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ManualFocus-G
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ManualFocus-G wrote:
No, I'm not talking about the sort of thing you expect to see swinging about between the hind legs of a Grand National winner, but rather my new Pentacon 300mm!
It absolutely dwarves the smaller lenses in the series...what a monster!
Left to right:
Pentacon 300/4, 200/4, 135/2.8, 100/2.8, 50/1.8, 30/3.5, 29/2.8
Can't wait to get it out in the field, close range tests already promise some nice bokeh from all those lovely blades 
Compared to the 135/2.8 bokeh monster which, quite frankly, doesn't look quite so monsterous anymore!!! 
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Attila wrote:
... and it has beautiful bokeh and quiet good sharpness even at wide open.
congrats!!
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ManualFocus-G
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ManualFocus-G wrote:
Attila, it's the first time I've been *really* excited about a new lens for ages and I can't wait to take it out I will likely need someone to carry it for me though 
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Dr.AK
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Dr.AK wrote:
Well, perfect for shooting from dark alleyways - no need to worry about being mugged when you have THAT.
I'd like to see that mounted to a camera, heh.
And some shots once you've tried it out of course!
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CarbonR
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CarbonR wrote:
If I still had the Pentacon 300/4 I had, I'd show you what a real huge lens is, that makes the Pentacon so tiny 
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Lloydy wrote:
You're not far wrong there, it is huge. 
(and very nice  )
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ManualFocus-G
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ManualFocus-G wrote:
| CarbonR wrote: |
| If I still had the Pentacon 300/4 I had, I'd show you what a real huge lens is, that makes the Pentacon so tiny |
Oooh I'm intrigued!
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estudleon wrote:
I like it so much.
Congrats.
Rino.
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CarbonR
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CarbonR wrote:
| ManualFocus-G wrote: |
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| If I still had the Pentacon 300/4 I had, I'd show you what a real huge lens is, that makes the Pentacon so tiny |
Oooh I'm intrigued! |
Takumar 500/4.5 : 45cm long
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| Posted: Wed Nov 10, 2010 9:05 pm Post subject: |
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LucisPictor wrote:
A real giant.
Be careful not to bang that lens at a wall or something. I've heard that despite the monstrous size the diaphragm blades are very delicate!
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Big Dawg
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Big Dawg wrote:
I had the Meyer 300 f/4 and it is really the same lens. Very sharp and contrasty with good color rendition. Heavy sucker though. I shot mine mainly hand held and the weight helps to steady it. Always was uncomfortable to keep hanging from the neck strap for longer than an hour or two though. I could sit for hours watching the Iris blades open and close. Beautiful sight. A very very nice addition to any collection. Congratulations.
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Big Dawg
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Big Dawg wrote:
Oh yeah. Wait till you get the 500mm big brother. Now that is a monster.
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TBaker wrote:
Holy Crap! That's one big muther.
Is that M42 mount? |
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ManualFocus-G wrote:
Looks like I have some bigger lenses to collect then!
This one has the M42 mount I've seen a copy of the 500mm version, but it's near on £300.00 which I'd rather spend on a more convenient modern lens like the Sigma 120-400-4-5.6.
I was just taken aback by the sheer girth of this thing, it even frightens my Canon 300/4L
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| Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010 12:52 pm Post subject: |
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hexi wrote:
Impressive ! I witnessed this lens last weekend, it's almost a weapon : )
i wonder how you'll manage it, cos for me the 135mm was already "heavy"
good luck, i am curious as for the first tests
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martyn_bannister wrote:
Yeah, come on, show us the result |
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caspert79
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caspert79 wrote:
Lovely diaphragm, especially in that size!!!! |
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Big Dawg
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Big Dawg wrote:
Here is the one I had.
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woodrim wrote:
Hey Dawg, want another?
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Olivier wrote:
WOW.
Congrats Shrek.
Beautiful collection.
Is it bigger than the Sonnar 300 ?
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ManualFocus-G
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ManualFocus-G wrote:
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WOW.
Congrats Shrek.
Beautiful collection.
Is it bigger than the Sonnar 300 ? |
Um, not sure! Do I haev to get that one as well now?!
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tikkathree wrote:
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| Do I have to get that one as well now?! |
You knew the answer to that question before you'd finished thinking it.
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Laurentiu Cristofor
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| Posted: Fri Nov 12, 2010 11:32 pm Post subject: Re: It's HUGE! |
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Laurentiu Cristofor wrote:
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close range tests already promise some nice bokeh from all those lovely blades
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Those lovely blades have no impact on bokeh. They only influence highlight shapes. Bokeh is about out of focus blur - it's about more than just producing circular highlights.
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Big Dawg
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| Posted: Sat Nov 13, 2010 12:13 am Post subject: Re: It's HUGE! |
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Big Dawg wrote:
| Laurentiu Cristofor wrote: |
| ManualFocus-G wrote: |
close range tests already promise some nice bokeh from all those lovely blades
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Those lovely blades have no impact on bokeh. They only influence highlight shapes. Bokeh is about out of focus blur - it's about more than just producing circular highlights. |
Yes,yes....but this lens does have creamy smooth Bokeh.
Yes I would like another but right now I'm strapped for cash. No sale today my friend.
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ManualFocus-G
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| Posted: Sat Nov 13, 2010 12:13 am Post subject: Re: It's HUGE! |
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ManualFocus-G wrote:
| Laurentiu Cristofor wrote: |
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close range tests already promise some nice bokeh from all those lovely blades
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Those lovely blades have no impact on bokeh. They only influence highlight shapes. Bokeh is about out of focus blur - it's about more than just producing circular highlights. |
I know, and perhaps the comment was a touch flippant. However, in this case the combination of glass and blades makes buttery smooth bokeh and nice round highlights. Which I like
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