NEW MS-Optics Apoqualia-G 28/2

[jsrockit]

But why does he put the aperture backwards to Leica, Voigtlander, and Zeiss? I don't get it.

Nikon Fan!

 

[michaelwj]

Nikon Fan!

Where is the S mount then!

 

[Archlich]

Mr. Miyazaki's notes on the upcoming Perar 17/4.5 and Aporis 135/2.4:

The Perar is a 4/4 retrofocus (!) type while the Aporis is an Ernostar.

The Aporis will come at 148,000 yen with an optional 1.8x teleconverter (128,000 yen for a non-coupled version with dual spherical aberration & coma adjustment levers). Not exactly cheap but the fluorite-enhanced performance looks superb. Leica's current 135/3.4 ASPH APO-Telyt-M retails for $3795 at B&H...

 

[jonmanjiro]

and an optional 1.8x teleconverter.

1.8x tele-converter or 1.8x eyepiece magnifier for more accurate focusing?

 

[Archlich]

1.8x tele-converter or 1.8x eyepiece magnifier for more accurate focusing?

Thanks for the correction, it should be a magnifier!

 

[jonmanjiro]

Thanks for the correction, it should be a magnifier!

No worries. I figured it must be an eyepiece magnifier rather than a tele-converter as it makes more sense (at least to me).

The fully manual adjustments for SA and coma optimization on the non rangefinder coupled 135/2.4 version are a very interesting addition, and something that I don't think has ever been done before. Will be interesting to see how these adjustments can be used to create different imaging affects.

 

[LukasB]

I'm always very excited for Miyazaki-San's designs. Not that I buy them. I've always had GAS for the Sonnetar 1.1 (and may end up trying one out.) but this 28/2 would already be in my bag if I had a Leica w/ 28 Framelines. The compactness would be lost a little bit if I had to use an optional finder. ):

Nevertheless I very much encourage his Craft. Truly wonderful.

 

[ferider]

My copy arrived. Quite a stunning lens. MiyazakiSan's master piece if you ask me (note that I have a 28mm bias 🙂 ).

Here a size comparison with my other "small" 28mm lenses

Tests came out great, see here if you are interested: https://ferider.smugmug.com/Picture-a-Week/2016/11062016.

Cann't wait to use it in the field.

Roland.

 

[f.hayek]

Mr. Miyazaki's notes on the upcoming Perar 17/4.5 and Aporis 135/2.4:

The Perar is a 4/4 retrofocus (!) type while the Aporis is an Ernostar.

The Aporis will come at 148,000 yen with an optional 1.8x teleconverter (128,000 yen for a non-coupled version with dual spherical aberration & coma adjustment levers). Not exactly cheap but the fluorite-enhanced performance looks superb. Leica's current 135/3.4 ASPH APO-Telyt-M retails for $3795 at B&H...

This is the first I've heard of these 2 additions. Might I enquire where you found out about this?

 

[bayernfan]

how difficult is it to change the aperture with the lens hood attached?

 

[hap]

Hmmmm...it seems to front focus?

 

[ferider]

Hmmmm...it seems to front focus?

You mean my test ? Thanks for looking 🙂

Yes, front focusing about 3cm at 0.8m, wide open.

Note, however, that (1) at a total DOF of 9cm at 0.8m this is still acceptable to me, (2) MiyazakiSan writes in the spec that RF doesn't couple below 0.9m, but my copy does, and finally (3) focus shift puts the focus dead center into the DOF window at f2.8; which I like.

Roland.

 

[michaelwj]

Makes the "new" summaron look huge!

 

[jackstraw]

Several questions:
1-what is the filter size?
2-given how small it is, would using a filter defeat the purpose.
Thank you.

 

[pyeh]

The filter size is 28 mm, as given in his pamphlet that comes with the lens. I've been trying to find one in-store in Sydney but nowhere I've tried stocks one, so I'll have to order online. I think it's worth getting one to protect the front element. The hood is pretty shallow.

 

[jsrockit]

I think it's worth getting one to protect the front element.

Usually the places online that sell the lens have the filters for these MS Optical lenses.

 

[pyeh]

Thanks John, you're right. I'm going to try a local online supplier though because of our awful exchange rate.

 

[Stephen G]

In Japan what retailers carry his stuff?
Looks like Map Camera has some.. anyone else?

 

[pyeh]

Stephen G, I got mine from Japan Camera Hunter by mail order, but I'm pretty sure you could pick one up from him in Tokyo, if he has stock.

 

[jackstraw]

Got mine from Fotopia over ebay. Great service. Beautiful lens. Subsequently, got a 28 mm filter from B and H. Taking it for a stroll this afternoon. Fall colors in Central Park.