Precision low profile filter ring perfect for NIKKOR Z DX 50-250 lenses

Tested on a Fuji x pro 3 and a Canon 17-50 lens, which isn't exactly too light, it proved solid and reliable.

Since I like to take pictures in poor light conditions (evening mood, technical photos, concert events) and otherwise like to do without the flash, I bought this 50 mm lens relatively quickly after the NEX-6 with the kit lens. I had previously found a number of sample photos and was pleased that the practical result lived up to the high expectations that previous reviews had given me. It's great fun to walk around the streets in the evening and to be able to shoot comfortably at 1/60 s handheld (ISO 800). The large aperture combined with image stabilization makes the almost impossible possible. A little leaning on a lantern or something similar and a steady hand have already made good pictures with 1/8 s possible. This is a great way to capture moods. The limitation here is of course the fixed focal length, which with 75 mm 35mm equivalent is a bit too long in normal living rooms to capture a party atmosphere, but is quite useful in the great outdoors/city or at concerts. Of course, portraits are also a fine thing. Due to the large opening, a very nice contrast to the background can be achieved. You have to be aware that the open aperture of 1.8 in the portrait distance can really only reproduce a very narrow range of sharpness, so it is not possible to take a pin-sharp picture of the head from the tip of the nose to the ears, but it has to be also not always be the full aperture. Anyone who likes to focus manually will notice a big difference to the 16-50 mm kit: the "translation" of the electronic, very wide focusing ring is many times larger than what is usual there. It can therefore be adjusted in a very differentiated manner, even in small areas. I am very happy about this purchase and can highly recommend the lens for the described area of application. If you are interested, there are practical "hobby" example pictures of my first attempts on the Internet at "Flickr", where you can find me under the name "bruderfranziskus". (Search on flickr -> try people)

This tripod is great. It’s light, steady, tall and with the included shoe, the camera goes on and comes off easily. Best part is how easily it sets up. Love it.

Haven't had a chance to try the 50/1.2L yet... but it can't be that much better than its little brother here. I like using this lens on my new 5DM3 and just as much on the 1DMK 4. A feast for the eyes on both cams in terms of image quality. The AF is sufficiently fast thanks to USM and also sits precisely. The weight is pleasantly light and therefore easy to handle. Low-light shots indoors, even in candlelight, are easily possible outdoors. There really isn't much else to write. The price is definitely acceptable for this quality. A lens hood is a MUST, especially for outdoor shots! Unfortunately, as with all Canon NON-L PRODUCTS, this has to be paid for separately. An unreserved purchase recommendation from me.

Advantages: + Beautiful bokeh + Very high light intensity + High sharpness Disadvantages: - Slight color fringes at 1.4 aperture. (Optimal use 1.6 or 1.8) Application: - Portraits: I use the lens as a portrait lens on a 500D. The crop factor of 1.6 makes it the ideal 80mm portrait lens with a very nice cropping when the aperture is wide open. Due to the high light intensity, I can also take pictures in adverse light without any problems. The lens is also very well suited for outdoor shots of whole people, provided you are at a certain distance. I've had the lens for a month and haven't even looked at any of my zoom lenses since I'm so impressed with the image quality and speed. Alternatives: - Cheaper: Canon 1.8 50 mm (-worse image quality + much cheaper) - More expensive: Canon 1.2 50 mm (+ better image quality + slightly higher light intensity - completely different price range.) - Third-party manufacturer: Sigma 1.4 50 mm (+ slightly better image quality - should often have focus problems) - third-party manufacturer: Planar T* Zeiss 1.4 50 mm (-no autofocus +-image quality comparable +Zeiss)

Now one might think, why should you spend almost € 50 to buy this when there are similar products for € 10? Well, if that's what you think, then you're obviously not a professional photographer, are you? You see, it's the quality of the glass you pay for and the coating that is used on it! The finer the glass, the better the light transmission, which is the key here! So definitely worth every penny when I tested it and will add photos to this review later! Was also impressed with the packaging as an item like this requires the utmost care!

This is really great tripod. Light, stable and easy to set up.