Lens Summary
Brand: Nikon
Also Known As: Nikon Reflex 1000mm f/11
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Manual Focus
Lens Mount: Nikon F
Release Date: 1976-01-01
MSRP Price: N/A
Made in: Japan
Production Status: Discontinued
Lens Description: Catadioptric (mirror) lens that offers extremely long focal length in a compact barrel size.
Nikon NIKKOR-Reflex 1000mm f/11 Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 1000mm |
| Mount Type | Nikon F |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | 35mm SLR |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Vibration Reduction (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/11 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/11 |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 0°-2° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 5 |
| Lens Groups | 5 |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Manual Focus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | No |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 8m |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 39mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Slip-in |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Plastic |
| Tripod Collar | Yes |
| Dimensions | 240 x 120mm |
| Weight | 1900g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
I have the Nikon 1000mm Reflex lens and I have been using it with the D300. My photos are consistently grainy. I really enjoy using the lens but I need a solution for the grainy images (other than photoshop).
Nice portfolio! Enjoyable viewing.
What ISO are you using. I use a D850, ISO at 4000 and can shoot at 1/2000 and my wildlife shots come out great…
I have had the Nikon 1000mm mirror lens for 25 years and I use it for wildlife photography, mostly. It requires a hefty tripod because of it’s weight AND because it needs to be extremely stable to get sharp results. The f11 aperture is limiting, but pushing the ISO (either film or digital cameras) will help, plus shooting on a bright day is usually a necessity! This lens produces sharp results if you follow these simple rules and it has been one of my choices for prime lenses.
Do you remember when the 1000mm was first introduced. I had one for a while in 1972 (that was the date on my Kodachrome slides processed by Kodak). I also owned the 500mm mirror and the 600mm f/5.6. When I went into business I had to switch over to 120 and 4×5 formats. I have been retired for several years now and just shoot for fun. You can see my retirement interests at my website: www.russmoorephotography.com
Love the page, but even moreso love that photography is still a passion for you. Thanks for sharing