Nikkor-P 1:2.0 8.5cm Samples

[Gabriel M.A.]

Stop it, all of you. I can't afford any GAS.

 

[jtm]

Stop it, all of you. I can't afford any GAS.

At least it's not the really expensive kind of GAS. You could spend a lot more for a nice f/2 90.

 

[Sonnar2]

In case of a black Nikkor 85/2, a Summicron is cheaper...

But I also just have a chrome one. Great portrait lens.

 

[szekiat]

hmm, between this and a canadian summicron, which would be the sharper/better lens? I am about to get a summicron and i can't decide which to keep. Eventually, one will have to go.......

 

[venchka]

Decide when you can compare both lenses side by side. Preferably with both on a tripod shooting exactly the same scene at exactly the same time. The Nikkor is smaller, both in outside diameter and I seem to recall in overall length as well. Less expensive too. Good luck and let us know what you decide.

 

[ferider]

The chrome Nikkor is sharper at 2.8 and much smaller, but almost equally heavy.
The Summicron focuses closer, and wide-open, has better bokeh. But
lacks the Sonnar "3D effect".

Roland.

 

[raid]

Here are some photos taken on a tripod with cable release:


Nikon 85mm/2 @ 2.0:
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4754662


Summicron 90mm/2 @ 2.0:
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4745892

Canon 85mm/1.9 @ 2.0:
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4754697



Nikon 85/2 @ 2.8:
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4754682


Summicron 90/2 @ 2.8:
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4754804


Canon 85mm/1.9 @ 2.8:
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4754699


Steinheil 85mm/2.8 @ 2.8:
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4754688

 

[raid]

The chrome Nikkor is sharper at 2.8 and much smaller, but almost equally heavy.
The Summicron focuses closer, and wide-open, has better bokeh. But
lacks the Sonnar "3D effect".

Roland.

Roland,

I find the Summicron equally sharp as the Nikkor. 😀

 

[Vincenzo Maielli]

All your shots are very nice. Also i own the Nikkor 85 mm f/ 2 in LTM mount, that i have bought together the LTM Nikkor 135 mm f/ 3,5 two years ago, from Luigi Crescenzi in Rome. Both are excellent performers.
Ciao.

 

[raid]

Thank you Vincenzo. I also have the Nikkor 135mm/3.5 and I know how sharp this lens is.

 

[szekiat]

Cheap thrill but my 85mm is up for sale! Decided to keep the 90mm instead!

 

[photorat]

How do you mount this lens on a Leica M?

By the way, the 8.5 cm Nikkor-P attached to a Leica M5 is a real Manly Man's rig.

 

[raid]

Use the Leica M Adapter with the LTM lens. It is very simple. Such an adapter sells for $30-$45.

 

[photorat]

Is there a M39 version of this lens? All I can find on eBay is Nikon rangefinder bayonet mount which is apparently not compatible.

Am looking for a 90mm for my M2 and this lens really looks the goods. Would be great if I can find a reasonably priced example.

Use the Leica M Adapter with the LTM lens. It is very simple. Such an adapter sells for $30-$45.

 

[Sonnar Brian]

This lens was available in Leica Thread Mount, Nikon S-Mount, and Contax mount. I have all three. The LTM version is a bit longer and heavier. I use it mainly with a Canon 7, but it will work fine with an adapter.

 

[raid]

The LTM version of this lens is widely available.
[Brian beat me by 1/1000 second].

 

[BillBingham2]

They go in cycles on EvilBay. Keep you eyes open and check other sources (e.g. KEH, Pacific Rim Camera). Black ones are hard to find, but chrome come up every month or so. Broaden your search criteria to include 8.5cm, nikon, rare, nikkor. Some times folks miss list them and it seems the best bargains happen that way. Also, check sold prices so that if you see a buy it now and know if you want to pull the trigger or not.

I've had several lenses in that length (including a 'Cron) and the Nikkor is worth the wait!

B2 (;->

 

[raid]

A cheaper alternative that rocks is the Canon 85mm/1.9.
My example of the Canon is really a great lens.

 

[dexdog]

I have posted this pic before. 85/2 Nikkor in Contax mount, scale focused (yeah, I missed the potrait by just a bit). I love this lens.

 

[fefe]

I got great results with my Nikon 85/2 and the M8, however I wouldn't rank f2 shots as sharp, f2.8 however are very sharp. I like it a lot f2 and f2.8. Infinity shots are also not as sharp as closeups.

wide open:

shot at 2.8? against very strong light

5.6 or so