What is the best mf 35mm lens to put on a GF1

[Wesson]

This is one reason I question pixel peeping on the web isn't a very good way of accessing lens performance These files are from Jpegs not Raw, automatically sharpened and reduced to 50kb from the original 28Mb. And this is the 14-45mm at f5.6. So bearing in mind this and the fact I am the village idiot I don't reckon it's bad.

I really must dust that model.

Whatever, doing this has shortened the day a bit.

Doesn't C/Y stand for Contax/Yashica?

 

[scho]

I like the Contax G 35mm f/2. Very sharp across the frame, close focus capable, small size (compared to the SLR 35s), and just feels perfect on the GF1. You will need an adapter so see: http://contaxgm43.wordpress.com/

 

[RonSmith]

I've had a 35 Summicron v. IV since 1984 that I like very much with both my G1 and GF1.

This was taken with the Summicron on my G1

 

[richie15]

Ron, that is the kind of sharpness I am after. Thanks for your post.

 

[RonSmith]

Ron, that is the kind of sharpness I am after. Thanks for your post.

Glad to help.


Here is a link to the full-res of that picture. Didn't want to post that large an image here.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronssmith/3764848736/sizes/o/in/set-72157619167864622/

 

[monza]

These were all taken with a 35/2 Carl Zeiss 35/2 Planar on a GF1:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rjagitsch/sets/72157623844242522/

 

[richie15]

Glad to help.


Here is a link to the full-res of that picture. Didn't want to post that large an image here.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronssmith/3764848736/sizes/o/in/set-72157619167864622/

That is stunning, only problem is the cost :salute:

 

[RonSmith]

That is stunning, only problem is the cost :salute:

Not really ... I only paid about $465 for it. :toocool:

 

[richie15]

Not really ... I only paid about $465 for it. :toocool:

But was that in 1984

 

[richie15]

These were all taken with a 35/2 Carl Zeiss 35/2 Planar on a GF1:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rjagitsch/sets/72157623844242522/

Please dont take offence and I have seen your stunning images with the Zeiss but I am not sure I can get on with your adapter. If I was closer I would love the opportunity to try it out.

 

[monza]

The Zeiss focus closer than the Leica M Summicron, and cost about $200-$250

 

[monza]

Please dont take offence and I have seen your stunning images with the Zeiss but I am not sure I can get on with your adapter. If I was closer I would love the opportunity to try it out.

Closer? Where are you?

If not my adapter, any adapter. The Zeiss is that good, and can't be beat on price either.

 

[richie15]

Closer? Where are you?

If not my adapter, any adapter. The Zeiss is that good, and can't be beat on price either.

The UK I am afraid, I have seen the images of the 45mm as well :toocool:

 

[monza]

I'm shipping some to London, if you are nearby.

 

[richie15]

Yes, very close. I will drop you a pm

 

[RonSmith]

By the way, Richie, Monza (aka Robert) is a first rate gentleman and a pleasure to do business with.

 

[richie15]

By the way, Richie, Monza (aka Robert) is a first rate gentleman and a pleasure to do business with.

Thanks Ron, I think the Zeiss is a good call, I am just not 100% about having the wheel on the adapter.

 

[seakayaker]

Sharpness and color? Zeiss Contax Distagon 35/1.4! You'll also get superb contrast for free.

Cheers!

Abbazz

Just wanted to mention that you photos displayed at the flickr link are outstanding!

Thanks for sharing.

Did you use the GF1 or other 4/3 camera to take these shots?


Life is Grand!
~

 

[dazedproductions]

Closer? Where are you?

If not my adapter, any adapter. The Zeiss is that good, and can't be beat on price either.

I am one of the Londoners and your welcome to have a play with the adapter when it arrives if you can get to London. Don't have the 45 but have the 35 and the 90mm to play with.

 

[richie15]

I am one of the Londoners and your welcome to have a play with the adapter when it arrives if you can get to London. Don't have the 45 but have the 35 and the 90mm to play with.

That sounds fantastic if you dont mind, I will drop you a pm.