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p.196 #2What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Hi martinesu,
Great photos. Thanks for posting a photo of the lens. I don't think I've ever seen an f/2.8 manual focus one before. It's not even listed at Adaptall-2.org
http://www.adaptall-2.org/
Great photos. Thanks for posting a photo of the lens. I don't think I've ever seen an f/2.8 manual focus one before. It's not even listed at Adaptall-2.org
http://www.adaptall-2.org/
Nov 19, 2014 at 07:24 AM
p.196 #3What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
banpreso wrote:
these are amazing!
Thank you!
jcolwell wrote:
Hi martinesu,
Great photos. Thanks for posting a photo of the lens. I don't think I've ever seen an f/2.8 manual focus one before. It's not even listed at Adaptall-2.org
http://www.adaptall-2.org/
Thanks!
It's the 72B.this one.
these are amazing!
Thank you!
jcolwell wrote:
Hi martinesu,
Great photos. Thanks for posting a photo of the lens. I don't think I've ever seen an f/2.8 manual focus one before. It's not even listed at Adaptall-2.org
http://www.adaptall-2.org/
Thanks!
It's the 72B.this one.
Nov 19, 2014 at 07:59 AM
p.196 #4What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
molson wrote:
Is that the "Vancouver"? (i.e. Hollywood north)
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1262226/0#12020514
Do you have both the Contax and Rollei versions of Hollywood?Contax yes, Rollei no... although I suspect the Rollei and Contax versions are pretty close to identical twins.
I also have the Nikkor AIS and Zuiko MC versions.
i have the contax and the nikkor as well, wondering if the minolta is worth picking up. i think the contax is awesome but the nikkor seemed a bit soft to me.The difference between the Contax and Nikkor is really splitting hairs... the Contax has a bit more micro-contrast, but that's about it. The Nikkor 28mm f2 AIS is probably the best manual-focus wide angle Nikon made, after the 35mm f1.4.
you know, the extreme corners on the nikkor doesn't look too good to me, here's an example, whole picture and the bottom right corner. is this field curvature? or maybe my adapter is the problem? Shot at f8
http://banpreso.smugmug.com/Other/5D-Test-Shots/i-zQb437h/0/XL/_DSC1929-XL.jpg
http://banpreso.smugmug.com/Other/5D-Test-Shots/i-QX7j547/0/XL/_DSC1929-2-XL.jpg
banpreso wrote
molson wrote
jcolwell wrote
molson wrote
Added the Canon FDn 28mm f2 and Minolta MD 28mm f2 MC Rokkor-X to my collection of 28mm f2 lenses... I guess the only significant one I'm missing from the SLR realm is the Pentax.https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1262226/0#12020514
Do you have both the Contax and Rollei versions of Hollywood?
I also have the Nikkor AIS and Zuiko MC versions.
you know, the extreme corners on the nikkor doesn't look too good to me, here's an example, whole picture and the bottom right corner. is this field curvature? or maybe my adapter is the problem? Shot at f8
http://banpreso.smugmug.com/Other/5D-Test-Shots/i-zQb437h/0/XL/_DSC1929-XL.jpg
http://banpreso.smugmug.com/Other/5D-Test-Shots/i-QX7j547/0/XL/_DSC1929-2-XL.jpg
Nov 19, 2014 at 08:55 AM
p.196 #5What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
banpreso wrote:
Is that the "Vancouver"? (i.e. Hollywood north)
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1262226/0#12020514
Do you have both the Contax and Rollei versions of Hollywood?Contax yes, Rollei no... although I suspect the Rollei and Contax versions are pretty close to identical twins.
I also have the Nikkor AIS and Zuiko MC versions.i have the contax and the nikkor as well, wondering if the minolta is worth picking up. i think the contax is awesome but the nikkor seemed a bit soft to me.The difference between the Contax and Nikkor is really splitting hairs... the Contax has a bit more micro-contrast, but that's about it. The Nikkor 28mm f2 AIS is probably the best manual-focus wide angle Nikon made, after the 35mm f1.4.you know, the extreme corners on the nikkor doesn't look too good to me, here's an example, whole picture and the bottom right corner. is this field curvature? or maybe my adapter is the problem? Shot at f8
http://banpreso.smugmug.com/Other/5D-Test-Shots/i-zQb437h/0/XL/_DSC1929-XL.jpg
http://banpreso.smugmug.com/Other/5D-Test-Shots/i-QX7j547/0/XL/_DSC1929-2-XL.jpg
Seems worse than my copy...
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1268417/9#12415567
molson wrote
banpreso wrote
molson wrote
jcolwell wrote
molson wrote
Added the Canon FDn 28mm f2 and Minolta MD 28mm f2 MC Rokkor-X to my collection of 28mm f2 lenses... I guess the only significant one I'm missing from the SLR realm is the Pentax.https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1262226/0#12020514
Do you have both the Contax and Rollei versions of Hollywood?
I also have the Nikkor AIS and Zuiko MC versions.
http://banpreso.smugmug.com/Other/5D-Test-Shots/i-zQb437h/0/XL/_DSC1929-XL.jpg
http://banpreso.smugmug.com/Other/5D-Test-Shots/i-QX7j547/0/XL/_DSC1929-2-XL.jpg
Seems worse than my copy...
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1268417/9#12415567
Nov 19, 2014 at 12:17 PM
p.196 #6What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Couldn't resist a great deal on a full set of brand new, in box Contax G (Carl Zeiss) lenses - all in the rare black color to match my Sony A7S.
These are in such pristine condition I hardly want to use them... The fact that they're tiny and AF (with the Techart adapter) makes me much less inclined to leave them in their boxes though. Much testing to be done.
Early tests indicate that they do AF very well up to f/4 on the A7S in dim light and the 28, 45 and 90 are all biteingly sharp even wide open. The 21mm is going to require more testing. It's better than expected but dang - the rear of that lens must be 1mm from the sensor!
http://verndewit.com/img/s5/v130/p474833849-5.jpg
http://verndewit.com/img/s3/v7/p249505293-5.jpg
http://verndewit.com/img/s12/v186/p306729278-5.jpg
http://verndewit.com/img/s12/v176/p148868389-5.jpg
http://verndewit.com/img/s3/v40/p93506739-5.jpg
These are in such pristine condition I hardly want to use them... The fact that they're tiny and AF (with the Techart adapter) makes me much less inclined to leave them in their boxes though. Much testing to be done.
Early tests indicate that they do AF very well up to f/4 on the A7S in dim light and the 28, 45 and 90 are all biteingly sharp even wide open. The 21mm is going to require more testing. It's better than expected but dang - the rear of that lens must be 1mm from the sensor!
http://verndewit.com/img/s5/v130/p474833849-5.jpg
http://verndewit.com/img/s3/v7/p249505293-5.jpg
http://verndewit.com/img/s12/v186/p306729278-5.jpg
http://verndewit.com/img/s12/v176/p148868389-5.jpg
http://verndewit.com/img/s3/v40/p93506739-5.jpg
Nov 19, 2014 at 02:52 PM
p.196 #7What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Congratulations Vern
I have the 45 and 90 and love them both. I also had the 45 converted into LM fitting, so enjoy it both on my M9 and also A7R. I doubt if the 21 will work too well on the A7, but I hope you prove me wrong.
I have the 45 and 90 and love them both. I also had the 45 converted into LM fitting, so enjoy it both on my M9 and also A7R. I doubt if the 21 will work too well on the A7, but I hope you prove me wrong.
Nov 19, 2014 at 02:55 PM
p.196 #8What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
lenticular11 wrote:
Congratulations Vern
I have the 45 and 90 and love them both. I also had the 45 converted into LM fitting, so enjoy it both on my M9 and also A7R. I doubt if the 21 will work too well on the A7, but I hope you prove me wrong.
Thanks! The 21 does not work well on either the A7 or the A7R (from the very few people who have tried it) but the A7S might be a different matter. I'll report back.
Congratulations Vern
I have the 45 and 90 and love them both. I also had the 45 converted into LM fitting, so enjoy it both on my M9 and also A7R. I doubt if the 21 will work too well on the A7, but I hope you prove me wrong.
Thanks! The 21 does not work well on either the A7 or the A7R (from the very few people who have tried it) but the A7S might be a different matter. I'll report back.
Nov 19, 2014 at 03:25 PM
p.196 #9What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
40mm F2 Rokkor for CL - small and totally up to the job on the A7r.
58mm F1:1.2 Rokkor - massive and heavy but the king of Bokeh!
Both with their own adapters shimmed to optimal focus across the frame and with internal surfaces covered in black flock self adhesive and flat black paint on the chrome sensor facing edges.
58mm F1:1.2 Rokkor - massive and heavy but the king of Bokeh!
Both with their own adapters shimmed to optimal focus across the frame and with internal surfaces covered in black flock self adhesive and flat black paint on the chrome sensor facing edges.
Nov 19, 2014 at 03:31 PM
p.196 #10What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Nice collection Vern, congrats.
But you are missing the 16/8(missed that one too) 35/2 & 35-70/3.5-5.6
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But you are missing the 16/8(missed that one too) 35/2 & 35-70/3.5-5.6
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Nov 19, 2014 at 07:47 PM
p.196 #11What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
...and the 16/8 Hologon, reproduction of a very special lens in optical history. Accessory VF is part of the original package.
Nov 19, 2014 at 08:24 PM
p.196 #12What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
LightShow wrote:
Nice collection Vern, congrats.
But you are missing the 35/2 & 35-70/3.5-5.6
Yes, and the 16mm
. But aside from the 35/2 (which is on my radar), the other two don't AF with the adapter. Now obviously I don't care that much about AF since I have so much MF alt glass (OM and Leica) but the AF is a bonus that could come in handy for certain situations. At f/2, the 35mm would be the fastest solution that autofocuses at that focal length on the A7S. I can already tell that the 28/2.8 will be a favorite walk-around lens on it and I'm certain it's smaller than the FE 28/2 that's rumored to be coming soon. And cheaper.
Nice collection Vern, congrats.
But you are missing the 35/2 & 35-70/3.5-5.6
Yes, and the 16mm
. But aside from the 35/2 (which is on my radar), the other two don't AF with the adapter. Now obviously I don't care that much about AF since I have so much MF alt glass (OM and Leica) but the AF is a bonus that could come in handy for certain situations. At f/2, the 35mm would be the fastest solution that autofocuses at that focal length on the A7S. I can already tell that the 28/2.8 will be a favorite walk-around lens on it and I'm certain it's smaller than the FE 28/2 that's rumored to be coming soon. And cheaper.Nov 19, 2014 at 09:18 PM
p.196 #13What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
1. Tamron Adaptall SP 500/8 mirror lens, 82 mm Hoya UV and polarising filters, all for A$50 - very happy!
2. Fuji GA645
2. Fuji GA645
Nov 19, 2014 at 10:48 PM
p.196 #14What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
I guess it can't be considered "alt" now that Sony has their own forum, but I picked up an SAL 70-400mm f4-5.6G OSS II last night. Now I wish I had held on to my LA-EA4 adapter...
Nov 20, 2014 at 11:38 AM
p.196 #15What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
shirozina wrote:
40mm F2 Rokkor for CL - small and totally up to the job on the A7r.
this combination could make me move away from fujifilm
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40mm F2 Rokkor for CL - small and totally up to the job on the A7r.
this combination could make me move away from fujifilm
r
Nov 20, 2014 at 12:12 PM
p.196 #16What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
OM System Zuiko 21mm f/3.5 (multi-coated)
Immaculate. Made in June 1996, so very definitely one of the last OMs.
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Immaculate. Made in June 1996, so very definitely one of the last OMs.
Nov 20, 2014 at 05:45 PM
p.196 #17What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
pdmphoto wrote:
I have cleaned the lens elements of many older lenses and even reconditioned my old Yashica Mat and I thought I gave this one a try. My worst fear is that the retaining ring are glued. It turned out it was very easy to remove and unscrew the lens retaining rings. It didn't take look before all of the lens elements came out. I can tell you one thing...the lens elements in the Tamron sp 90 f2.5 are some of the heaviest and thickness kinds I have cleaned for a 35mm lens. Half of the entire lens weight came from the lens elements alone.
Some rubbing alcohol and couple of wipe downs...all the haze and oil were gone. There were few dust left but after spending more than 2 hours cleaning it over and over again, I just left it at that for a $57 lens. Right now, I could probably sell it for $150. It even came with a leather case and the original box!!! Once the 1/3 of the rear lens elements have been removed, I could gain access to the focusing barrel alignment grooves or tracks. Added some oil and grease there....the focusing ring is all smooth and nice now.I have this nice macro lens also. It is prone to internal hazing. Out of 4 copies I've had over the last 7-8 years, only the last has no internal haze. Now its on the B&S sell board for $100, but no interest. There's a nice pic I posted there taken with the lens on my A7R. It works great with the A7R but I have too many macro lenses 
The haze issue has much to do with the lens internal design. When the focus is at the max distance (closest), there is a big gap between the last of the rear lens elements to the ones at the center. This gap is exposed to the internal chamber of the lens barrel. If oil or grease begins to gas off due to the extreme heat or the environments, moisture can get to the rear lens elements. Is an easy fix once you open the rear lens elements. BTW, how smooth is your focusing ring on your Tamron? After oiling and lubing mine, it has gotten smoother but not silky smooth. I mainly used this lens for my DSLR scanning my medium format film negatives. I did some initial testing on my D7000 at wide open. Is sharp even at wide open, on a 16mp body no less.
TooManyShots wrote
I bought the legendary Tamron sp 90 f2.5 last week and it arrived today. I only paid $57 for it!!! A catch?? There has to be a catch. The barrel appearance looks used in a good bargain condition keh.com kind of way. The focus ring is stiff and the inner lens elements were showing some sort of haze.I have cleaned the lens elements of many older lenses and even reconditioned my old Yashica Mat and I thought I gave this one a try. My worst fear is that the retaining ring are glued. It turned out it was very easy to remove and unscrew the lens retaining rings. It didn't take look before all of the lens elements came out. I can tell you one thing...the lens elements in the Tamron sp 90 f2.5 are some of the heaviest and thickness kinds I have cleaned for a 35mm lens. Half of the entire lens weight came from the lens elements alone.
Some rubbing alcohol and couple of wipe downs...all the haze and oil were gone. There were few dust left but after spending more than 2 hours cleaning it over and over again, I just left it at that for a $57 lens. Right now, I could probably sell it for $150. It even came with a leather case and the original box!!! Once the 1/3 of the rear lens elements have been removed, I could gain access to the focusing barrel alignment grooves or tracks. Added some oil and grease there....the focusing ring is all smooth and nice now.
The haze issue has much to do with the lens internal design. When the focus is at the max distance (closest), there is a big gap between the last of the rear lens elements to the ones at the center. This gap is exposed to the internal chamber of the lens barrel. If oil or grease begins to gas off due to the extreme heat or the environments, moisture can get to the rear lens elements. Is an easy fix once you open the rear lens elements. BTW, how smooth is your focusing ring on your Tamron? After oiling and lubing mine, it has gotten smoother but not silky smooth. I mainly used this lens for my DSLR scanning my medium format film negatives. I did some initial testing on my D7000 at wide open. Is sharp even at wide open, on a 16mp body no less.
Nov 20, 2014 at 05:47 PM
p.196 #18What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Cool! I have been using my new to me FujiFilm GA645zi
Need to send off two rolls to get developed.
lenticular11 wrote:
2. Fuji GA645
Need to send off two rolls to get developed.
lenticular11 wrote:
2. Fuji GA645
Nov 20, 2014 at 08:25 PM
p.196 #19What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
I have a Leica Wate that was delivered at about 5:00 PM today for my A7r.
http://static.bhphoto.com/images/images500x500/461971.jpg
Rich
http://static.bhphoto.com/images/images500x500/461971.jpg
Rich
Nov 20, 2014 at 08:46 PM
p.196 #20What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Not bad for a $57 lens, Tamron sp 90mm f2.5 marco...at F2.5 on a D7000 no less. Amazing sharpness even for a 20 year-old lens, on a 16mp body. It appears the sharpness has improved after using a very, very diluted solution of Simple Green to clean up the oil smear residues. Rubbing alcohol didn't work in this case.
My CO2 tank.... by vracing, on Flickr
Amazing sharpness even for a 20 year-old lens, on a 16mp body. It appears the sharpness has improved after using a very, very diluted solution of Simple Green to clean up the oil smear residues. Rubbing alcohol didn't work in this case. My CO2 tank.... by vracing, on FlickrNov 21, 2014 at 12:21 PM