ulf Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 Finalized: Work in progress.Last Update:Note: Additional information or links about this lens are welcomed and will be incorporated into the first post as time permits. Nikon 105mm f/5.6 EL-Nikkor: old metal version Manufacturer: NikonManufacturer's lens designation: EL-NIKKOR 105mm f/5.6Currently manufactured: No Lens type: Enlarger lens for film up to 65mm x 90mm ( Ø130mm )Design: 6 elements in 4 groupsFocal length: 105mmAperture range: f/5.6 – f/45, Manual, 8 blades Format coverage: up to 65mm x 90mm ( Ø130mm ) at 0.2 x magnificationRecommended magnification range*: 0.1x – 0.5x.Optimal magnification*: 0.2x*Definitions reversed from normal enlarger definition, referring to the motif not the negative-plane Mount: M39 x 26tpi thread + hidden 32.5 x 0.5mm thread behind a built in step ring.Reverse mount: M39 x 26tpi thread, hidden under a cover ring outside the filter thread.Helicoid: NoFlange focus distance: 90 mmFront filter: 34.5 mm x 0.5 mm Introduction year: pre 1960?S/N of test object: 354015 Lens review (VIS), on the web:Lens Manual on the web: http://www.savazzi.n...El-Nikkor_2.pdfTransmittance SummaryDefinitions of the parameters belowRange: The EL-Nikkor 105mm f/5.6: old metal version lens transmits 0-70% in an increasing slope from 316nm to 400nm.TVISmax (%) = 92%T400nm (%) = 89%T365nm (%) = 75%This high percentage indicates a relatively short exposure time under typical UV-pass filtration peaking around 360 nm or when using 365 nm UV-LED illumination.λUV HMvis(nm) = 345nmλUV HM400 (nm) = 344nmλUV Zero (nm) = 316nmThese three values indicate that the lens is UV-capable into the upper UV-B range under appropriate filtration.Image of test object: Spectral Transmission GraphsUV-NIR, EL-NIKKOR 105mm f/5.6, old metal versionThe transmission measurement accuracy into the end of NIR range is less good due to limitations in the light source. UV, EL-NIKKOR 105mm f/5.6, old metal versionUV-Log, EL-NIKKOR 105mm f/5.6, old metal versionNumerical Spectra Data available: Yes General comments about the UV-reach:tbaFilters and how to use them on this lens:The front filter thread is rather odd, but a suitable adapter can be found at RafCamera:https://www.ebay.com...amera?_bkw=34.5 It is also possible to use rear mounted filters, either in lens mount adapters for mirrorless cameras like Sony A-series etc, or placed directly in the camera.Handling and focussing:This EL-Nikkor 105/5.6 must be used with a helicoid or macro bellows to set desired magnification. The lens's long FFD easily permits focus to infinity with careful sizing of the helicoid or bellows. Flare and sun-stars: TBD Sharpness: TBD Lens distortion:TBD Chromatic Aberration / fringing in UV:TBDImage samples:UV:imageFilter: UV, Fringing:imageFilter: UV, Fringing 100%:imageFilter: VIS+NIR:imageFilter: NIR:imageFilter: Link to comment
cazza132 Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 Thanks ulf for compiling the above info - I bought the lens based on this. This is an inexpensive lens works well for Canon 6D & Canon R5. You do need some bits n pieces to get going. This is the setup that works for the Canon R5 A shot using a Baader U filter under filtered sunlight. ISO100, 6sec, f8 Link to comment
Doug A Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 @cazza132 fine image and set up. Appreciate your documentation of all the bits and pieces required to get this working. Very helpful. Thanks for sharing, Doug A Link to comment
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