Nikon Nikkor W 210mm f/5.6 Large Format
Nikon Nikkor W 210mm f/5.6 Large Format
USER REVIEWS
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[May 27, 2003]
Smallman
Expert
Strength:
Compact, reasonably priced, no distortion, large image circle for 4x5, impeccable sharpness and image definition.
Weakness:
None This is one of Nikon's best lenses for 4X5, delivering superb sharpness and contrast in normal pictorial use. Customer Service Not needed Similar Products Used: Nikon 90mmSW, 135mmW, 450mm M. |
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[Apr 11, 2000]
ND Janiszeski
Expert
Model Reviewed:
Nikkor W 210mm f/5.6
Strength:
Excellent image quality. 70 degree coverage stopped down. Nikon view camera lenses have an image quality similar to their 35mm optics. Sharp, good contrast, good edge delineation. This holds true for this lens. It is comparable optically and mechanically to its peers of its generation - the Symmar-S and Sironar-N. If you like the Nikon look and color palette, this is a fine lens. It has a "harder" look than Schneider.
Weakness:
Its not an APO design. Very close, but not APO which will matter if shooting digital. Film performance is excellent. I'm not sure how much longer Nikon will continue to manufacture. Color saturation slightly weaker than Rodenstock (splitting hairs). An excellent lens down to about 1:5 or so. For macro work, a macro lens will outperform it (same for Schneider and Rodenstock). Still very good in close range. A very good value on the used market. I gave it a 4 since I give 5's only to APO performance. Similar Products Used: Schneider, Rodenstock |