MC Mir 24m cf. S-M-C Takumar 2/35mm

themoleman342 · Expire: 2013-01-24

Let me begin by saying there is nothing clinical about these test. I tried to get the same focus point. I tried (and failed) to get the same angle. I took 1 picture, swapped lenses, and took 1 picture. Take from it what you will but please don't lecture me on testing procedure. This is all just in good fun. Very Happy

Both wide open @f2, Sony a850 @200, ISO 2000.

My opinion: "real world" sharpness is similar @f2. Takumar's highlights appear stronger: more pronounced ring (could have to do with angle). Mir's bokeh, by contrast, looks a bit smoother. Takumar is warmer: yellowing has been corrected to around ~90% clear. Remaining yellowing will still show some cast, even with auto WB. Both have a good dimensional quality.

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Mir:

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~Marc

Smoli4 · Expire: 2013-06-07

thanks its good to see samples from them side by side