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Post by richsilfver on Jul 15, 2006 22:03:07 GMT -5
I've posted this elsewhere as well but I had to share this as I am personally blown away by how well my Sonnar 50/1.5 lens performs - considering the fact that it's from the mid-50'! Camera: Contax IIIa Lens: Sonnar 50/1.5   |
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Post by kiev4a on Jul 15, 2006 22:50:10 GMT -5
The F1.5 Sonnar is a remarkable lens. I took this shot two years ago with my Contax II and the second a few months ago. It's Sonnar was one of the first coated models to leave the factory--1937. I should shoot more with it.   |
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Post by PeterW on Jul 16, 2006 11:40:40 GMT -5
Agree with you absolutely Wayne.
The 1.5 Sonnar on a Contax II is a formidable combination. I haven't used mine for a time, but on Friday I loaded it up with some Ilford B&W C41 film. Hope to get out this week and take some pics with it.
Peter W.
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Post by backalley on Jul 16, 2006 13:40:17 GMT -5
that's my favourite nikki shot!
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Post by richsilfver on Jul 17, 2006 15:00:40 GMT -5
Great photos Brian! One more from me..:  |
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Post by scott on Jul 17, 2006 18:14:51 GMT -5
Those are beautiful, Rich. There's a lot to look at in those photos.
I like the smooth tonal range-- seems slightly compressed. Any tips on how to get that effect? Do you use a fliter? Is it just my imagination, or is there just the slightest hint of some warm green or pink tones?
It's obviously a great portrait lens, but do you also like to use elsewhere, for example outside on the street?
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Post by Rachel on Jul 22, 2006 5:14:39 GMT -5
Rich some lovely photos. Your framing is very interesting, particularly with the first two.
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Post by rover on Jul 22, 2006 21:01:17 GMT -5
Does the Canon 50/1.5 count?  |
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Post by kamera on Jul 23, 2006 15:11:27 GMT -5
Nice shots, all and especially using a 50mm. It can be quite difficult with that lens to get a proper perspective of a face without showing spoof...ie., enlarged nose...out of proportion areas.
For portraits, I use my Nikkor 105/2.8micro.
It is good to retain the skills we learned at the beginning of our photography quests...generally we all learned with a 50mm...congrats, guys.
Ron Head
Kalamazoo, MI
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