mani
Well-known
You'd rather use one of these Frankenstein conversions than the Mamiya 1,9? Oh well - as I could barely give away a boxed near-mint Summicron 90 a couple years ago, I guess it might make financial sense. In terms of aesthetics, I'll stick with the incredible Mamiya lens.
littleearth
Well-known
I love the 1.9 bokeh, it has a lot of character, but there is also the Sekor 110mm f2.8 if you like smooth buttery bokeh. It's an awesome lens if you can find one.
I don't see the point of adapting a CZJ Sonnar 180, it's a huge and clumbsy lens to use on a 645 camera.
I don't see the point of adapting a CZJ Sonnar 180, it's a huge and clumbsy lens to use on a 645 camera.
Peter_S
Peter_S
I believe there are several lenses that you can list here that would return stunning results when you look for examples - is that not the main beauty of MF? Everytime I look at that Pentax 67 treat here on RFF my jaw drops.
That Sekor 110mm f/2.8 looks really tempting as well. Smooooth indeed and would complement the f/1.9 nicely.
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That Sekor 110mm f/2.8 looks really tempting as well. Smooooth indeed and would complement the f/1.9 nicely.
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Spanik
Well-known
Don't have the 110/2.8 to compare, neither the 150/2.8 which has a good reputation. My most used lens is the 55/2.8 N/L. Love that lens.
I only mentioned the CZJ 180/2.8 because if I had to adapt a lens to get a nice bokeh, then that would be my first choice. There are several reasons, most important that I have one around. Otherwise it is just an adaptor ring, not some hacksaw job and 180 is a focal length that is not available in Mamiya. The Mamiya 200/2.8 isn't any less clumsy but a lot more expensive.
I only mentioned the CZJ 180/2.8 because if I had to adapt a lens to get a nice bokeh, then that would be my first choice. There are several reasons, most important that I have one around. Otherwise it is just an adaptor ring, not some hacksaw job and 180 is a focal length that is not available in Mamiya. The Mamiya 200/2.8 isn't any less clumsy but a lot more expensive.
Peter_S
Peter_S
Picked up a 110mm f/2.8 for cheap...now on to some rolls FP4+ to compare the two (-:
kanzlr
Hexaneur
I had a hard time focusing anything with the prism, but the 80/1.9 was the easiest of the lot I used, along with the 150/2.8
With the WLF it was easier, definitely. In the end I sold the M645 Pro I had because critical focus was too hard for me to achieve in less than perfect light, especially under time pressure (wedding shots). I moved to Pentax 645N bodies, and the reasonably fast AF is a delight for what I do. But I do miss the 80/1.9 from time to time, as well as removable backs
With the WLF it was easier, definitely. In the end I sold the M645 Pro I had because critical focus was too hard for me to achieve in less than perfect light, especially under time pressure (wedding shots). I moved to Pentax 645N bodies, and the reasonably fast AF is a delight for what I do. But I do miss the 80/1.9 from time to time, as well as removable backs
nikon_sam
Shooter of Film...
I just got the 70mm 2.8 L/S lens...nice lens and pretty sharp...
I have the 80mm 1.9 (came with my first m645 1000s) but don't use it as much as the others lenses...this is what I have...
45mm...works great with the WLF...
55mm...also works great with the WLF...
70mm L/S...like what I've seen so far
80mm 1.9...used it for a portrait shoot...liked the prints
110mm great lens...might be my favorite
145mm soft focus...haven't used it other than for testing...
150mm...both the 150 & 210 are usable hand-held...
210mm
I have a winder on one body, I like it but sometimes I forget to either turn it "On" or unlock the body...I lock the body because I find I trip the shutter by accident too many times...
My first 1000s body came with the 80mm 1.9 and the Metered Prism Finder, paid about $300 for all of it...
I have the 80mm 1.9 (came with my first m645 1000s) but don't use it as much as the others lenses...this is what I have...
45mm...works great with the WLF...
55mm...also works great with the WLF...
70mm L/S...like what I've seen so far
80mm 1.9...used it for a portrait shoot...liked the prints
110mm great lens...might be my favorite
145mm soft focus...haven't used it other than for testing...
150mm...both the 150 & 210 are usable hand-held...
210mm
I have a winder on one body, I like it but sometimes I forget to either turn it "On" or unlock the body...I lock the body because I find I trip the shutter by accident too many times...
My first 1000s body came with the 80mm 1.9 and the Metered Prism Finder, paid about $300 for all of it...
Peter_S
Peter_S
Thanks again for the info, also the list, Sam!
I am glad I followed your advice. That lens is a true gem. I used a lot of lenses, that one is handsdown just one of the favourites. It has a very long focus throw, but that enables very precise focus. All images are tack-sharp.
I generally like the system a lot...it was meant as a backup but it actually complements the Bessa III wonderfully.
I am glad I followed your advice. That lens is a true gem. I used a lot of lenses, that one is handsdown just one of the favourites. It has a very long focus throw, but that enables very precise focus. All images are tack-sharp.
I generally like the system a lot...it was meant as a backup but it actually complements the Bessa III wonderfully.
Ken Ford
Refuses to suffer fools
Peter, how goes your 645 project? Any new impressions of the lenses you found?
Peter_S
Peter_S
Hi Ken!
I ended up selling the 1000S and the f/1.9 80mm along with it. The Bessa III was just so superior in most ways, and 6x4.5 was not my thing (I have generally reduced my film kit). That said, I used the f/2.8 110mm on an AFD with a digital Kodak back - I miss that combination. I still have the f/2.8 110mm, sans anything to attach it to, hoping to be able to afford another digital Mamiya/Phase One at some point. That lens (110mm) I preferred over the 80mm. Feels very well made too, a beautiful, excellent lens that I bought for a very low price and do not want to part with.
Currently I found myself using wides, so none of theses systems would see much use at the moment.
I ended up selling the 1000S and the f/1.9 80mm along with it. The Bessa III was just so superior in most ways, and 6x4.5 was not my thing (I have generally reduced my film kit). That said, I used the f/2.8 110mm on an AFD with a digital Kodak back - I miss that combination. I still have the f/2.8 110mm, sans anything to attach it to, hoping to be able to afford another digital Mamiya/Phase One at some point. That lens (110mm) I preferred over the 80mm. Feels very well made too, a beautiful, excellent lens that I bought for a very low price and do not want to part with.
Currently I found myself using wides, so none of theses systems would see much use at the moment.
Pioneer
Veteran
I enjoy working with the 645 negative, but not everyone likes it. I now work with the Pentax but have owned a couple Mamiya 645s in the past. Decent cameras and terrific lenses.
Ken Ford
Refuses to suffer fools
Peter, thanks for the update! I have the same experience, sometimes a system or specific gear just doesn't work out in the long term.