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He Hemmmm ... isn't that Fuji lenses?"We are delighted with Leica's decision to launch an adapter that provides their customers with a compelling opportunity to embrace the acknowledged ultimate superiority of our medium format H System lenses," says Dr. Larry Hansen, Hasselblad chairman and CEO
"Every Hasselblad lens has been designed and produced to the most exacting and meticulous standards and discerning photographers worldwide are well aware that the image quality of any camera is only as good as the lens that forms the image."
They are, but that's because Hasselblad keeps selling those re-branded Fuji cameras :ROTFL:He Hemmmm ... isn't that Fuji lenses?
Not that expensive at all. Check out the price of the CONRUS adapter (Sony NEX to EOS lenses with partial compatibility).Just saw the price on that adaptor. I shall now scream several four naughty words to reflect its four digit price. Yeoooooooooooooooooooooooow!
Given the size of Leica, it was probably a one man operation alsoNot that expensive at all. Check out the price of the CONRUS adapter (Sony NEX to EOS lenses with partial compatibility).
However, I find it it interesting that Leica made this out to be a big deal- how they worked very hard to crack the codes, etc while the CONRUS is a one man operation (AFAIK)!
I think 1/3rd the price of the Leica adapter. However, the adapter housing is a modification of a mass produced adapter of certain quality. Also, we are dealing with ~1/4th image areas.The Conrus adaptor is under half the price isn't it?
Probably, Marc.Given the size of Leica, it was probably a one man operation also
Plus, the H to S is a fully functional adapter, including leaf-shutter ... not just "partial".
-Marc
So would others that I know. That Contax 55mm and 80/2 would be sweet, as would the 120/4 Macro and 350 APO. Plus the bellows, and ... and ...Now if they could only come out with a C-lens adapter... I might actually consider an S2.
True, but too politely?The more practical aspect for S2 owners is the ability to rent AF/LS/FP lenses that are readily available almost anywhere. In effect, the H to S adapter not only fills out the focal length gaps, it is the backup to the S lens system ... which eliminates a huge barrier for professional applications (or enthusiasts that travel). Even IF Leica were to flesh out the lens line-up, I seriously doubt the whole lens system would be carried by as many rental houses as the H lenses are.
-Marc
It is also a smart move from Leica imho in getting people on board that do not necessarily immediately expect a more complete lineup. The assumption is that they will soon announce the S3 and when they do there will be a significant amount of S2 bodies that end up on the used market. They will most likely still be fairly expensive but the fact that you can use Hasselblad HC lenses which are quite plentiful on the used market makes it easier to take the plunge. Good strategic thinking.The adapter is (IMHO) a minimum requirement, not just backup.