Jun 26, 2024 · The Contax was designed so Zeiss didn't have to acquire patent rights from Leica. The shutter is a very complex design and as stated, Henry Scherer is the recognized expert on the …

Jan 22, 2014 · Explore opinions on the best Contax SLR cameras, discussing features like build quality, weight, balance, and user-friendly controls for photography enthusiasts.

Dec 10, 2003 · Contax are reknown for their reliability in quality control and post-manufacture, and amongst its dedicated forum boards, you will find that this is the mass opinion of those who own and …

Dec 8, 2010 · The standard lens for the Contax 139 Quartz was a Zeiss Planar 50mm f/1.4. These sell on eBay today for US$200 to 400, with a tilt toward the upper end. Planar f/1.7 versions sell for …

Jul 25, 2005 · Hi all, COntax IIA / IIIA has a higher 1/1250 shutter speed. Metal curtain shutter bind. better chrome and focusing adjustment. Sharper lens like SONNAR 50 , Bigon and Planar. But why …

Dec 9, 2003 · Hello Ph. Netters! I've to choose between Contax slr 180\\2.8 Sonnar and 200\\3.5 Tele-Tessar. Even conditions, even W.Germany made. My field is fashion-portrait. Any advice? Thanks A …

Sep 25, 2006 · Hello, I am considering buying this lens, but the MTF chart on their website doesn't seem impressive. Anyone has used this lens? Opinions? Any ideas about its current value on the used …

Mar 31, 2010 · Only one Contax has failed me so far, and it is an RX with a broken aperture mechanism, which I am hopefully about to get mended soon. My two RTS IIs are going strong with a little …

Jun 14, 2004 · I own a bunch of Contax/Zeiss manual focus 35mm lenses and a Contax Aria that I like very much. I am tempted to add another Contax body, party because the Aria, though wonderful, is a …

May 17, 2005 · I assume you mean the Contax SLR Zeiss lenses (Yashica), not the new ZI M lenses or the older Zeiss lenses for the Contax IIa/IIIa RF cameras, correct?