50mm f/1.8 Lens War Thread

Sorry for the delay in posting some pics from the Nikon 50mm 1.8 .... I got a few yesterday

#1 is a suncatcher at a friends house Aperature Priority - F/1.8 - 1/2500 - ISO 200 - no flash - hand held

#2 is cars in motion Manual mode - F/16 - 13sec - ISO 200 - no flash - tripod

#3 is the Milwaukee Art Museum - Manual mode - F/16 - 15 sec - ISO 200 - no flash - tripod

#4 is another angle of the Art Museum - Manual mode - F/16 - 25 sec - ISO 200 - no flash - tripod




http://www.quast-family.com/albums/m...suncatcher.jpg

http://www.quast-family.com/albums/milwaukee/cars.jpg

http://www.quast-family.com/albums/m...artmuseum1.jpg

http://www.quast-family.com/albums/m...artmuseum2.jpg

I was playing around with it the other night at work ... took these shots ..

shots 1 - 4 were all taken the same way just changed aperature - camera was setting on a machine - remote to take shots - aperature priority - no flash (the 4 of the chain were just resized and posted no other pp done to them)

#1 - chain @ F5.6 - 1/6 sec - ISO 200

#2 - chain @ F4 - 1/13 sec - ISO 200

#3 - chain @ F2.8 - 1/25 sec - ISO 200

#4 - chain @ F1.8 - 1/50 sec - ISO 200

I took these pics to see the DOF of the lens ... and had alot of time to spare at work that night ...

#5 - is a quarter - Aperature Priority - F/1.8 - 1/100 sec - No flash - ISO 200 - hand held (1 handed - other hand was holding a piece of paper to provide some fill lighting)

http://www.quast-family.com/albums/work/chain5_6.jpg

http://www.quast-family.com/albums/work/chain4.jpg

http://www.quast-family.com/albums/work/chain2_8.jpg

http://www.quast-family.com/albums/work/chain1_8.jpg

http://www.quast-family.com/albums/work/coin.jpg

I guess I will have some catching up to do. I ordered the 50mm 1.8 yesterday with my Christmas $$. It will be here later this week. if the thread is still alive, I'll post some pics.

Love the hedgehog!

Hey! Love those ones of the art museum! I've been meaning to make a trip over there.

Regarding the plastic vs metal....the thing is $60. If you break it, buy a new one. I spend more on a pair of shoes that I wear 1 or 2 times a year.

Here's one I took back in April.

Window light only, F/3.2, SS 1/80, ISO 400

Great photos everyone, love the portraits and night shots.

Ok, I have a few now. All at f1.8. Not a great idea.

1. Some family members- very bad focus
2. The official mirowave fudge maker trying to recall if he has purchased all the ingredients he needs.
3.Him again making certain that the mix is ready to microwave.
4. The finishing touch.

I left one out.
From the floor.

Ben, great shots of the museum! Don't care much for the border, but the shots are great. Nice work on showing the differences in aperature also.

I really like the dof of this lens, and I also like how under natural light colors are rendered much more accurately than my other lenses.

Alison, another cute shot of your daughter! You are the portrait queen. :)

mdmc, I'm trying hard to get a good shot of my dogs too. Haven't quite got the one I want yet but I'm still working on it.

Hope to see more images!

Adina thanks for the comments ... I been wanting to get up there and take some shots of it just finally got up there ... need a night without fog now and do it again ...


Ya I am not keen on the frames i used either .. just was pressed for time and put them on ... the vertical one isn't as bad as the horizontal one ...

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Originally Posted by schrackman

Alison, another cute shot of your daughter! You are the portrait queen. :)

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Thank you shrackman you are far too kind.
I have alot of willing subjects to help me get plenty of practise.
Now if I could only get some customers...it might help me buy that Canon EF 70-200mm F2.8 L USM IS that I'm after :thumbsup:

Here are a few more.

Taken around the golden hour. F/1.8, ISO 100, SS 1/400
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...55-01_i_bw.jpg

I just want to show the verstaility of this lens. I know a wide angle would probably have been better for firework shots, but my 50mm 1.8, as far as I was concerned, was the best lens I had at the time.
And, thanks to the firework tips here, http://forums.photographyreview.com/...ad.php?t=22388 I thought I got some pretty good shots. So, thank you to Sebastian and all the other members who contributed to that thread.

F/14.0, SS bulb, ISO 100, handheld
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...MG_7859-01.jpg

Taken on an overcast day, F/2.2, SS 1/1000, ISO 100, added some colour pop
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...ta_colour2.jpg

Indoors, window light only, F/5.6, SS 1/80, ISO 400
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...-01_bw_640.jpg

I'm suprised I got anything at all here. Backlighting and action?...not the easiest of shooting conditions. I'm so pleased it turned out.

SS 1/1250, F/2.8, ISO 100, Flash with diffuser fired
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...MG_6892-01.jpg

This Lemur came out of it's enclosure and sat on a fence near us. I was so excited to get this shot.
Taken on an overcast day, F/9.0, SS 1/80, ISO 400
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...MG_6145_rs.jpg

I should stop. I'm taking over this thread lol. It's just that I have sooooo many GREAT shots taken with this lens!

alison that shot with your girls on the ride is just great !!!

Hey Alison - you know I love all those shots!!! You are the one who convinced me to get this lens. I just hope one day to make you proud!!!

Saw this http://www.lenshoods.co.uk/hoods/Can...m-f-1.8-II.php and thought of you :D
OK, Samurai too: http://www.lenshoods.co.uk/hoods/Nik...mm-f-1.4-D.php

Well a long time ago I said I'd post some photos from the 50mm F1.4 FD lens I have.

The film has been in the camera for 18 months, and probably been in the fridge for a similar amount of time. surprised anything came out. Its a Cheap Fuji ASA 200 film shot on a Canon AE1

Sent for processing to the cheapest place found and put on CD by them so quality is not great. That's all the excuses I have.

Very sunny day and no filters.

First shot at F1.8
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Second shot at F11/16
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Third shot at F1.4 1/1000 sec couldn't go any faster.
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Roger

Here are a couple of the first test shots I took when I got my 50mm f/1.8. I love this lens. :thumbsup:

http://gallery.photographyreview.com...0/CRW_9939.jpg

http://gallery.photographyreview.com...0/CRW_9957.jpg

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Originally Posted by readingr

Well a long time ago I said I'd post some photos from the 50mm F1.4 FD lens I have.

The film has been in the camera for 18 months, and probably been in the fridge for a similar amount of time. surprised anything came out. Its a Cheap Fuji ASA 200 film shot on a Canon AE1

Sent for processing to the cheapest place found and put on CD by them so quality is not great. That's all the excuses I have.

Very sunny day and no filters.

First shot at F1.8

Second shot at F11/16

Third shot at F1.4 1/1000 sec couldn't go any faster.

Roger

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I love the dof on that lens, but I think your film has left a rather reddish cast on the images. Still, not too shabby I say. Perhaps you can shoot a roll of 24 exp. slide film. I'm betting you'll get some great images that way.

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Originally Posted by mjs1973

Here are a couple of the first test shots I took when I got my 50mm f/1.8. I love this lens. :thumbsup:

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Nice! I almost didn't see that butterfly in the flower, but a second look caught it. I like the sign too, but what does it say? All I can read is "PENDAR...."

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Originally Posted by schrackman

Nice! I almost didn't see that butterfly in the flower, but a second look caught it. I like the sign too, but what does it say? All I can read is "PENDAR...."

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Thanks Ray. I never noticed that bug on that flower before, thanks for pointing it out!!! After blowing up the original, I can see it much better, but I can't identify it...

The sign is actually the back rest on an old wooden bench. It says PENDARVIS. Pendarvis is a Wisconsin State Historical site located a few blocks from where I live.

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Originally Posted by schrackman

Okay, this is just for fun...NOT a real war. Don't go crazy on me. I'd just like to see some new pictures from everyone (yes, including you Nikonians) who received a 50mm f/1.8 lens for Christmas this year. I'll start out with a couple of snaps taken at Ruby's Diner this afternoon and will probably add more later as others contribute. I probably could have composed these a little better, but I'm still in the experimental stage with this lens. :)

Oh, settings were as follows:

#1 - f/1.8, 1/60th, +1/3 EV, ISO 400
#2 - f/1.8, 1/100th, ISO 400

Both photos utilized natural light and slight adjustments in PS.

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That portrait is gorgeous indeed! I need to pick one of these 50mm lens.

Dave

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Originally Posted by schrackman

I love the dof on that lens, but I think your film has left a rather reddish cast on the images. Still, not too shabby I say. Perhaps you can shoot a roll of 24 exp. slide film. I'm betting you'll get some great images that way.

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I think its age of the film and not a good quality film either - from memory it was given to me for free after processing another film.

I have one more film which I just put in the camera and then I'll get some decent stuff to shoot with.

Roger

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Originally Posted by readingr

I think its age of the film and not a good quality film either - from memory it was given to me for free after processing another film.

I have one more film which I just put in the camera and then I'll get some decent stuff to shoot with.

Roger

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I would agree. 18 months in the camera is a long time, especially for cheap film, LOL. I'm beginning to worry about a roll of Kodak Elite 100 slide film I've had in my Canonet for the past two months. It's seen some heat and some cold. Since I have a 40mm f/1.7 lens on the Canonet, I think I'll finish shooting the rest of the roll at f/1.8 and above just to see how it comes out and compares to my 50mm even though they're different focal lengths.

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Originally Posted by mjs1973

Thanks Ray. I never noticed that bug on that flower before, thanks for pointing it out!!! After blowing up the original, I can see it much better, but I can't identify it...

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lol, glad to have helped! I'm not that good at identifying butterflies either. Kinda hard to tell anyway with the photo the size that it is.

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The sign is actually the back rest on an old wooden bench. It says PENDARVIS. Pendarvis is a Wisconsin State Historical site located a few blocks from where I live.

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Very cool! Learn something new every day!

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Originally Posted by DaveLC2

That portrait is gorgeous indeed! I need to pick one of these 50mm lens.

Dave

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Thank you, Dave! Yes, for the price you can't beat this little piece of equipment. Now I don't know what I'd do without this lens. :p

Here's one I took yesterday. Just in my lounge, so no set up. My cream wall behind my oldest daughter, Samantha.
P mode, ISO 400, f/5.6, SS 1/60, bounced flash

http://gallery.photographyreview.com...colour_640.jpg

nice thread..
Untouched with a Nikon D70 and a manual NIKKOR 50mm AI @ A.1.4 - 200iso
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c4...DSC_0353-1.jpg
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c4...DSC_0386-1.jpg
untouched with a 35mm Nikon N2000 and same NIKKOR 50mm @ 1.4 - 400iso (CVS development [sorry])
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c4...ker/24_20A.jpg

So I finally got around to buying one of these plastic do-hickies two nights ago. The first one is my test shot with a "known subject" that I took right after I got back from the store (ahem, please excuse the weird comp and lighting).

The second one from this morning.

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Originally Posted by Loupey

So I finally got around to buying one of these plastic do-hickies two nights ago.

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It's about time!!! Awesome lens isn't it Loupey?! LOL
Great shots by the way.

Still LOVIN' mine :thumbsup:

http://gallery.photographyreview.com...3755-01_bw.jpg

http://gallery.photographyreview.com...MG_9225-01.jpg

Here's another I took today.

Window light only. Manual Mode. f/3.2, SS 1/60, ISO 400

My contribution. This was taken at a recent wedding I did. The cake, a white choc mud cake was taken at 1.8, 1/60th, 400ISO

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/129/3...74d64cab4e.jpg


This was the offerings to the bride. They are dangly things that guests give her to hang around her arm after the ceremony for luck. Beatiful arent they?

ISO 200, 1.8, 1/250th
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/145/3...14b5930f31.jpg

Ok couldnt resist... I have more :D

Taken at 200ISO, 1.8, and ?? I think was 1/125th but cant remember.
http://www.nikonians-images.com/gall...2606600-50.jpg


This one was taken too long ago and I cant remember details

http://www.nikonians-images.com/gall...change-med.jpg

I have so many, I'd better stop here lol

NOone representing the KM 50 1.7 yet? KM doesn't make a 1.8. Here's one at 2.8, just testing my lights.

Love this thread...just shows you don't need 4 figure lenses to take nice shots. I've had my Canon Lens EF 50mm 1:1.8 II for years and it has served me well. I convinced two photog newbies last year into buying one and they enjoy it.

This shot was taken yesterday at San Pedro (as is w/o PS adjustments):

Camera Model Name: Canon EOS 30D
Shooting Date/Time: 1/13/2007 17:03:19
Tv(Shutter Speed): 1/500Sec.
Av(Aperture Value): F6.3
Metering Modes: Evaluative metering
ISO Speed: 100
Lens: EF50mm f/1.8
Focal Length: 50.0 mm

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Originally Posted by WsW-WYATT-EARP

alison that shot with your girls on the ride is just great !!!

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Sorry, a bit late getting back to you on this one.
Thank you very much. I'm so happy that shot turned out. Really wierd to be honest because I never got one clear shot of my 7 year old on a slow carousel!!! lmao

Here's another from me...

Window light only, ISO 400, f/3.2, SS 1/60

A couple from last night. These are some of the outdoor cats that live in the basement.

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c1...13/TheCats.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c1...ey13/mouse.jpg

Window light only
Manual Mode, ISO 200, f/3.2, SS 1/100
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...0-01_ab_bw.jpg

another minolta lens, and I think the 1st picture that I post...

This is with a D70 and a NIKON 50mm AI @1.4 << Im cheating a bit here..:p
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c4...DSC_0630-1.jpg

I got mine two weeks ago. It's sharpest at f/2.8 but very acceptable throughout. Plastic lens mount is ok for anyone but a daily user. MF ring is a bit of a joke. Very light, helps reduce camera shake. Probably the sharpest lens for the money for a Canon anyway.:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by trexuphigh

Plastic lens mount is ok for anyone but a daily user.

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LOL I use mine EVERY day and wouldn't be without it. It very rarely leaves my camera.
It's an awesome portrait lens. :D

Here's another I took today.

Window light only. ISO 400, f/3.5, SS 1/25, hand held
http://gallery.photographyreview.com...9426-01_bw.jpg

I have one now for my F80 :D:D:D

Just need to get photos, this weekend I'll bring it along.