There're full of aberration! The traffic signal reflected on the window was red (I even waited for it), but I couldn't capture it because they switched to LED these days. After I focused on the picture frame, I intentionally out-focused from it. In fact, I didn't focus on anything on this shot. Of course, it's better using newest lenses to get the best results for serious assignments, but there should be fun way of shooting, too. We could still simulate it, but it's easier using unique lenses. So, depiction is sometimes unpredictable.
You could also post-adjust images on the PC to get similar results, but optical traits consist of many elements such as angles and hardness of available light. But, it makes me play with them and try to find a way to get the best from them. In other words, you can say they are full of weak points. So, I instantly switched to a vertical position. With this old lens, placing the men on the bottom left would make a melancholic and unconscious mood. However, I was afraid of the highlight area on the right getting blurred. At first I was aiming for a horizontal shot because it works better for webpages.
I was framing the man only, but a cat appeared on the bank. While resolution in the center is great, the corners tend to flow. Sorry for so many seaside shots! This one was shot with the good old 43-86 zoom lens. It's difficult to shoot quickly, so naturally I take time to shoot. With a MF lens, my approach shifts from the usual one.
I focused on the reed screen and wanted some ghost and flare to capture the quiet evening scene, but a person walked by unexpectedly and I released the shutter. We can still by it brand new! I bought mine about 10 years ago. The first shot on this article was also shot with this lens. The Ai Nikkor 35mm f1.4S has a watery bokeh. Is it stepping down or slowing down? I can't find a good word, but I think this is a camera to be used with a walking speed rather than charging one. Plus, the MF lenses do suit the compact body. That's why, I also want MF lenses because they let me turn the focus ring by the fingers. However, the Df also allows the traditional and direct way of operation, and I feel I'm using my fingers more to control exposure. And, the desire for faster AF, more accurate AE, and sharper depiction only accumulates. Since the D4 is optimized for AF lenses, it's easy to control exposure with the command dials. For example, I choose a MF lens on the Nikon D4 only when I need the special depiction.
Now, the chief editor asked me to use the current AF-lenses as well. I grabbed my collection of the Nikkors, and kept mounting one lens after another screaming "Sweet! It looks great!" and this resulted in the last preview. Once the body is this compact and the dials realize direct operation, I want to mount single focal lenses. And, I'd just say it's truly fun to use this camera.
Although there're so many other supporting elements to realize the Df, I think it simply reflects what Nikon wanted to do. For example, power-saving technology is one of the key elements because battery size is a crucial element for body size. Until Nikon released their first body with a 35mm fullsize sensor, users were impatiently saying "they can't do it because the mount diameter is too small," or "the F mount already reached its limits." The Df is a result of their constant improvements by making breakthrough one after another. After using, I found the Df isn't just a product of nostalgia.Īfter all, it's their everlasting F mount that gave a birth of this model. This camera can be defined as a little off from the consensus from of flagship cameras. It fists so well to the hand and invites users to keep shooting. Unlike exciting exotic cars with a thrilling power, it's always controllable in the palm. The "f" of Df means "fusion" and it makes sense. So, this is the best body to trace the history of Nikon. Also, while other Nikon digital bodies take post-Ai lenses, it takes pre-Ai Nikkor lenses as well. The body has been compactified as much as possible by reducing the power elements (such as continuous shooting speed) that may be unnecessary for general purpose. The Df realized more direct operation by installing dials on the top cover. With its "camera-like" appearance, the Nikon Df became a big topic for photo enthusiasts.