thanks for getting this thread re/starter PLM: appreciate the B&Ws, and the color shots as well by our man in sweden with the RD-1s. I, too, have had my mind set on the CV 28/2, if not just for use with the RD-1s for the lens' speed alone. Ive had the Biogon 28/2.8 for some years and have liked it very much, but its a bit slow for a "normal" lens on the Epson which makes it a 42mm. I like the Biogons color rendition more than with B&W on film.
That said, I would really like to see a side-by-side comparison of the CV 28/2 and the Biogon 28/2.8.......recent posts seem to be hinting at the same. Maybe see them side X side in B&W, color; on film vs digital...........
Interesting points being made about the focus shift issues, and shift on film vs digital with these lenses.......Its reassuring to hear, I just thought my eyes were playing tricks on me, or I was simply losing my mind. Now, though, I hope not to blame every mis-focus on the equipment alone.
There was also some talk about the CV35/1.4. I bought it simply out of theory: small. light, fast, quality CV make, SC for B&W, and affordable.......and b/c I didnt have a sample to try out first. I actually quite like the lens, especially what it does with B&W in low light...though I have noticed some focus shift wide open at minimum distance focus in moderate light. I've especially been impressed with its rendition on the Epson, even though it turns it into a 52mm, the B&W Epson images are actually quite nice: an interesting mix of nostalgic rendition and s/w creamy bokeh.....
But back to the theme at hand: the CV 28/2 which I dont have.....versus the Biogon 28/2.8 which I do have:
username Avotius posted his experience of the Biogon (Link), and we see a lot of praise for this lens in the posts. I must say, the color images he presented generally puts the Biogon in "a good light", and some of the images are pretty stunning (see the initial shot of the trees). Anyone have both lenses which they can post some comparisons????
