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calvin83
Joined: 12 Apr 2009
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 Posted: Sat Feb 22, 2025 6:38 pm Post subject: The new Solinon brand is born |
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calvin83 wrote:
Solinon Optik website: https://solinon.com
 Logo design by Lars(Nordentro)
As some of you know, I am more of a lens enthusiast and collector more than a photographer. After years in collecting manual lenses, I begin to dream that one day I will have my own brand. The more i know about lenses, the more i think i can make my dream come true. Thanks to the help of people and my friends around the world, i am able to officially announce my brand and my first lens Solinon 18mm f/5.6 in Leica M mount today.
I want to say thank you to all the contributors on this forum. This forum provide me the best place to learn about manual lenses.
I want to say thank you to all my friends in this forum, which include to all the forum admins and the members who helped me a lot on my personal business.
I want to say thank you to my colleagues who assistant me during the development and operation.
I want to say thank you to Mr. Chan, the owner of https://chan.nds.hk, on testing my prototypes and teach me many knowledge on manual lenses in person.
I want to say thank you to Lars(Nordentro), the site owner of https://manuellfokus.no/, who joined me on making the brand logo, give me advice and help during the lens development, per-launch and post-launch.
I want to say thank you to my brother in law, who is also a lens enthusiast and collector, on supporting my lens collection and development.
And last, I want to say thank you to my mom. I am beyond thankful for having you as my mom and for all you've done to make me who I am today.
Solinon 18mm f/5.6 + GFX 100S
This is the begin of my new journey. I wish to bring more interesting and fun lenses to all of you soon.
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kansalliskala
Joined: 19 Jul 2007
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kansalliskala wrote:
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Tamron AD1 135/2.8, Soligor 180/3.5; Tamron AD1 300/5.6
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Projects: Agfa Isolette III (no shutter), Canon AE-1D (no sensor),
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Nordentro
Joined: 24 Jun 2010
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Location: Lillehammer, Norway
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| Posted: Sun Feb 23, 2025 8:22 pm Post subject: |
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Nordentro wrote:
Well, I did just a few hours of very interesting volunteer contribution, for my own pleasure. 
Calvin has accomplished something truly remarkable here – designing and producing his own camera lens!
With an impressive blend of technical expertise, precision, and passion for optics, he has created a lens that not only works, but delivers stunning results. This proving what hard work and dedication can achieve.
Congratulations on your first lens Calvin!
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RokkorDoctor
Joined: 27 Nov 2021
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RokkorDoctor wrote:
That looks like a great lens, and some great branding too Calvin! Well done, I'm impressed!
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naplam
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| Posted: Mon Feb 24, 2025 9:28 am Post subject: |
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naplam wrote:
Review on phillipreeve.net
Congrats on the launch, Calvin! |
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calvin83
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calvin83 wrote:
 
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kds315*
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kds315* wrote:
Heartfelt Congratulations Calvin! I know how much work you have invested,
I pray that it will pay off well!!
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COASTAL OPTICS f4/60mm UV-VIS-IR Apo
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simple.joy
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simple.joy wrote:
Wow - very impressive work! Sample images look great indeed. Wishing you great success with it.
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alex ph
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| Posted: Tue Feb 25, 2025 8:38 am Post subject: |
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alex ph wrote:
So, it's official now. Warmest congratulations, Calvin! That is a great move from enthusiast passion to professional trial. Wish you a good luck on this way. |
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calvin83
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calvin83 wrote:
I will do my best bring some exciting lenses to the manual focus lens community. Please stay tuned.
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Farside wrote:
Nice one. 
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Rolf
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Rolf wrote:
Congratulation and the best wishes for your new business. Maybe you know the German Leicaforum. Try to contact the manager there https://www.l-camera-forum.com/forum/14-deutsches-leica-forum/
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calvin83
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| Posted: Sun Mar 09, 2025 2:52 am Post subject: |
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calvin83 wrote:
Someone already helped me to post on my lens on the English section of Leicaforum.
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