Nikon Nikkor 105mm f/2.8S AF-S Macro Micro Lens Review

I have reviewed this Nikkor 105mm f/2.8 lens before, and have now been using it for quite a few years now. I have found it to be an excellent lens for both general photography and especially fine for macro photography. Here is a brief video of the lens. In addition to close up macro shots… Continue reading Nikon Nikkor 105mm f/2.8S AF-S Macro Micro Lens Review

Focus Stacking Some Coffee Beans

Where we require great depth of field, particularly with close up images, the mechanism of focus stacking is a great solution. As an example, the image below of the single coffee bean was captured using the Nikon 105mm f/2.8G VR Micro (Macro) lens together with the Nikon TC20E III teleconverter. The use of these two… Continue reading Focus Stacking Some Coffee Beans

Nikon, Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II AF-S Lens Review

This zoom lens is as sharp as any fixed focal length lens in its range. It is a great lens for general telephoto lens photography. There are three focus modes built in: M, M/A, A/M, the A/M focus mode, prevents accidental movements of the focus ring from overriding the autofocus while it’s operating. An aperture diaphragm with nine rounded… Continue reading Nikon, Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II AF-S Lens Review