000 but you can also override the dx coding and enter your own settings on the dial from iso 12 to 6400, giving you lots of creative options. Af nikkor lenses work with nikon slrs for optimal performance, even the very latest. D5200, d3200 do not have a builtin autofocusing motor that invariably means you cannot autofocus with these. Nikon nikkor af 80 200 mm made in japan zoom lens 1986 4. Official nikon photography books and dvds offer lessons and tutorials to help you improve your photography skills. I have taken night football and hockey shots which i was not able to get with the kit zoom lenses. Afs please note that this group is not for the 70200mm f2. Books like this are rushed for publication because nikon will eventually make a replacement for the d80 that will make this book obsolete. These goofs are common, which is why you shouldnt spend much time reading guides and why i started making my own observations and writing them down. Where are nikon lens serial numbers located on older af lenses.
Its fair to say however that the d200 is a completely different beast altogether, it shares far more with its bigger brother the the d2x than its earlier namesake. Personally id sidestep the heavy 80200 and go for the 55200. List of nikon compatible lenses with integrated autofocusmotor. If youre willing to baby the af issue enough to survive without your 80200, the smaller size. Calculating eighty of two hundred how to calculate 80 % of 200. Looking past the first printing errors, i find that the good far outweighs the bad therefore the 5. Nikons products include cameras, camera lenses, binoculars, microscopes, ophthalmic lenses, measurement instruments, rifle scopes, spotting scopes, and the steppers used in the photolithography steps of semiconductor fabrication, of which it is the worlds second largest manufacturer. This volume is the culmination of over 30 years of study and research about the nikon rangefinder system, and. Nikon 80 200mm f4 pushpull zoom lens, manual focus close up of nikon 80 200 f4 zoom lens showing the colorcoded depthoffield lines see also. Looking past the first printing errors, i find that the good far outweighs the bad therefore the 5 star rating. Nikon s first prolevel f4 tele zoom was announced in late 2012. Get the best deals on nikkor 80200mm focal camera lenses when you shop the largest online selection at. Covering portraitlength to medium telephoto focal lengths, the af zoomnikkor 80200mm f2.
I have not choosen to buy an 80 200 in the past because i wanted needed the extra reach offered by the 753004. Learn how to master techniques like lighting and composition to create great looking photos and pump up your artistry. Nikon has manufactured 10 different zoom lenses with a focallength range of 80 to 200 mm range. Ken rockwell is een blaaskaak, maar voor technische gegevens is ie handig.
Youve been waiting for an affordable dslr with the quality. The book also has links to 50 or so animations but you need broadband internet access to play them. Archives of corporate history subject matter related to nikon cameras, including rare materials, as well as product photos of cameras and lenses. Even more important is that while the rated closefocus distance isnt that much closer, the older 70200s cheated and werent really 200mm at their closefocus distances.
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