WTB: Nikon 200mm M f/8

[Rod]

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone has one of these in very good condition that they are desperate to part with?

I'm thinking of using it not just as a lightweight normal lens, but also as a "long" 5x4 macro lens for plant photography. I do already have a 120mm macro lens, but on many occasions it's almost impossible to position the camera because it's too close to the subject - or I'm nearly underground . I'll use it with a "top hat" and extension back on my Ebony 45S so I'll have enough bellows extension for 1:1, just. I'd consider a longer true macro lens if it weren't for the cost!

Any thoughts or ideas much appreciated.

Regards,

Rod.

[Thingy]

They're like gold dust Rod. I'm hoping Jenny eventually sells me hers, but I'm no.2 on the waiting list!

[Rod]

They're like gold dust......

Hi,
Thanks for the good news! I knew they were not that common, but didn't realise they'd achieved cult status. I've more or less given up trying to find one and decided to go for a 210mm G-Claron instead. However, these are f/9 and as I'll probably use it more for macro than anything else I'm now thinking it may not be bright enough to focus easily at 1:1. Firstly, I guess I should try using my existing Rodenstock 210mm set at f/9 to see how easy that is to focus at 1:1. But then I seem to be getting some promising preliminary results from using the Rodenstock as a macro lens anyway, so perhaps I'll just stick with this.
I used to be indecisive, but now I'm not so sure .
Regards,
Rod.

[dave_whatever]

I bet the difference in brightness between 200/8 and 210/9 is negligable on the glass. Its only a third of a stop, difference in length notwithstanding.

[Rod]

I bet the difference in brightness between 200/8 and 210/9 is negligable on the glass. Its only a third of a stop, difference in length notwithstanding.

Thanks Dave,
My fault for confusing the issue . I really meant the difference between the Rodenstock 210mm f/5.6 I'm using at present and either an f/8 or f/9 alternative. Having had a quick look today, focusing at 1:1 stopped down to f/9 isn't really a problem if the light's OK. Trouble is, I find the most difficult aspect of outdoor macro photography is the wind and waiting for it to stop - usually first thing in the morning or late evening when the light's fading .
Regards,
Rod.

[acs]

Have to pass on this so best someone here gets the chance...

http://www.keh.com/camera/Large-Format- ... 1527N?r=FE

[Rod]

Have to pass on this so best someone here gets the chance...

http://www.keh.com/camera/Large-Format- ... 1527N?r=FE

Hi Andrew,

Thanks for the info. I saw this advertised last Sunday and was seriously considering it, but have now decided not to go for it. With carriage and duty/taxes it works out at ~£425, the price of a new 210mm G-Claron, so if I decide to buy a lens I'll probably go for the latter.

I'm sure "Thingy" will be interested in this gold dust though

Regards,

Rod.

[Thingy]

Have to pass on this so best someone here gets the chance...

http://www.keh.com/camera/Large-Format- ... 1527N?r=FE

Hi Andrew,

Thanks for the info. I saw this advertised last Sunday and was seriously considering it, but have now decided not to go for it. With carriage and duty/taxes it works out at ~£425, the price of a new 210mm G-Claron, so if I decide to buy a lens I'll probably go for the latter.

I'm sure "Thingy" will be interested in this gold dust though

Regards,

Rod.

Oooooo.... how tempting.... however I am still recovering from buying a Cooke earlier this year

If you are interested in macrophotography I can recommend Schneider's very small & lightweight (mounted in a Copal 0 shutter) 120mm/f5.6 Makro Symmar HM, which is exceptionally sharp, and easier to obtain than the equally excellent Nikkor macro lens. I bought mine secondhand from Robert White. If interested in a secondhand lens I should contact them directly rather than simply look at their secondhand sales on their website. The one I bought wasn't advertised on the website! I use it in conjunction with a Maxwell HI-LUX Ultra Brilliant Matte 4.7 focussing screen, which makes focussing MUCH easier!

120mm/f5.6 Makro Symmar HM
details: http://www.robertwhite.co.uk/product.as ... &PT_ID=370
specifications: http://www.schneiderkreuznach.com/pdf/foto/sr_ma.pdf

Maxwell focussing screens

Bill Maxwell
Maxwell Precision Optics
PO Box 33146
Decatur GA 30033-0146 USA

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E-mail: maxwellprecisionoptics@toast.net

[Rod]

If you are interested in macrophotography I can recommend Schneider's very small & lightweight (mounted in a Copal 0 shutter) 120mm/f5.6 Makro Symmar HM, which is exceptionally sharp, and easier to obtain than the equally excellent Nikkor macro lens. I bought mine secondhand from Robert White. If interested in a secondhand lens I should contact them directly rather than simply look at their secondhand sales on their website. The one I bought wasn't advertised on the website! I use it in conjunction with a Maxwell HI-LUX Ultra Brilliant Matte 4.7 focussing screen, which makes focussing MUCH easier!

Hi Thingy (Guess you must have another name ),

Many thanks for the recommendations. I do already have a 120mm Rodenstock Macro-Sironar and a Maxwell HI-LUX focussing screen, but am perverse enough to want a lightweight 210mm macro-style lens, so that I can photograph plants/flowers at around 1:1 or larger without sitting inside the flower . There's obviously the dedicated 180mm macro lenses from Schneider and Rodenstock, but these are too heavy/expensive. I always try to make life as difficult as possible for myself .

Regards,

Rod.

[acs]

I remember a few people were after one of these... Another Nikkor 200 for sale on Large Format Photography ($500) http://www.largeformatphotography.info/ ... hp?t=70444

(No connection to seller)

[Rod]

Hi Andrew,

Many thanks for the link. My apologies that I haven't said in this thread that I have indeed obtained a Nikkor 200mm, and from a member of our forum - David Evans. As with the other items I've got from David, it is in superb condition.

I still can't quite believe how small and light this lens is. It's also very easy to view/focus - all my other other lenses are f/5.6 so I was a bit concerned about this, but it's absolutely no problem. I've now used the lens a couple of times and the trannies look really good under the loupe .

Initially I was wanting a 200mm lens mainly to use around the home/garden as a macro lens, but this is definitely one for the backpack .

Thnaks again David for a great lens.

Regards,

Rod.

[acs]

...I have indeed obtained a Nikkor 200mm, and from a member of our forum - David Evans. As with the other items I've got from David, it is in superb condition.

No problem and glad to hear you found a nice one. I have the impression a few people were looking so maybe someone else will be be tempted

Andrew

[David Evans]

Hi Andrew,

Many thanks for the link. My apologies that I haven't said in this thread that I have indeed obtained a Nikkor 200mm, and from a member of our forum - David Evans. As with the other items I've got from David, it is in superb condition.

I still can't quite believe how small and light this lens is. It's also very easy to view/focus - all my other other lenses are f/5.6 so I was a bit concerned about this, but it's absolutely no problem. I've now used the lens a couple of times and the trannies look really good under the loupe .

Initially I was wanting a 200mm lens mainly to use around the home/garden as a macro lens, but this is definitely one for the backpack .

Thnaks again David for a great lens.

Regards,

Rod.

A pleasure Rod, and Happy New Year to you, and to everyone else on the forum.