Some time ago Bastian reviewed the Tokina 35mm f2.8 macro. The lens I am talking about today is a significantly upgraded version of the same optical design, in Pentax mount. This is just a quick review, in which I mainly confine myself to how it’s improved over the lens Bastian reviewed. The lens is, … Continue reading HD Pentax DA 35mm f2.8 Macro LTD: a quick report.
Introduction The Voigtlander 35mm 1.4 Nokton E “classic” was announced alongside the Voigtlander 40mm 1.2 Nokton E and after a slight delay just hit the shelves (02/18). The “classic” designation relates to the heritage of this lens as its symmetrical optical design is very similar to the older M-mount 35mm 1.4. What can we expect … Continue reading Review: Voigtlander 35mm 1.4 Nokton E Classic
For this independent review I bought the Sony Sonnar FE 1.8/55 ZA T* and used it for a period of several months during which I performed many tests and used it in a wide range of applications. Sample Images
Released in 1981 the Minolta MD 28mm 1:2 is Minoltas joungest manual 28 mm lens. In this review I test it on the a7II to see how relevant it is today. Specifications Diameter 64 mm Length 50 mm Filter Thread 49 mm Weight 265 g Max. Magnification 1:8 Close Focusing Distance from the sensor 0.3 … Continue reading Review: Minolta MD 28mm 1:2
P: Hi Bob, can you tell us a little bit about yourself and how you came to use manual lenses? B: I’m originally from New York City but oddly enough, I’ve never really photographed there. I live in the suburbs of Minneapolis, MN and work downtown. Hence, you can usually find me photographing both natural and … Continue reading The Manual Photographers Series Part 8: Bob Israel