A shining example of superior nikkor optical design, the af zoomnikkor 80 200mm f2. This is also the last manual focus telephoto zoom ever made by nikon. The 80 200 f4,5 is smaller then the af 80 200 f2,8. Jan 26, 2009 im an amateur photographer whos planning to go to dslr. Buying nikkon 80200mm afd pushpull vs nikkor 55200mm. Zoomnikkor 80 200mm f4 ais lens specifications performance data.
If you have a coupling prong added to the diaphragm ring, its perfect with every nikon back to the original nikon f of 1959. With the focal length, you capture not only closeup shots of people but it also works well for sports and action shots. Apr 14, 2011 i just saw a push pull version of the 80 200 af on craigslist with original box, etc. I have the d version lens as well as the 70 200 vr11. The former is an amazing lens that many people felt an attachment to and for a good reason because its a great performer. I owned the push pull 80 200, updated that to the 80 200 ed, then eventually purchased a 70 200 off a friend who was downsizing to mirrorless.
The lens adopts the push pull piston zoom focus design. Can any push pull users comment on how they manage without a tripod mount, and also on the focus speed. Reviewed in the united states on july 26, 2009 come on people. Hello guys, i m really hoping someone can help me with this. It was produced as a professional constant aperture telephoto zoom for 17 years, and more than 145,000 were built by nikon. Tried 2 tokina atxpro 80 200 f2,8 lenses both suffered from haze, one from an optical malfunction, a sigma 70 200 f2,8 and i held a tamron 70 200 f2,8. But when i rotate the am ring to m the manual focus ring does not positively engage the focus mechanism. This is the 1st generation mid telephoto autofocus lens made my nikon. This is the black krinkle coated housing push pull zoom focus model and has the focus limit switch on the front of the lens housing full limit. Its a pretty good lens for that price, or even lower. An impassioned guide on why not to buy a cheap bike or bso.
Click any for the cameraoriginal fullresolution files to explore on your computer. It was made to complement the nikon f3 and this replaced the zoomnikkor 80 200mm f4. Bmx mountain urban kids scooters electric news mar 19, 2021. Im serious about the 15 and 34 ounce weight difference between this and the last 80 200 afs model. Bought a nikon 80 200 push pull, very sharp, af is good. If this is the case, youd need to find a thirdparty support system that isnt a true tripod collar. Lenses play such a large role in dictating final image quality, which is one reason why the top of the line and professional grade lenses cost what they do. First of all, its a great deal greener than using a car. I noticed right after i got it that i couldnt stop it down and quickly found out that it had a pretty common problem with these older lenses with oil on the aperture blades. You can shoot sport with it, but you need to know your sport, and your timing needs to be perfect.
These download terms and conditions agreement constitute a legal agreement between you either an individual or single entity and nikon corporation or its associated company nikon setting forth the terms and conditions governing your download of the operation manual for our products manual. My push pull model came with a round faux leather case and a multilanguage technical sheet no manual. Nikon d5 at 11,000, 11,250 and 11,600 at 12 fps at auto iso 100, nikon 80 200mm afs at f2. Its the best manual focus, general purpose telephoto zoom ever made by nikon. For the k2, b2 and e2 focusing screens, refer to the columns on the k, b and e screens, respectively. The push pull design is most popular with photographers comfortable hand holding. Jan 30, 2016 the zoomnikkor 80 200mm f4 ais was sold from 1981 to 1988. Nikon cautions there may be some vignetting with the tc14a. Old 80s road bikes from raleigh, peugeot, dawes, brands like t.
By clicking the download button on this page in order to start downloading the manual, you indicate your acceptance of this agreement and are agreeing to be. The 80 200mm f4 ais is a little faster, adds a 9blade diaphragm and focuses even closer to 41. The 200 f4 ais is a nice lens if you have a bunch of options to chose from. Nikon offered its first production manual focus 80 200mm f2. Years ago, when i was shopping for a zoom telephoto lens to replace the nikon 75150mm f3. It was produced as a professional constant aperture telephoto zoom for 17 years, and more than 145,000 were built by nikon before production ceased in 1998. Autofocus is provided, but you can manually override the focus by operating the separate manual focus ring while lightly depressing the shutter release button or the af start af. The 80 200 is a great lens, but the 70 200 is a superb lens, one of the best nikon has ever made. With no way to control the aperture i stuck with my full manual lenses i. In the end i returned all of those to the respective sellers because none of them could convince me through optical andor build quality the tokina is actually built both better and tougher.
I had, at one point, found a repair manual that showed me how to tear this down so i could attempt to clean them and fix this problem. One big ring, that does both zooming and focusing when in manual focus mode. Its a great choice for any manual focus nikon, and also works great with all of nikon s fullframe digital cameras. Nov 27, 2018 over the years, i have used push pull zooms and tworing zooms. Nikon nikkor 80200mm f4 mf ais lens for sale online ebay. Bicycles dont emit noxious greenhouse gases like a car or motorcycle, nor do they burn expensive. In 1985 nikon said its an improved version of their f4. My copy was pretty clean with light dust, and worked flawlessly, but nas got a hold of my soul and made me buy a 70 200 vrii. This is the black krinkle coated housing push pullzoom focus model and has the focus limit switch on the front of the lens housing full limit. Zoomnikkor 80200mm f4 ais 19811998 test and sample. I havent choose between nikon or canon yet, but the d200 has got my preference. Hello guys, im really hoping someone can help me with this. On my d7100 i cannot af fine tune it enough at all. Quick demonstration of autofocus speed of old nikon nikkor af 80 200mm f2.
If you use a protection filter on the 80 200 push pull make sure its a decent make, nikon nc or hoya pro1 n or better. The article proposes to show that cheap new bikes are poor value, a false. Nikon 70210mm f4 seriese, a cheap lens with decent optics. You now own a freshly cleaned, lubed, adjusted and collimated 80 200 f2. While using the lens, try to support it as much as possible.
My main concerns are price, warranty, and focusing speed. That being said, i carry my d70 w 80 200 attached i used both the push pull and the afs version without supporting the lens, but only while the lens is pointed down. I am heading out for 3 days starting sunday, so will hopefully have something. Nov 05, 2009 80 200 afed onetouch samples photo gallery by derrel at the one ring makes it a very fast,handy lens for manually focusing and zooming, but you must flip the afm switch to shift modes. It took an 86mm filter, as did the 18mm f4 of its day. Cash is a consideration but id want to get something that works well. Nikon 80 200mm f4 push pull zoom lens, manual focus close up of nikon 80 200 f4 zoom lens showing the colorcoded depthoffield lines see also. It attracts with a constant relative aperture throughout the focal length range, low cost and excellent assembly. I thought the 80 200 was a lemon and was going to dispose of it when i had a flash of inspiration and removed the cheap uv filter i had clapped on the front of it to.
Nikon does not just fix what is wrong, their quote includes putting everything back in spec. List of nikon compatible lenses with integrated autofocusmotor. The 80 200 has a few disadvantages to the 70 200 vr, but it is a perfectly fine lens to use on a modern camera. The only reasons to get this afs lens, which sells used for more than a brandnew 80 200mm afd, are. And heres a wide shot tokina 1116 to show where i was when taking it. They all have different characteristics and quirks. For shooting fast moving subjects, i personally prefer the push pull. By the time you get the d300 upgrade youll be asking about the 702002. Zoomnikkor 80 200mm f4 ais, the last professional model.
I have to manually focus it like i would adapted to my sony a6000. Two of the most highly recommended lenses regardless of manufacturer fit into the 2470 and 70 200 ranges with a constant f2. Page pronea s nikon af cameras except for f3af other nikon cameras except for f3af autofocus with manual override set the focus mode switch fig. While autofocus capable on nikon bodies with builtin focus motor, its single ring push pull zoom and focus design makes it one of the best zoom options available for a high quality lens for manual focus nikon 35mm film cameras. For screens used with nikon cameras other than f3 and f2series cameras e. Nikon ais zoomnikkor 80200mm f4 instruction manual pdf.
Old 80s road bikes from raleigh, peugeot, dawes, brands like that, can. Nikon nikkor 80200mm focal camera lenses for sale ebay. I bought the push pull version of the lens but cant find a copy of the manual even on nikons archives. If you are considering this lens, and have one of those above camera bodies without a built in motor, plan on finetuning your manual focus skills, or start tossing. This constantaperture f4 manual focus push pull zoom was introduced in 1981. Apr 01, 2018 nikon made several lenses in this class and size. But i still think its the wrong focal length on dx. Nikon d5 at 11,250 at 12 fps at auto iso 100, nikon 80 200mm afs at 80mm at f4. The 70 200 is superior to the 80 200 in autofocus speed and accuracy and the images produced by the 70 200 have better contrast. If af speed is not a priority the af 80 200 f2,8d push pull zoom is an awesome lens and a good investment. The len s piston does not spontaneously move under its own weight, the situation may worsen over time. Sometimes i need to rotate it to its limits to get it to engage.
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