The rain has returned after a long absence, so I thought I’d post a second image today, more à propos of the mood.
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This shot was taken last year with the Nikkor-NOCT 58/1.2 (on a Nikon D40 body).
The Nikkor-NOCT 58/1.2 is a remarkable lens that, unfortunately, is no longer made. I really should write a piece about it, but there is plenty of technical information available on the web about this lens. Have a look here and here.
Over the next little while, I’ll be posting some of my favourite shots I’ve taken with this lens. The images do a better job of telling the story of the NOCT anyway, as compared to technical discussions.
I look forward to seeing your postings. As you know I am crazy about the images you produced with this lens, and having recently acquired one, I am hoping to come to grips with it. I did lend it to a pro photographer to user for a few days. He liked it a lot but really struggled to shoot it faster than f2.0 (on a D3S). I am hoping to do better than that
Thanks Guy. I’ve really missed this lens, hence the retrospective.
However, I’m happy to write that I’ll be getting it back soon…
By the way, congratulations! I didn’t know you now have one…. You’ll love it.