Good & Average

[Reiska]

These lenses emigrated to my collection from Haapsalu. Russian Mir -1 1:2.8 - 37 mm wide angle lens. It has six elements in five groups. The overall look is better than what I have red about it's performance. Anyway, it got a Grand Prix in Brussels 1958. Both L39 and M42 mount lenses were made.

The other is a Jupiter 37A. A heavy all metal (410g~14.5 oz), manual preset f/3.5 135mm M 42 lens, made by KMZ. Minimum focusing distance 1,20m. Filter size is 52mm. Lens construction; 4 elements in 3 groups.

I promised myself to proof them some day. It is time to uncork one of my Zenit 12 CD boat anchors ;D

[Peter S.]

Hi Reiska,

I never heared something on the 37mm lens. The 37-A however got an excellent reputation. Most likey both are good performers.

Best regards
Peter