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p.1 #1 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

Hi all,

I'm about to upgrade my Canon 40D to a 5D classic. I have the Zeiss 50 f/1.7 and I'm currently using it my 40D.. and I love it, truly an amazing and cheap lens!
Will it work without modifications also on a 5D, or do I need to shave the mirror?

I really don't want to damage my camera, nor the lens...

Thank you!

Andrea

Jul 24, 2009 at 06:21 PM

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p.1 #2 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

I use one on my 5D with no issues -- generally the issues seem to be with an adapter that is too thin. If the mirror catches on the 5D this is likely the cause and should be remedied by a different adapter. I went through this particular issue with a 2.8/28mm Distagon I had -- adapter too thin. After changing adapters I had no more issues.
Paul

Jul 24, 2009 at 07:21 PM

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p.1 #3 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

andreavaccaro wrote:
Will it work without modifications also on a 5D, or do I need to shave the mirror?
I really don't want to damage my camera, nor the lens...

The worst thing that can happen is that mirror clearance is hindered by a part of the lens. In my case the 50/1,7 CZ not only works, it is by far the sharpest lens I have used on my 5d. The images are unreal, so clear and sharp.
I have mirror problems with the CZ 35-70/3,4, otherwise a very good zoom lens, but I will have to file it a bit....

bernie

Jul 24, 2009 at 08:37 PM

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p.1 #4 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

Thanks!
I can't wait to try it on the new body!

Jul 24, 2009 at 08:59 PM

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p.1 #5 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

no problem with my 5D and 50/1.7 combo

Jul 25, 2009 at 02:32 AM

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p.1 #6 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

No problems here either. I hear the 1.4 provides trouble for some 5D owners at infinity but neither my 1.7 nor my 1.4 have mirror clearance issues.

Jul 25, 2009 at 02:47 AM

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p.1 #7 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

What kind of adapter are you guys using? With mine, it actually hits the mirror. The mirror goes up, but to make it go down I have to unmount the lens

Any help is very much appreciated!

Nov 03, 2009 at 05:39 PM

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p.1 #8 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

I had a too-thin cheap ebay adapter and got the occasional catch with an AE type. If I recall correctly, the MM type (identified by green f16 marking) which I had at the same time never caught.

Nov 03, 2009 at 05:55 PM

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p.1 #9 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

I don't have mine with me but I can check later tonight - both adapter brand and lens version (MM/AE). Mine clears on the 5D2 with no problems. Like Empire said, your adapter may be too thin.

Nov 03, 2009 at 06:24 PM

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p.1 #10 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

I have just picked up a Contax 50/1.7, and I as well have no interference issues with my 5D2. Nice little lens...

Nov 03, 2009 at 07:00 PM

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p.1 #11 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

My 5D and C/Y Zeiss 50 1.7 play very nicely together. I have 2 different adapters (1 chipped, 1 not) and have no clearance issues with either.

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Nov 03, 2009 at 07:09 PM

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p.1 #12 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

Thanks all!
Can you please provide links from where you bought the adapters (not chipped)?

Nov 03, 2009 at 07:30 PM

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p.1 #13 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

Here is an eBay outlet I have used in the past. That reminds me, I need to get a few more.

Nov 03, 2009 at 07:53 PM

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p.1 #14 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

My adapter is a Photodiox Pro.
That brand of adapter works well with the CZ 28/2.8 as well.
No troubles on my 5D.

Nov 03, 2009 at 11:02 PM

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p.1 #15 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

Thank you! I'll try with the cheap chinese adapter... if it doesn't work, I'll buy the Photodiox.

Nov 04, 2009 at 12:41 AM

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p.1 #16 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

helimat wrote:
Here is an eBay outlet I have used in the past. That reminds me, I need to get a few more.

How is the infinity calibration with that adapter?

Nov 04, 2009 at 12:56 AM

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p.1 #17 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

Empire wrote:
helimat wrote:
Here is an eBay outlet I have used in the past. That reminds me, I need to get a few more.

How is the infinity calibration with that adapter?

Pretty good as far as I can tell, but I don't really shoot @ infinity wide open, so I suppose it could be off. I am very

sure that this was shot with the Yashica DSB 135/2.8 with one of these adapters:

This image is copyrighted by the owner

100%, in the back:

This image is copyrighted by the owner

Edit: Wrong image uploaded the first time...

Edited on Nov 05, 2009 at 12:35 AM · View previous versions

Nov 04, 2009 at 01:27 AM

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p.1 #18 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

Looks pretty good!

Nov 04, 2009 at 04:35 AM

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p.1 #19 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

helimat wrote:
Uuuuuggghhhhhh..... I looked back, and it turns out this image is from my Rokkor.

Right before I took this pic I had the DSB on, but I guess I had swapped it. I will try to find something at infinity with one of these adapters for you.
FWIW, it looks to be the exact same adapter that big_is uses, I believe they get them at the same source and simply add the chip.

Edit: Correct image inserted!

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Nov 04, 2009 at 03:56 PM

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p.1 #20 · C/Y Zeiss 50 f/1.7 + Canon 5D

That's good to know, I had considered big_is adapters but had no use for the over-priced AF chip. I actually own some old bi_is adapters and I dont think they are infinity correct. Haven't got a hope of remembering which adapters i got from them though

Nov 04, 2009 at 07:13 PM

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