No: it's diffraction limited and has a very flat field. The photo adapter does a nice job of matching any back focal distance, including special macro setups...
Hello, I bought 10 days ago a Dynax 5 (Maxxum 5 for USA), and I was extremely happy of the choice. So I decided to buy on eBay new lenses: Minolta AF...
In reality does anyone shoot wide open in macro ? I mean, I do well at 70mm F4 macro, most of the times im at 5.6 or smaller, but that's at 70mm. Will 50mm be...
You might want to check out the specs.
I was under the impression the 3.5 version does not go 1:1 macro.
I own the 2.8 version.
Focus is quick, focus lock...
I just finished processing my first roll of Macophot PO100. I am waiting anxiously for the film to dry but the results look so far so good...hope to have some...
I'm not too familiar with the f/3.5 model. According to the Maxxum lens chart (http://www.minoltausa.com/eprise/main/MinoltaUSA/MUSAContent/CPG/CPG ...
No David, it is a European emulsion. I think it comes from Croatia. I hope to send some crisp photos to theminoltians website this evening. Here is a link...
I forgot to mention that this was all shot on Maxxum 800si with various lenses, including a Sigma 180mm f/5.6 macro, a Minolta 70-210mm f/4 and 35-70mm f/4. ...
For those of you who might be interested, Practical Photography features a test of fast telephoto lenses in August 2004 issue. Regardless of whether you love...
I can't wait to see how this Minolta D7 is going to compare with the other DSLR.s The only thing that I don't think I am going to dislike it is the 1.5x...
Hi all, I am going to Las Vegas for a trade show in about 2 weeks. I thought this would be a good opportunity to take a couple of extra days and go to the...
I was reading an old photo magazine from the mid 80's and saw in the back, a shop that advertized a 135mm f/2 AF lens. I have never heard of this lens before....
... Good teles cost even more money, and you get those "for free" with a crop factor. Ironically, those with modest lens lineups (or those not wanting to spend...
... It must have been. There are only 135/2.8 and 100/2, but there was a 135/2 in MD mount. http://www.rokkor.com/_slr135mm/min135_table/m135_26.jpg ...
Hi Brett, I'd seriously suggest dumping the Velvia & getting a bunch of Astia. The colors are somewhat muted (compared to Velvia), but they are still amazing....
Agreed - mostly... One thing though, the 135 STF now becomes a 216mm STF. The 85/1.4 becomes a 135/1.4. The 50/1.4 becomes a 80/1.4... This might upset the...
... Yeah, the STF will turn pretty much unusable, I agree with that -- bummer! On the other hand, portraits are B/W territory for me anyway, and I will likely...
Thanks Paul, Great website. Astia does look promising! I haven't placed my order yet, so I think I will get the Astia instead of the Velvia. Also, I am...
... Croatia. I hope ... Actually Maco is German. They tend to buy discontinued formulations from the big film companies e.g. AGFA and continue to produce...
I'm getting goosebumps just thinking about using the 300/2.8 with the 2X for surfing. Even with the 1.4X it becomes 672mm. I no longer have to add the 1.4X...
I knew that I would get plenty of healthy correct responses. I guess the Efke is the Croatian film. I like the smoothness and fineness of the grain in the...
Brett, here are my suggestions, and feel free to ignore them. First, if you have to order your film, have it shipped to your hotel in Vegas. This will save...
Marek, I saw the same article in a Border Books here (in the U.S.). My reactions are fairly close to yours. Back (seems like a couple of years ago) when...
Wow! Thanks for a really great detailed post! I have the 70-210mm 4.5-5.6 and the filter size would be 49mm. I know what you are saying about softening it up...
Brett, I disagree with Paul about using Astia at the Grand Canyon. That is Velvia territory. Although the Astia has slightly finer grain, Velvia still has...
Brett - I'd say your lens selection is just fine, for both Vegas and the Canyon. Pack the Polarizer for Hoover Dam/Lake Mead, as the water can usually use a...
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