This is my second Rikenon 50mm prime. This time the XR version. Again a decent, well build lens. Smooth handling, light weight, sharp and nice colors. Did I mention sharp? Take a look at the horse pictures below.
This time, I wanted to do something different, so I tested the lens also with some Macro Extender Tubes. To get a decent macro, traditionally you would use a dedicated Macro lens. But with the new digital camera's, with high ISO, you can use the tubes without even needing a flash. No pixel-peeping though as the high ISO does show when zoomed in all the way.
No need to say I'm impressed. Most of the macro shots below where of subjects smaller than the thumbnail of my pinky. No need for expensive macro equipment. And a lot of fun experimenting. The peak focussing feature again helps tremendously. You leave the lens to the closest focal distance and move the camera itself until in focus. A high shutter speed will keep things sharp.
Again a keeper. If you see one, get it. A very cheap way to get a fast, sharp, 50mm prime.
Lens Specification:
Focal Length: 50mm
Maximum Aperture: F2
Minimum Aperture: F16
Image Format: 35mm
Lens Mount: PK
Optics: 6 elements in 5 groups
Blades: 6
Focussing: Manual
Minimum Focus: 40cm
Filter Size: 52mm
Weight: 230g
Length: 38-46mm
Production: 1980's
Serial Number: 146068
Made In: Japan
XR
The XR and P versions are Rikenon lenses with better optical quality. The XR and the P labelled models are essentially of the same optical grade and image quality, the only difference being the pin on the P model for use in AV mode on Pentax cameras.
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This time, I wanted to do something different, so I tested the lens also with some Macro Extender Tubes. To get a decent macro, traditionally you would use a dedicated Macro lens. But with the new digital camera's, with high ISO, you can use the tubes without even needing a flash. No pixel-peeping though as the high ISO does show when zoomed in all the way.
No need to say I'm impressed. Most of the macro shots below where of subjects smaller than the thumbnail of my pinky. No need for expensive macro equipment. And a lot of fun experimenting. The peak focussing feature again helps tremendously. You leave the lens to the closest focal distance and move the camera itself until in focus. A high shutter speed will keep things sharp.
Again a keeper. If you see one, get it. A very cheap way to get a fast, sharp, 50mm prime.
Lens Specification:
Focal Length: 50mm
Maximum Aperture: F2
Minimum Aperture: F16
Image Format: 35mm
Lens Mount: PK
Optics: 6 elements in 5 groups
Blades: 6
Focussing: Manual
Minimum Focus: 40cm
Filter Size: 52mm
Weight: 230g
Length: 38-46mm
Production: 1980's
Serial Number: 146068
Made In: Japan
XR
The XR and P versions are Rikenon lenses with better optical quality. The XR and the P labelled models are essentially of the same optical grade and image quality, the only difference being the pin on the P model for use in AV mode on Pentax cameras.
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| 1/125s - ISO800 - Handheld |
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| 1/125s - ISO800 - Handheld |
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| 1/160s - ISO100 - Handheld |
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| 1/250s - ISO100 - Handheld |
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| 1/500s - ISO800 - Handheld |
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| 1/500s - ISO800 - Handheld |
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| 1/350s - ISO3200 - Handheld - Cropped |
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| 1/400s - ISO1250 - Handheld - Cropped |
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| 1/320s - ISO1600 - Handheld - Cropped |
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| 1/320s - ISO1600 - Handheld |
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| 1/320s - ISO1600 - Handheld |
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| 1/50s - ISO3200 - Handheld - Cropped |
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| 1/320s - ISO3200 - Handheld |
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| 1/160s - ISO3200 - Handheld |
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| 1/800s - ISO3200 - Handheld |
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| 1/160s - ISO1600 - Handheld |
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