Nikkor-S 55mm f/1.2 Experiences?

The posted images look better that I expected based of test reviews from years past which basically said the 50/1.4 is a better optic and the only reason to own the 50/1.2 would be an absolute need for the 1/2 stop gain in light gathering. In this day and age with improvement in film speeds, I don't see the benefit except to impress people with the massive front element. If you need a f/1.2, the latest 50/1.2 has a much better reputation. My preference is the 58/1.4 AFS but it's very pricey.
 
awilder said:
The posted images look better that I expected based of test reviews from years past which basically said the 50/1.4 is a better optic and the only reason to own the 50/1.2 would be an absolute need for the 1/2 stop gain in light gathering. In this day and age with improvement in film speeds, I don't see the benefit except to impress people with the massive front element. If you need a f/1.2, the latest 50/1.2 has a much better reputation. My preference is the 58/1.4 AFS but it's very pricey.
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The barrel and focus ring of the lens is bigger than your average SLR lens, but the front filter thread is a rather normal 52mm. If you really want to impress people with a massive front element, better to use the Pentax 6x7 55/3.5, which has a 100mm front filter thread. 😛

Perhaps the 50/1.2 has a better reputation, but it also costs quite a bit more. I found a great deal on my lens, and it's a fine performer.
 
jmanivelle said:

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Velvia 50 - M3 - 55 1.2 Nikkor

Best, JM.
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Interesting results, JM, thanks for sharing! I like this one effect on this one.

I suppose that's a cheaper way to get f/1.2 on the M-mount system without sacrificing a kidney for a Noctilux. 😀 Does the modified lens intrude into the viewfinder much, and are you limited in terms of minimum focus distance?
 
dourbalistar said:
Interesting results, JM, thanks for sharing! I like this one effect on this one.

I suppose that's a cheaper way to get f/1.2 on the M-mount system without sacrificing a kidney for a Noctilux. 😀 Does the modified lens intrude into the viewfinder much, and are you limited in terms of minimum focus distance?
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Hi,
I don't have the lens with me at the moment but had no trouble framing even though it does intrude a bit in the viewfinder . Minimum focussing distance is 1m and the focusing direction remained the Nikon way.

Best wishes, JM.
 
Nikon FM2n, Nikkor-S Auto 55mm f/1.2, ORWO N74+, developed in LegacyPro L110 at 1:31 for 6.5 minutes.


2019.04.27 Roll #202-03517-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr



2019.06.08 Roll #207--49.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr


Nikon FM2n, Nikkor-S Auto 55mm f/1.2, Ultrafine Xtreme 400, developed in LegacyPro L110 at 1:31 for 5.5 minutes.


2019.10.10 Roll #223-04094-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr



2019.12.13 Roll #232-04269-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr



2019.12.13 Roll #232-04271-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr



2019.12.13 Roll #232-04272-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr
 
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