HU: 90 Hex

[cp_ste.croix]

Damn it, I never win these auctions. Anyone want to sell me their hex at a good price?

Anyone?

<crickets>

 

[cp_ste.croix]

Well Krosya your pics (and a few others around the net) convinced me to pick one up...I ended up paying $500 including shipping ao I'm pretty happy. Now I'm just waiting for it to arrive.

Question though, how do you find focussing at max ap? Are you using a .72vf?

 

[Krosya]

Well Krosya your pics (and a few others around the net) convinced me to pick one up...I ended up paying $500 including shipping ao I'm pretty happy. Now I'm just waiting for it to arrive.

Question though, how do you find focussing at max ap? Are you using a .72vf?

Congrats on the lens!. I'm sure you will enjoy it. I use mine on M6 with x72 and on Hexar RF, which is even lower and it works fine wide open. Just takes a little practice. After all 2.8 still gives you just enough DOF to cover for minor focus issues.
Dont forget to post some pics after you get to use it!

 

[peter_n]

I used an earlier one on a 0.72x M and focusing was fine. I have a new one now and it's on a 0.85x abd so focusing is easier but I didn't really have any problems before. It is an excellent lens to use, size and ergonomics are good.

 

[cp_ste.croix]

yeah, it was an 'accidental' ebay win...my gf actually understood when I told her that I just bid for fun and didn't expect to win it. I am blessed...though I won't be getting my ZM 35 any time soon, as there is a bit of a moratorium on new gear purchasing in my house right now.

I can't wait to start shooting with it.

 

[Krosya]

Another Hexanon 90 wide open photo - love that lens!

 

[Krosya]

And more from the Hexanon 90/2.8. All wide open: