| Moderated by: chrisbet, |
|
|
| The New Nikon: AF-S Nikkor 20mm f1.8G EDAny members have user info? | Rate Topic |
| Author | Post |
|---|
| Posted by Graham Whistler: Mon Dec 15th, 2014 14:29 | 1st Post |
| Have any of you used it or seen any reviews? I am quite interested in this for my D810. At present my wide angle is the 14-24 works well but is large and heavy when travelling and with FX camera I rarely need more than 20mm. The new lens would take up much less room and at only 355g is light. What are the results like? Or should I hold onto my old friend?
____________________ Graham Whistler |
| Posted by Gilbert Sandberg: Mon Dec 15th, 2014 15:53 | 2nd Post |
| Graham, I do not own either, but I have handled/used both on occasions. On the recent 20mm 1.8. I cannot see the use of a f 1.8 aperture, 2.8 would be enough for many people. On the other hand, compared to the (famous) 14-24 the 20 1.8 is compact, light and more affordable. Compared to most zoom lenses, distortion should be a lot less. Regards, Gilbert
|
| Posted by jk: Mon Dec 15th, 2014 18:24 | 3rd Post |
| I have a 20mm f2.8 AFD and it is a superb lens for both visible and IR shooting, I also have the 17-35 f2.8 AFS so I think I am well covered. I am sure the new lens has better handling of flare due to the newer coatings but I am very happy with my current lenses.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
| Posted by Graham Whistler: Tue Dec 16th, 2014 11:27 | 4th Post |
| The f1.8 is not an issue for me as most of time when using this sort of lens I will be well stopped down. I need to know how good the lens in in terms of sharpness and distortion.
____________________ Graham Whistler |
| Posted by Gilbert Sandberg: Tue Dec 16th, 2014 13:59 | 5th Post |
| Graham, re: sharpness and distortion. I ahve not seen or done any tests. Onthe basis that this is a new design, with the latest coatings, and not being a budget zoom-lens, it should satisfy the criteria you mention. E.g. remember the distortion reported in the 16-35 f 4 lens of recent years. Regards, Gilbert
|
| Posted by Robert: Tue Dec 16th, 2014 16:01 | 6th Post |
| If in doubt, hire one for a day or so on the understanding if you buy they refund some or all the hire charges. I think Calumet do that, I know Fishwicks of Haydock used to, but sadly they are long gone. I would have though that stopped down the lens should be excellent. I would be amazed if it wasn't. It isn't exactly a difficult focal length to get right, especially for a non zoom.
____________________ Robert. |
| Posted by Graham Whistler: Tue Dec 16th, 2014 18:47 | 7th Post |
| I have found several reviews now on the internet and reports look good for the new lens. I was impressed with how good one review said the flare from strong side or back light is greatly reduced. The 14-24 is very prone to this type of flare and I think the greatly domed front of lens does not help. See attach pix taken a few weeks ago with D810 in strong side light that just caught the side of the lens at 14mm. I was able to spot the flare and retake the shot with my hand keeping sun off the lens. I will try to have a test go with the new lens as the reduced size tempts me a lot! Attachment: Garden0080.jpg (Downloaded 60 times)
____________________ Graham Whistler |
| Posted by Eric: Tue Dec 16th, 2014 20:02 | 8th Post |
Graham Whistler wrote:I have found several reviews now on the internet and reports look good for the new lens. I was impressed with how good one review said the flare from strong side or back light is greatly reduced. I have had many such situations with the14-24...indoors with room setting lights as well as sunlight through windows or outdoors. This flare problem, its weight and the front glass vulnerability (I've scratched mine!) frequently cause me to dispense with it.
____________________ Eric |
| Posted by Graham Whistler: Thu Dec 18th, 2014 05:38 | 9th Post |
| Now with full frame cameras for me 20mm is all I need. I hardly get to use use the 14-24 as it makes my camera bag too heavy. The new 20mm lens fits the bill for me.
____________________ Graham Whistler |
| Posted by Robert: Thu Dec 18th, 2014 07:12 | 10th Post |
| Graham, had you seriously considered the Nikkor 2.8 20mm, it's an outstanding lens with minimal distortion.
____________________ Robert. |
| Posted by jk: Thu Dec 18th, 2014 11:02 | 11th Post |
Robert wrote: Graham, had you seriously considered the Nikkor 2.8 20mm, it's an outstanding lens with minimal distortion. My AFD version of this lens is very very sharp. Current prices for the AFD version are £270ish.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
| Posted by Graham Whistler: Thu Dec 18th, 2014 18:07 | 12th Post |
| Thanks for the help I had a 20mm f2.8 but traded it in with my 14mm when I got the 14-24 f2.8 AF-S perhaps mine was an also ran or an older model I found the Auto Focus poor with my then D2X, and sharpness only came in fully at f8. I have now seen some good results from the new f1.8 20mm and have spoken to a friend who has one so I have now put in my order.
____________________ Graham Whistler |
| Posted by jk: Fri Dec 19th, 2014 08:27 | 13th Post |
| Enjoy Graham. A nice Christmas present.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
| Posted by Graham Whistler: Tue Dec 23rd, 2014 11:56 | 14th Post |
| Lens arrive today light very poor but here is first image. Nikon 810 400 ISO 1/125 at f2.8. No distortion or colour fringing looks very sharp. Auto focus is very quick. Attachment: New 20mm Lens 165.jpg (Downloaded 36 times)
____________________ Graham Whistler |
| Posted by Gilbert Sandberg: Tue Dec 23rd, 2014 15:17 | 15th Post |
| Grahsm, Glad you like it re: focus speed. Consider that (as with most wide-angles) there is only a very small mass of glass to move during AF operation. Compare that ea. to the latest 50 1.4 and 85 1.4 lenses, they are are labeled AF-S, but AF can feel slow due to the mass being moved. Regards etc. Gilbert.
|
| Posted by Graham Whistler: Wed Dec 24th, 2014 05:20 | 16th Post |
| The compact size and just over 300g weight means you hardly notice it in the camera bag compared with the 14-24! Also since FX I find for my w/a needs 20mm is all I use!
____________________ Graham Whistler |
| Posted by amazing50: Wed Dec 24th, 2014 11:05 | 17th Post |
| Took a shot with my Sigma 12-24 at 20mm to compare. Distortion, twisting vertical lines inward. Your Nikkor 20mm f1.8G ED pix shows good edge verticals.
____________________ There is nothing worse than a sharp image of a fuzzy concept ;~) Mike Grace |
| Posted by jk: Wed Dec 24th, 2014 17:52 | 18th Post |
| Mike, I also have the Sigma 12-24mm but since it is a FF lens that 12mm is very very wide (and a little soft at the edges) but nice to have for those rare occasions.
____________________ Still learning after all these years! https://nikondslr.uk/gallery_view.php?user=2&folderid=none |
| Posted by Graham Whistler: Thu Dec 25th, 2014 06:03 | 19th Post |
| Happpy Christmas All!
____________________ Graham Whistler |
| Posted by amazing50: Sat Dec 27th, 2014 09:56 | 20th Post |
| We had a Green Christmas in Southern Ontario this year, not a flake of snow. Without 20 to 30 cm of snow there little outdoor recreation available for the holidays;~(
____________________ There is nothing worse than a sharp image of a fuzzy concept ;~) Mike Grace |
| This is topic ID = 1141 | ||
| Nikon DSLR Forums > Camera and Lens Forums > Lenses > The New Nikon: AF-S Nikkor 20mm f1.8G ED | Top | |
Users viewing this topic |
||
Current theme is Blue
| A small amount of member data is captured and held in an attempt to reduce spammers and to manage users. This site also uses cookies to ensure ease of use. In order to comply with new DPR regulations you are required to agree/disagree with this process. If you do not agree then please email the Admins using info@nikondsl.uk Thank you. |
Hosted by Octarine Services
UltraBB 1.173 Copyright © 2008-2024 Data 1 Systems
Page processed in 0.0491 seconds (68% database + 32% PHP). 132 queries executed.
UltraBB 1.173 Copyright © 2008-2024 Data 1 Systems
Page processed in 0.0491 seconds (68% database + 32% PHP). 132 queries executed.