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Old 10-06-2008, 07:49   #14 (permalink)
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Re: Bokeh on Nikon 70-300 VR lens

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Originally Posted by M1ke A View Post
Well I guess Dave would have needed a 300 f2.8 @ f2.8 to get that really diffuse (perfect) background. I'm sure he'd be delighted to try one out if you are offering?
As well as the 85mm f/1.4D AF NIKKOR and the 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR NIKKOR.

It appears as though all the Nikon rounded diaphram lenses produce the creamy goodness. Although as you imply, they are all funny money.

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Circular highlights are much nicer than 5,6,7 or 8 sided highlights, again IMO.
Agreed 100% there

Although I don't like the circular highlights, my point wasn't to criticise, it was just to understand why people liked it. I hadn't realised they where comparing with hexagonal highlights.
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