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p.77 #1What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
I just got these two for my Olympus OM-D EM-5.
SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4
Tele-Lentar 135mm f/2.8
SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4
Tele-Lentar 135mm f/2.8
Jul 16, 2012 at 09:36 PM
p.77 #2What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
rji2goleez wrote:
It's here . . . but now I need that NEX adapter!
Trying to decide whether to keep for the NEX or adapt for EOS. I have G 45/2 for the NEX and the Zeiss 50MP for the 5D3. I think it could fill a fun niche on both. Thoughts?
sweet! i say convert it unless you think you might use it on film. it's an awesome lens on both platforms and there are lots of eos to NEX adapters.
It's here . . . but now I need that NEX adapter!
Trying to decide whether to keep for the NEX or adapt for EOS. I have G 45/2 for the NEX and the Zeiss 50MP for the 5D3. I think it could fill a fun niche on both. Thoughts?
sweet! i say convert it unless you think you might use it on film. it's an awesome lens on both platforms and there are lots of eos to NEX adapters.
Jul 16, 2012 at 10:52 PM
p.77 #3What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Bifurcator wrote:
Oh man... I've been trying to sell my OM Zuiko - 300/4.5 for about 4 months now... :-/
Don't worry.This must happen one day.I'm usually not buying outside the EU.Duties,taxes and costs of shipment make it 25-30% more expensive.
Oh man... I've been trying to sell my OM Zuiko - 300/4.5 for about 4 months now... :-/
Don't worry.This must happen one day.I'm usually not buying outside the EU.Duties,taxes and costs of shipment make it 25-30% more expensive.
Jul 17, 2012 at 03:13 AM
p.77 #4What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
rji2goleez wrote:
It's here . . . but now I need that NEX adapter!
Trying to decide whether to keep for the NEX or adapt for EOS. I have G 45/2 for the NEX and the Zeiss 50MP for the 5D3. I think it could fill a fun niche on both. Thoughts?
sebboh wrote:
sweet! i say convert it unless you think you might use it on film. it's an awesome lens on both platforms and there are lots of eos to NEX adapters.
was thinking the same, I was going to convert all my MC's to EOS, but decided not to,
with the hope that a FF EVIL will arrive within the year and I won't need to.
The best thing about the MC PG is that you can change it to EOS and back with out causing any damage, same with the 58/1.4
The Rokkor 58/1.4 and 21/2.8 I picked up recently look to be nice and sharp.
It's here . . . but now I need that NEX adapter!
Trying to decide whether to keep for the NEX or adapt for EOS. I have G 45/2 for the NEX and the Zeiss 50MP for the 5D3. I think it could fill a fun niche on both. Thoughts?
sebboh wrote:
sweet! i say convert it unless you think you might use it on film. it's an awesome lens on both platforms and there are lots of eos to NEX adapters.
was thinking the same, I was going to convert all my MC's to EOS, but decided not to,
with the hope that a FF EVIL will arrive within the year and I won't need to.
The best thing about the MC PG is that you can change it to EOS and back with out causing any damage, same with the 58/1.4
The Rokkor 58/1.4 and 21/2.8 I picked up recently look to be nice and sharp.
Jul 17, 2012 at 05:05 AM
p.77 #5What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Got myself a mint Contax 80mm f2. This is my Hassy 110mm replacement. 
Jul 17, 2012 at 02:09 PM
p.77 #6What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
LightShow wrote:
Trying to decide whether to keep for the NEX or adapt for EOS. I have G 45/2 for the NEX and the Zeiss 50MP for the 5D3. I think it could fill a fun niche on both. Thoughts?was thinking the same, I was going to convert all my MC's to EOS, but decided not to,
with the hope that a FF EVIL will arrive within the year and I won't need to.
The best thing about the MC PG is that you can change it to EOS and back with out causing any damage, same with the 58/1.4
The Rokkor 58/1.4 and 21/2.8 I picked up recently look to be nice and sharp.
I will likely make the Buchanan conversion but first, I'll test the lens with the NEX adapter that should arrive tomorrow. With the EOS conversion, I can use it either way.
rji2goleez wrote
It's here . . . but now I need that NEX adapter!Trying to decide whether to keep for the NEX or adapt for EOS. I have G 45/2 for the NEX and the Zeiss 50MP for the 5D3. I think it could fill a fun niche on both. Thoughts?
sebboh wrote
sweet! i say convert it unless you think you might use it on film. it's an awesome lens on both platforms and there are lots of eos to NEX adapters.with the hope that a FF EVIL will arrive within the year and I won't need to.
The best thing about the MC PG is that you can change it to EOS and back with out causing any damage, same with the 58/1.4
The Rokkor 58/1.4 and 21/2.8 I picked up recently look to be nice and sharp.
I will likely make the Buchanan conversion but first, I'll test the lens with the NEX adapter that should arrive tomorrow. With the EOS conversion, I can use it either way.
Jul 17, 2012 at 03:01 PM
p.77 #7What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
briantho wrote:
Got myself a mint Contax 80mm f2. This is my Hassy 110mm replacement.
Different character though... How are you adapting them? Can you operate the aperture?
Got myself a mint Contax 80mm f2. This is my Hassy 110mm replacement.
Different character though... How are you adapting them? Can you operate the aperture?
Jul 17, 2012 at 03:53 PM
p.77 #8What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
carstenw wrote:
Different character though... How are you adapting them? Can you operate the aperture?
Actually, MTF looks identical. There is a pic in the NEX with alt glass that shows adaption, but no, aperture can't be operated, so I need to choose one to go out with.
briantho wrote
Got myself a mint Contax 80mm f2. This is my Hassy 110mm replacement.Actually, MTF looks identical. There is a pic in the NEX with alt glass that shows adaption, but no, aperture can't be operated, so I need to choose one to go out with.
Jul 17, 2012 at 04:03 PM
p.77 #9What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
I had the 110/2 Hasselblad, and still own the Contax 80/2. I do prefer the Hasselblad's rendering, although both are interesting lenses. I think the Hasselblad has a sharper look (I don't know if this is reflected in the MTF).
Jul 17, 2012 at 04:06 PM
p.77 #10What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
No, according to MTF they are the same. You told me before you thought the 110 wasn't sharp?
Jul 17, 2012 at 04:20 PM
p.77 #11What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
My copy. But only wide open on technical matter. It had an awesome look, and stopped down a bit, like any decent Zeiss, it was very sharp. The 80/2 is also a bit soft wide open.
Jul 17, 2012 at 04:27 PM
p.77 #12What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
My copy of the 110 was anything but soft wide open. You'll be seeing photos from this 80 soon. We'll see how it compares.
Jul 17, 2012 at 04:53 PM
p.77 #13What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
So I was watching this auction on the bay for a Minolta MD 135/2 out of curiosity, mostly. Now I'm curious to see if it was someone here who picked it up. Anyone willing to confess/claim bragging rights? I'd love to hear about the performance.
Jul 18, 2012 at 12:32 AM
p.77 #15What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
OM 50/1.4 with cool looking OM Hood,
SMC Pentax-m 200mm f/4
SMC Pentax-m 200mm f/4
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Jul 19, 2012 at 09:49 AM
p.77 #16What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Huh. That is a cool hood. I've never seen that before.
Jul 19, 2012 at 09:54 AM
p.77 #17What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Me neither.
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freaklikeme wrote:
So I was watching this auction on the bay for a Minolta MD 135/2 out of curiosity, mostly. Now I'm curious to see if it was someone here who picked it up. Anyone willing to confess/claim bragging rights? I'd love to hear about the performance.
Winning bid: US $910.00
Well, it for sure wasn't me! Although I would have paid $75 to $100 for it. 
Wait... don't I have an MD 135/2.... Checks cabinet... ：P
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freaklikeme wrote:
So I was watching this auction on the bay for a Minolta MD 135/2 out of curiosity, mostly. Now I'm curious to see if it was someone here who picked it up. Anyone willing to confess/claim bragging rights? I'd love to hear about the performance.
Winning bid: US $910.00
Well, it for sure wasn't me! Although I would have paid $75 to $100 for it. Wait... don't I have an MD 135/2.... Checks cabinet... ：PJul 19, 2012 at 09:58 AM
p.77 #18What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Nikkor 35/1.4 AI'D
Nikkor 85/1.8 AI'D
Tamron 500/8 BBAR Mirror
Nikkor 85/1.8 AI'D
Tamron 500/8 BBAR Mirror
Jul 19, 2012 at 11:25 AM
p.77 #19What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
Bifurcator wrote:
Winning bid: US $910.00
Well, it for sure wasn't me! Although I would have paid $75 to $100 for it. Wait... don't I have an MD 135/2.... Checks cabinet... ：P<Shakes Head>
So what's the deal with the hood?
Jul 19, 2012 at 12:44 PM
p.77 #20What is your most recent (alt) lens purchase?
ISO1600 wrote:
Nikkor 85/1.8 AI'D
That's one of the freaking best Nikkors ever!
Nikkor 85/1.8 AI'D
That's one of the freaking best Nikkors ever!
Jul 19, 2012 at 12:50 PM