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 …

Oct 20, 2006 · However, some others like the Contax 140mm, 210mm and 350mm just aren't that sharp when compared with Hasselblad alternatives like the 100mm, 180mm, 250mm superachromat, 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 …

Sep 21, 2005 · The Contax N 17-35mm/f2.8 is the best of all in it's range. It is faster than the Leica. It beats the Canon "L" f2.8 and f4 zooms and also the Nikon (Nikon opinion is second-hand, Canon is …

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 …

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.

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 …

Feb 16, 2005 · Can anyone suggest a good repair service for a Contax IIa? I have a shutter that needs overhaul - about once in every ten shots it fires at 1250 sec instead of the set speed. thanks

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 …

Feb 11, 2012 · <p>My Contax N1 had a sudden "heart attack". I was just about to click the last frame of 36 and all hell broke loose.<br> Mirror lock (up position), weird electronic noises even when the …