Nikon 500mm f/8.0 Reflex Nikkor AI-S 35mm Primes

Nikon 500mm f/8.0 Reflex Nikkor AI-S 35mm Primes 

DESCRIPTION

  • Manual focus
  • High quality 10X lens for sports and nature photography
  • Mirror design eliminates chromatic aberrations for outstanding picture quality
  • Compact and lightweight
  • Min focus: 3.5 ft.

  • USER REVIEWS

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    [Dec 17, 2004]
    Frank N Stein
    Intermediate

    Strength:

    Sharp optics. Portable. A great "gotcha" lens.

    Weakness:

    Sometimes the ring blur is a bit distracting. Sometimes F8 just isn't fast enough for handheld shots.

    I originally purchased this lens for film, and I loved it then. I now mount it on my D70 and love it even more because I now have the power to correct exposure mistakes. I set the D70 on M, keep the shutter speed at least 250, and then make any exposure corrections later on a PC. I generally hand-hold, using structure for support when available. A tripod would be better, but one of the reasons why I like this lens is for it's portability. This has become my favorite lens.

    Customer Service

    Not yet required.

    OVERALL
    RATING
    5
    VALUE
    RATING
    5
    [Nov 14, 2004]
    johanluiten
    Intermediate

    Strength:

    size it is 500mm

    Weakness:

    use a good tripod!!

    Very good lens. can focus down to 2.5 yards. I have never have made pictures without tripod. And I believe no one can. I love it, and the size is great !!!!!!!!!!!

    Customer Service

    never used it

    OVERALL
    RATING
    4
    VALUE
    RATING
    5
    [Oct 04, 2002]
    Andy
    Professional

    Strength:

    Light weight, Sharp. Low cost in comparison to the 500 F4 or 600 F4

    Weakness:

    Slow but hey it is a mirror lens

    This is a terrific longish tele lens if you do not mind the f 8 constant setting. Use it to shoot motorsports and have gotten terrific results.

    Customer Service

    Not needed

    Similar Products Used:

    500 F4 600 F4

    OVERALL
    RATING
    4
    VALUE
    RATING
    5
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