MC or SC on Cv 35/40 lens?

kshapero

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What's the difference between the MC and Sc lenses? And why is single coated more expensive than multi coated?:angel:
 
Some users prefer SC, single coated or blue, coated lenses for B&W over "modern" MC, multicoated and tan, lenses. Modern SC lenses are a special item sold at a premium.

The Summicron C is a bargin in this regard.

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FPJ
 
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I have two Xenar lenses. One is single coated, and one is multi-coated. I shoot black and white only.

I prefer the single coated lens because the reach into the shadows is almost a stop better, and the overall contrast to the image is reduced. This makes a negative that is easy to expose and print.
 
I have the CV 40mm/f1.4 MC and i love the hell out of it. I have the crazy idea to get the SC for another body. then load color film on the MC lens and B/W on the SC lens. Am I crazy or what?
 
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