I enjoyed the multi take opening and I laughed out loud when you were describing your location and put all of the Mathematic equations on the screen. You got some nice shots and I especially liked the portraits of your new buddy. That’s a really nice camera and lens combo.
Yeah, it didn’t occur to me until I was editing that I had rambled on so long about it🤪 Thanks Phil, I have been really busy today and have not had much time to watch my fav’s yet, but as soon As I catch a break, I will go see what you and Adrian have posted today. 👍📸
Great video David. Oh man I love that lens. There is just something about those images you got with it that are really beautiful. A refreshing look at the photos taken with a vintage lens. Really cool. Thanks for sharing the video 🙏
It is a crazy good lens, and for pennies too. Now I need to get over to your channel and see what you uploaded. 😬👍📸 Thank you Adrian I really appreciate it.
Been lov’n my D810 for two years. I’ve also been using vintage glass for about 5yrs. Ais lenses 50, 105, 135mm produce some of the best photos I’ve ever taken! Love your videos!
I love mirrorless cameras. Because they make (even better) cameras like the Nikon D810 affordable on the used market. Nikon -- so much fun due to their commitment to F-mount from 1958 to present day. Millions of lenses on the used market. Many incredible values.
Yes. So true. That is one of the reasons I went with Nikon originally. I have expanded my brand recognition a little since then, but still fall back on my vintage Nikon glass pretty regularly. 👍😂📸
I also love my D810. David I'm with you, I use that top screen all the time. That lens was pretty dang impressive for sure. Good content as always man👍.
It is a wonderful camera AND can be had now a days for a song! I couldn’t believe how cheap they were for what you get. Thank you so much, I really appreciate it. 👍📸
I agree. It is a phenomenal camera and now it is also at an amazing price point too. Crazy times we live in. I paid 4 times the current going price and was very happy to get it at that price. People just don’t know…
Wow what a coincidence! I just got this exact same lens just yesterday. I'm glad you did like it and those pics were actually great. Awesome work their David.
Great video David. I'll have to give that lens a shot on my Nikon film cameras and adapt it to my Fujifilm cameras as well. And who knows maybe a D810 is in my future as well.
Maybe it's just me, but I really liked when you narrated through some of your shots. It makes it more interesting kinda knowing what you were going for while the shot is being shown. I'd love to see more of that!
Thank you Greg, this is good feedback that I appreciate. I didn’t do it much in the past as I figured people didn’t want to listen to my ramblings that much. Thank you again. 👍📸
@@davidsaylors Whether you know it or not, it's your "ramblings" that sets you apart from most of the other photography related channels here on TH-cam. I'm sure that everyone else who is subscribed to your channel would agree! So keep it up - talk about those shots when you think it'll add some flavor!
Thank you Greg, I really appreciate it. That makes sense when I hear you say it, but when I would think it, for some reason, it just sounded like I was wasting everyone’s time. I really need to start sharing things like this. Thank. 👍📸
Nice review! I used to own this lens long ago, with the Nikon FE and FE2. The focus indicator dot in the viewfinder to find the exact focus is the equivalent of the split-center and microprism the analog cameras used to have on the focusing screen. Both FE and FE2 had a changeable focusing screen, including one wth cross-hairs. Although I use autofocus all the time now, I don’t think focusing was really a problem 40 years ago, except maybe doing sports and some nature photography with objects that wanted to get out of focus as quick as possible! That said, I always found it strange that the focus indicator dot that you mentioned only appeared in the viewfinder, not on the LCD on top, nor on the color screen on the back! It would have caused a minor adjustment to add such a feature. I used my D90 (which is still one the best cameras in terms of ergonomics) on a reprostand, and then the manual focusing is awkward using the see-through viewfinder.
You will get partial exif data. Since the lens isn’t chipped, the camera doesn’t know what lens it is unless you remember to enter it into the non-cpu lens data. If you do that, it will record exif data for this lens. 👍📸
Stopped what I was doing to watch. Thanks for sharing your appreciation of these super well-made, older lenses. I’d love to hear from some of the engineers about how they designed these. Great graphic when you were figuring out where you were.
😂 yeah, I went all the way down that rabbit hole! I started to just cut it out but then thought of the meme and decided to leave it in as a little humor. Thank you Jim. 👍📸
Sometimes you just need to let people look behind the curtain.🤪🤷🏻♂️ I just could NOT get that into right! I normally don’t bother saving these failed attempts, but this time it was so bad, it just seemed like I should include it. I’m glad you got s chuckle out of it. 😬👍📸
I love the top screen too. Relying on live view or settings can develop poor camera tecnique. Live view is good for shooting low if the screen can flip, but i see a lot of new photogs relying on live view and complaining about the weight of their cameras on forums. I'm glad to have a D700 and take better photos than someone I know with a modern Sony mirrorless. The OVF is horrible on the Sony too. It feels like a camcorder and the blackout is pathetic.
Love the EVF on my machines but yeah, I cant run the back screen all the time either. I will use it occasionally but I am still a died in the wool viewfinder guy…
I enjoyed the multi take opening and I laughed out loud when you were describing your location and put all of the Mathematic equations on the screen. You got some nice shots and I especially liked the portraits of your new buddy. That’s a really nice camera and lens combo.
Yeah, it didn’t occur to me until I was editing that I had rambled on so long about it🤪 Thanks Phil, I have been really busy today and have not had much time to watch my fav’s yet, but as soon As I catch a break, I will go see what you and Adrian have posted today. 👍📸
Great video David. Oh man I love that lens. There is just something about those images you got with it that are really beautiful. A refreshing look at the photos taken with a vintage lens. Really cool. Thanks for sharing the video 🙏
It is a crazy good lens, and for pennies too. Now I need to get over to your channel and see what you uploaded. 😬👍📸 Thank you Adrian I really appreciate it.
Been lov’n my D810 for two years. I’ve also been using vintage glass for about 5yrs. Ais lenses 50, 105, 135mm produce some of the best photos I’ve ever taken! Love your videos!
All those are awesome lenses! Really nice System you have put together there!!! Well done. Thank you!📸👍
I love mirrorless cameras. Because they make (even better) cameras like the Nikon D810 affordable on the used market. Nikon -- so much fun due to their commitment to F-mount from 1958 to present day. Millions of lenses on the used market. Many incredible values.
Yes. So true. That is one of the reasons I went with Nikon originally. I have expanded my brand recognition a little since then, but still fall back on my vintage Nikon glass pretty regularly. 👍😂📸
I also love my D810. David I'm with you, I use that top screen all the time. That lens was pretty dang impressive for sure. Good content as always man👍.
It is a wonderful camera AND can be had now a days for a song! I couldn’t believe how cheap they were for what you get. Thank you so much, I really appreciate it. 👍📸
Another nice vlog David. Those colors are always pretty pleasing coming out of that d810.
I agree. It is a phenomenal camera and now it is also at an amazing price point too. Crazy times we live in. I paid 4 times the current going price and was very happy to get it at that price. People just don’t know…
Wow what a coincidence! I just got this exact same lens just yesterday. I'm glad you did like it and those pics were actually great. Awesome work their David.
That is awesome! If you love manual glass, you are going to really love this one! Congrats on landing one!!! 👍📸
I find it genuinely impressive that you didn't swear instantly when the chap laughed in take 3 :)
😂 Thank you, I really was starting to get a little frustrated… I have to keep it together though😉👍📸
Impressive lens! Thank you for sharing this video.
Thank you!!! I really appreciate it.
Great video David. I'll have to give that lens a shot on my Nikon film cameras and adapt it to my Fujifilm cameras as well. And who knows maybe a D810 is in my future as well.
I am confident that is your into vintage glass that you will love this little lens. Thank you for stopping by! I really appreciate it. 📸👍😉
I’ll buy mine tomorrow, thanks. Good video👍🏽👍🏽
Another great video. Thanks for the content.
Thank you Paul, I really appreciate it. 👍📸
Maybe it's just me, but I really liked when you narrated through some of your shots. It makes it more interesting kinda knowing what you were going for while the shot is being shown. I'd love to see more of that!
Thank you Greg, this is good feedback that I appreciate. I didn’t do it much in the past as I figured people didn’t want to listen to my ramblings that much. Thank you again. 👍📸
@@davidsaylors Whether you know it or not, it's your "ramblings" that sets you apart from most of the other photography related channels here on TH-cam. I'm sure that everyone else who is subscribed to your channel would agree! So keep it up - talk about those shots when you think it'll add some flavor!
Thank you Greg, I really appreciate it. That makes sense when I hear you say it, but when I would think it, for some reason, it just sounded like I was wasting everyone’s time. I really need to start sharing things like this. Thank. 👍📸
Nice review! I used to own this lens long ago, with the Nikon FE and FE2. The focus indicator dot in the viewfinder to find the exact focus is the equivalent of the split-center and microprism the analog cameras used to have on the focusing screen. Both FE and FE2 had a changeable focusing screen, including one wth cross-hairs. Although I use autofocus all the time now, I don’t think focusing was really a problem 40 years ago, except maybe doing sports and some nature photography with objects that wanted to get out of focus as quick as possible!
That said, I always found it strange that the focus indicator dot that you mentioned only appeared in the viewfinder, not on the LCD on top, nor on the color screen on the back! It would have caused a minor adjustment to add such a feature. I used my D90 (which is still one the best cameras in terms of ergonomics) on a reprostand, and then the manual focusing is awkward using the see-through viewfinder.
David
Such a small 85mm lens half half size of most 85mm lenses. Looks like it takes great photos.
Good morning! Yes it is. It is an amazing little lens. Totally need to have this in the inventory of vintage glass. 👍📸
I’ve gotten so lazy now that I use the Z50, picked up my D500 and wondered how I carried that everywhere.
I feel ya George! The ease of use of a mirrorless camera makes it too easy sometimes. 😬 But it is also handy. Thank you. 👍📸
Glad to see you out with the D810..looks like a solid lens..I haven't seen you take your hat off and hit the video camera in a long time 👍👍
Thanks Bassangler! Yeah, the D810 needed some attention for sure. It has set so long that it was like a new camera again. Thank you again.
@@davidsaylors kinda of like engines ; there is no replacement for displacement and for cameras there is no replacement for an OVF and a mirror 😂😂
Those flappy mirrors!!! 🤪🤷🏻♂️📸
@@davidsaylors gotta love 'em 😁
Nice video
Thank you. I appreciate it. 👍📸
Seems a great lens. From what you're saying i guess you don't get exifs on a Z6 ?
You will get partial exif data. Since the lens isn’t chipped, the camera doesn’t know what lens it is unless you remember to enter it into the non-cpu lens data. If you do that, it will record exif data for this lens. 👍📸
Stopped what I was doing to watch. Thanks for sharing your appreciation of these super well-made, older lenses. I’d love to hear from some of the engineers about how they designed these. Great graphic when you were figuring out where you were.
😂 yeah, I went all the way down that rabbit hole! I started to just cut it out but then thought of the meme and decided to leave it in as a little humor. Thank you Jim. 👍📸
It's size is the reason I'm looking at it for my FM3a body. I can keep my AF-D 85mm on my D700.
Holy cow..stand up comedian and great photographer..lol..take 1, 2, 3, 4....etc. 😃 😀 😄 😁 🤣 😂 😃
Sometimes you just need to let people look behind the curtain.🤪🤷🏻♂️ I just could NOT get that into right! I normally don’t bother saving these failed attempts, but this time it was so bad, it just seemed like I should include it. I’m glad you got s chuckle out of it. 😬👍📸
I love the top screen too. Relying on live view or settings can develop poor camera tecnique. Live view is good for shooting low if the screen can flip, but i see a lot of new photogs relying on live view and complaining about the weight of their cameras on forums. I'm glad to have a D700 and take better photos than someone I know with a modern Sony mirrorless. The OVF is horrible on the Sony too. It feels like a camcorder and the blackout is pathetic.
Love the EVF on my machines but yeah, I cant run the back screen all the time either. I will use it occasionally but I am still a died in the wool viewfinder guy…
take 6. LOL. nice review.
That whole intro was hilarious! I just could not get it right!!!
LMAO
I was struggling that day... LOL :D
I switched off after the retakes
Glad to know it.
I didn’t need to see this. Lol.
I’m sorry… 😬🤷🏻♂️ …not sorry…🤪 well, it all depends I guess. 👍📸