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Post by rogprov on Jun 29, 2006 14:28:15 GMT -5
I think the above although a bit different is the same lense formulation.
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Post by rogprov on Jun 29, 2006 14:26:59 GMT -5
Reading a bit further on it appears you've got yourself one of the all time great "cult" lenses!
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Kiron 28-85mm Varifocal Macro Zoom Review (Modern Photography 1981) Kiron's varifocal 28-85mm f/2.8-3.8 zoom rated 34 out of 36 excellent ratings for center and corner sharpness (and the two holdouts were both very goods) at 28, 50, and 85mm. Contrast rated as all highs at 28mm, all but one high at 50mm, and mostly high at 85mm (center).
Based on our lab and field experience with the 28-85, we're happy to say that it performs splendidly - better than any lens in this focal-length range we've tested so far...
The lens close focuses to 1:4 macro shots without the need for macro buttons or special settings. Both the 28mm and 50mm settings were superb by f/5.6. Pincushion distortion was under 1.25%. Light falloff at 28mm was a relatively high 1.4 stops at f/5.6, but only 0.3 stops at 85mm.
Here is an example of a Kiron varifocal mid-range zoom that is very sharp and very contrasty, while delivering its best performance at the wider and faster 28mm end of its range.
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Post by rogprov on Jun 29, 2006 13:01:50 GMT -5
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Post by rogprov on May 31, 2006 15:39:04 GMT -5
Quite an unusual camera I found recently on eBay. One of the few of its era with a 35mm lens, perhaps not what we would call "wide" now but certainly was back then. It came with its original case and the instruction booklet and that nice vented Walz lens hood. Needed a clean up and minor attention but it's now all working and definitely one I shall try out with some film.
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Post by rogprov on Jul 22, 2006 23:59:12 GMT -5
This is Rosie. She'was 14 last May 1st and loves "helping" in the garden. Here she is waiting for my wife to finish on the phone and get back to work. Roger Yashica FR1 and 28mm ML lens. (crop) To a dog you are family to a cat you are staff.
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Post by rogprov on May 16, 2006 12:59:25 GMT -5
It's a Certo Super Sport.
Roger
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Post by rogprov on May 16, 2006 13:03:53 GMT -5
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Zorki 4
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Post by rogprov on Jun 20, 2006 14:02:01 GMT -5
I used to have quite a few FSU cameras but they have gradually been sold on except a Fed 2 and this one, Zorki 6, which is my favourite and I'll be keeping. For me it has most of the features I enjoy. Long base rangefinder Very clear view finder with most distinct rangefinder square. Dioptre focus setting Really nice wind on lever Strap lugs Hinged back Fixed take-up spool Not so good points. No slow speeds Stupid tripod socket placement - like Lieca right on the end! I really enjoy using this camera. Roger
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