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Schneider Componon-S 100/5.6
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PostPosted: Mon Jun 06, 2011 10:21 pm    Post subject: Schneider Componon-S 100/5.6 Reply with quote

We have had a good run of el-nikkors and rodagons, but I was introduced to this lens by klaus as one of the best. I am inclined to agree with him,and here are three I took yesterday in our first vaguely decent day of weather this year (except for the thunderstorms).








patrickh


PostPosted: Mon Jun 06, 2011 10:46 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

shhhh - you're not supposed to reveal "our" secrets!!! Wink

Very fine results btw.!!


PostPosted: Wed Jul 10, 2013 9:11 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Wow Shocked
This sharpnesssss is epic!

what is your setup and camera?
using some kind of bellows?
I just bought one Schneider Componon-S 100/5.6 but not know what to do...
Please help me Embarassed


PostPosted: Wed Jul 10, 2013 9:16 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

carlosayala wrote:
Wow Shocked
This sharpnesssss is epic!

what is your setup and camera?
using some kind of bellows?
I just bought one Schneider Componon-S 100/5.6 but not know what to do...
Please help me Embarassed


http://forum.mflenses.com/the-vnex-system-t54300.html

Patrick, superb!


PostPosted: Wed Jul 10, 2013 9:29 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Gosh what exaggerations, "epic"...

Can we just say "very sharp"?

It's an excellent lens, agreed, I have ut snd use it since quite some time.
But there is even better, a Focotar II 100mm for instance.


PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 3:35 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Sorry for my exaggeration but I'm new at this ..

Otherwise... I photograph nature and insects with Tokina 100mm macro lens sometimes.
Usually used a Nikkor 35mm G lens on reverse (with BR-2 adapter).

Would be better if I buy a Raynox MSN-202..? better than Schneider Componon 100mm+macro bellows setup?
Thanks again!


PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 6:06 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

It can be surprising when new, the quality of lenses that are used here, so I understand your reaction. Plus Patrick is a more than capable photographer and knows how to get what you call `epic' results.


PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 12:09 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

carlosayala wrote:
Sorry for my exaggeration but I'm new at this ..

Otherwise... I photograph nature and insects with Tokina 100mm macro lens sometimes.
Usually used a Nikkor 35mm G lens on reverse (with BR-2 adapter).

Would be better if I buy a Raynox MSN-202..? better than Schneider Componon 100mm+macro bellows setup?
Thanks again!


"better" is such a tricky word! Any rig for taking closeups is a compromise of

IQ
ergonomics/bulk/weight
price
focal length (which affects working distance)
magnification

Is this the Tokina 100mm macro you use? Seems like a fine lens!
http://kenrockwell.com/tokina/100mm-f28.htm
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=10044609

My own attempt at macro have taught me that nice glass is only part of the puzzle.

Composition must make the best use of the tiny DoF.

Shutter speed/motion blur is a constant problem. You'll need some combination of practice, high ISO settings, off-camera flash, sunny days, tripod, focusing rail.

Why not post some sample shots Smile


PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 1:33 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

superb series, great details from the Componon !


PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 3:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

fuzzywuzzy wrote:
carlosayala wrote:
Sorry for my exaggeration but I'm new at this ..

Otherwise... I photograph nature and insects with Tokina 100mm macro lens sometimes.
Usually used a Nikkor 35mm G lens on reverse (with BR-2 adapter).

Would be better if I buy a Raynox MSN-202..? better than Schneider Componon 100mm+macro bellows setup?
Thanks again!


"better" is such a tricky word! Any rig for taking closeups is a compromise of

IQ
ergonomics/bulk/weight
price
focal length (which affects working distance)
magnification



Is this the Tokina 100mm macro you use? Seems like a fine lens!
http://kenrockwell.com/tokina/100mm-f28.htm
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=10044609

My own attempt at macro have taught me that nice glass is only part of the puzzle.

Composition must make the best use of the tiny DoF.

Shutter speed/motion blur is a constant problem. You'll need some combination of practice, high ISO settings, off-camera flash, sunny days, tripod, focusing rail.

Why not post some sample shots Smile



Thanks for your time.
This pic is with Nikon D7000 + Tokina 100mm macro





PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 3:46 pm    Post subject: Re: Schneider Componon-S 100/5.6 Reply with quote

patrickh wrote:
We have had a good run of el-nikkors and rodagons, but I was introduced to this lens by klaus as one of the best. I am inclined to agree with him,and here are three I took yesterday in our first vaguely decent day of weather this year (except for the thunderstorms).








patrickh


Patrickh, please
In this set of photos the Schneider Componon is mount on bellows or what type of mounting use?
I would like to know what kind of camera you used?
Thank you very much for your help


PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 6:00 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

@carlos

A Nikon D300S with a nikon II bellows on a tripod. Lens had M39/M42 ring and an M42/Nikon adapter. All settings manual. I found it a very simple setup and it balanced pretty well. I have used this setup for a lot of flower and other closeups and find it very comfortable to work with because of the distance one can keep from the subject. Shorter FL requires much closer work and much more difficult lighting. I am lazy and do not use flash.


patrickh


PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 7:37 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

carlosayala wrote:


That's amazing!!


PostPosted: Thu Jul 11, 2013 8:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks for your time Patrickh.


PostPosted: Fri Jul 12, 2013 4:59 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Welcome and good luck


patrickh