Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2006/11/16
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]On Nov 16, 2006, at 5:30 AM, Walt Johnson wrote: > Slobodan > > Years ago, I did the same thing. Enjoyed copying artwork much more > than setting up remotes for shuttle launches. I'm curious as to your > methods since my experience with the 55 Micro Nikkor was fine. I used > tungsten light and film exclusively, after trying several other > procedures. If I had to choose one camera and lens to own, my choice > would be a Nikon with that 55mm. > > Walt > > Slobodan Dimitrov wrote: > >> You can say you're in trouble alright! Got too much quality going on >> there:-) Good work. >> Years ago, I used to shoot artist portfolios. I initially used an M3 >> with a DR 'cron. Later on, to mollify client apprehensions about >> using such old equipment, I started using a Nikon with a 55mm micro >> Nikkor. It didn't even come close to the color fidelity and sharpness >> of the DR. >> >> Slobodan Dimitrov >> My experience with the Micro-Nikkor (x3: compensating, f/3.5 PC, f/2.8) is that it's plenty sharp given appropriate technique but compared with the Leica 60 macro, the Micro-Nikkor's color saturation and flare control isn't as good. Doug Herr Birdman of Sacramento http://www.wildlightphoto.com