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Drack
Joined: 27 Feb 2011 Posts: 735 Location: Lithuania
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Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2011 10:38 pm Post subject: Zenit photosniper + TAIR- 3Phs 4.5/300mm |
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Drack wrote:
Hello folks
Yesterday I got this piece of Russian craftsmanship delivered to me. It`s a 1970 Photosniper.
I payed ~ 100$ ( with shipping ) for it. This set has a Zenit- ES camera, Industar 50-2 lens, TAIR- 3Phs lens, 5 filters, 2 film cases , lens caps and the weapon part - handle.
The condition of it is 7/10. Lenses are clean and work properly,however the camera needs to be repaired ( I have one more in mint condition so no worries ) and the screwdivers are missing .
This set ways 5.3 kilos and ,when put together is ~ half a meter long.
The most interesting thing about this set is the TAIR- 3Phs f4.5/300mm Lens. The lens is coated and shimmers lightly yellowish. The closest distance is three meters, focussing is done with the focussing knob at the front of the lense. The TAIR als has a tripod mount, unfortunately with the old 3/8'' system. But with a converter you can use it with common 1/4'' tripods, too. The diaphragm has to be cocked and released manually. Focusing with this lens is very comfortable ,however working with the diaphragm can be a pain in the neck.
I can`t actually tell you much about this lens , nor can I show sample photos just yet ( need to borrow a dslr first ) , but in the upcoming week I think I`ll show you what more or less this lens is capable of.
If someone has or had any experience with this lens/set please post your photo samples, give comments . |
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WolverineX
Joined: 19 Apr 2009 Posts: 1693 Location: Zagreb , Croatia , Europe
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Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2011 10:45 pm Post subject: |
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WolverineX wrote:
i have a gray version of photosniper, but i haven't really tested the lens yet _________________ my tools:Oly E-M5 + 45mm/1.8 + Oly E-520 + 12-60 + 14-42 + 70-300 + Sigma 105mm + FL-50R + EC20 + SRF-11 ring flash
http://forum.mflenses.com/wolverinex-testing-my-lenses-series-link-list-t39524.html |
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danikatia
Joined: 13 Nov 2009 Posts: 653 Location: Cernobbio Italy
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Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2011 11:23 pm Post subject: |
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danikatia wrote:
Here .... http://forum.mflenses.com/tair-3-s-and-birds-of-the-lake-t36983.html
A lens that I really like, use it for so long without a tripod is difficult (it is heavy). _________________ Daniele |
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iangreenhalgh1
Joined: 18 Mar 2011 Posts: 15679
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 3:56 am Post subject: |
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iangreenhalgh1 wrote:
I got to use a different later model Tair 300mm back at art college 20 years ago. I remember it was sharp but wasn't as contrasty as the Nikon 300 the college also had, I think that was partly due to the Nikon having a dep purple coloured multi coating and the Tair having the older less effective yellow coating. The Tair was good though, but very very heavy, you need a monopod if you want to handhold it for more than 5 mins otherwise you'll be needing to see a chiropracter. |
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Laurentiu Cristofor
Joined: 23 Oct 2010 Posts: 524 Location: WA, USA
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 6:07 am Post subject: |
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Laurentiu Cristofor wrote:
Is there another 300mm that comes close to this Tair's size and weight? Does anyone know why this is so big? Was it the fastest 300mm available when it was introduced? _________________ http://www.ipernity.com/home/2419272
https://laurphoto.blogspot.com/ |
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Bogie
Joined: 22 Jan 2011 Posts: 173 Location: Houten, The Netherlands
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 6:45 am Post subject: |
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Bogie wrote:
danikatia wrote: |
................A lens that I really like, use it for so long without a tripod is difficult (it is heavy). |
Yes. It is heavy, but well balanced, because the focusknob is wayout front on the lens and so is i.m.o. not difficult at all to use without a tripod! Most of my birdshots were made with this Tair (see also my avatar left). Here are some examples (all without a tripod):
_________________ 35mm, 120mm & digital camera-user |
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martyn_bannister
Joined: 23 May 2010 Posts: 1151
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 7:35 am Post subject: |
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martyn_bannister wrote:
Bogie, you have some fantastic bird shots
I also have this outfit and the focus method is very nice. It's a shame it isn't used more often. |
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Drack
Joined: 27 Feb 2011 Posts: 735 Location: Lithuania
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 8:05 am Post subject: |
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Drack wrote:
Thanks for the sample pic and the info. |
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Minolfan
Joined: 30 Dec 2008 Posts: 3438 Location: Netherlands
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 8:16 am Post subject: |
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Minolfan wrote:
Great samples Bgie!
In your avatar you push the shutter release on the camera directly. Dindn't you manage to shoot the camera with the trigger of the sniper? I think that would make it easier to balance the set and use for such picture taking? |
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Bogie
Joined: 22 Jan 2011 Posts: 173 Location: Houten, The Netherlands
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 8:27 am Post subject: |
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Bogie wrote:
Minolfan wrote: |
Great samples Bgie!
In your avatar you push the shutter release on the camera directly. Dindn't you manage to shoot the camera with the trigger of the sniper? I think that would make it easier to balance the set and use for such picture taking? |
Using the complete snipergun has i.m.o. a number of disadvantages:
1. it ads extra weight;
2. it hampers me in moving the camera while following a flying bird;
3. in these uptight times we life in I don't want to end up in jail! _________________ 35mm, 120mm & digital camera-user |
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martyn_bannister
Joined: 23 May 2010 Posts: 1151
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 9:28 am Post subject: |
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martyn_bannister wrote:
Minolfan wrote: |
Great samples Bgie!
In your avatar you push the shutter release on the camera directly. Dindn't you manage to shoot the camera with the trigger of the sniper? I think that would make it easier to balance the set and use for such picture taking? |
Unless you are using the Zenit body that comes with the "rifle" it isn't easy to make use of the trigger. It acts on a secondary shutter button on the bottom of the camera body (as well as tripping the cocked aperture of the lens). Very Heath Robinson |
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Bogie
Joined: 22 Jan 2011 Posts: 173 Location: Houten, The Netherlands
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 9:36 am Post subject: |
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Bogie wrote:
martyn_bannister wrote: |
Unless you are using the Zenit body that comes with the "rifle" it isn't easy to make use of the trigger. It acts on a secondary shutter button on the bottom of the camera body (as well as tripping the cocked aperture of the lens). Very Heath Robinson |
True, but I know a guy who has taped a wireless release to the gun it seems work fine for him. _________________ 35mm, 120mm & digital camera-user |
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Pancolart
Joined: 04 Feb 2008 Posts: 3704 Location: Slovenia, EU
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 1:49 pm Post subject: |
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Pancolart wrote:
Bogie wrote: |
Yes. It is heavy, but well balanced, because the focusknob is wayout front on the lens and so is i.m.o. not difficult at all to use without a tripod! |
+1 (if otherwise you might consider doing some pushups ) _________________ ---------------------------------
The Peculiar Apparatus Of Victorian Steampunk Photography: 100+ Genuine Steampunk Camera Designs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B92829NS |
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danikatia
Joined: 13 Nov 2009 Posts: 653 Location: Cernobbio Italy
Expire: 2013-10-26
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 1:58 pm Post subject: |
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danikatia wrote:
Pancolart wrote: |
Bogie wrote: |
Yes. It is heavy, but well balanced, because the focusknob is wayout front on the lens and so is i.m.o. not difficult at all to use without a tripod! |
+1 (if otherwise you might consider doing some pushups ) |
It is not difficult to use it (maybe I have not explained well .... ) I think using it for a long time is tiring .... _________________ Daniele |
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Pancolart
Joined: 04 Feb 2008 Posts: 3704 Location: Slovenia, EU
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 2:05 pm Post subject: |
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Pancolart wrote:
Sure. I remember shooting a concert with Jupiter-6-2. My arm was sore for a three days. _________________ ---------------------------------
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danikatia
Joined: 13 Nov 2009 Posts: 653 Location: Cernobbio Italy
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 2:51 pm Post subject: |
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danikatia wrote:
Pancolart wrote: |
Sure. I remember shooting a concert with Jupiter-6-2. My arm was sore for a three days. |
_________________ Daniele |
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Lloydy
Joined: 02 Sep 2009 Posts: 7788 Location: Ironbridge. UK.
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Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 8:57 pm Post subject: |
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Lloydy wrote:
I've got the standard Tair 300 ( non sniper ) and it's a great lens, but not one I use a lot because of its weight.
I do most of photography when I'm out walking, and I can't afford a Sherpa to carry the damn thing !
For that application I use an old Soligor 300, which is a 5.5 instead of a 4.5 and slightly smaller and lighter, but the Tair has the optics. _________________ LENSES & CAMERAS FOR SALE.....
I have loads of stuff that I have to get rid of, if you see me commenting about something I have got and you want one, ask me.
My Flickr https://www.flickr.com/photos/mudplugga/
My ipernity -
http://www.ipernity.com/home/294337 |
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Olivier
Joined: 18 Feb 2009 Posts: 5078 Location: France
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Posted: Mon Mar 28, 2011 4:07 pm Post subject: |
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Olivier wrote:
WOW.
Bogie, you sure handle your equipment very well !
Very good results for a Taïr-3 on a K20-D !
Congrats. _________________ Olivier - Moderator
Dslr : Olympus Pen E-P2 - Fujifilm X-Pro2 - Canon 5D MkII.
SLr and MF lenses : for feedback and helping people, cameras and lenses I own : full list here http://forum.mflenses.com/viewtopic,p,1442740.html#1442740 |
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