Carl Zeiss Jena 28-70mm, f2.8-4.3 Bayonet mount To Sony NEX
Feb 26, 2013 12:23:56 #
Until recently I used my Minolta X570 with a Carl Zeiss Jena 28-70, f2.8-4.3 Macro MC for the majority of my photography, until digital became more attractive. I started with a Minolta Dimage and the last five years with a Nikon Compact but I am now seriously evaluating the NEX 7 and awaiting the launch of the 7n due to be announced in March. To use the above lens with the NEX range I gather I need an adapter! Does anyone have more detailed info on a suitable adapter and the pros and cons of using this lens with the Sony NEX?
Bonkles
Bonkles
Feb 27, 2013 02:48:02 #
Bonkles wrote:
Until recently I used my Minolta X570 with a Carl ... (show quote)
You can get a list here:
http://sonyalphalab.com/sony-alpha-and-nex-technology-camera-and-lens-tutorial-guides/lens-adapters/
Feb 27, 2013 05:23:08 #
Mogul wrote:
quote=Bonkles Until recently I used my Minolta X5... (show quote)
Thank you very much for your help
Feb 27, 2013 07:36:57 #
You won't do a Sony NEX 7 any favours by using that lens as your primary optic. Use it for fun, but invest in a good Sony lens.
Feb 27, 2013 09:00:29 #
You get cheap adapters on eBay for most modern cameras that allow different lenses..
A zoom lens that claims macro capability is not as good as a real macro non-zoom (I tried various).
I had good results photographing flowers using a Nikon macro lens, a Tamron macro lens and a Tamron 200mm (not macro) on adapters to suit a Panasonic micro 4/3 outfit. The 200mm took photos from 9 feet away and the macros worked a whole lot closer with entirely different perspective and less in focus. A tripod and delayed action release are vital.
Philip
A zoom lens that claims macro capability is not as good as a real macro non-zoom (I tried various).
I had good results photographing flowers using a Nikon macro lens, a Tamron macro lens and a Tamron 200mm (not macro) on adapters to suit a Panasonic micro 4/3 outfit. The 200mm took photos from 9 feet away and the macros worked a whole lot closer with entirely different perspective and less in focus. A tripod and delayed action release are vital.
Philip
Feb 27, 2013 15:26:51 #
GrahamS wrote:
You won't do a Sony NEX 7 any favours by using that lens as your primary optic. Use it for fun, but invest in a good Sony lens.
Many thanks for your reply. I was hoping for a reply like yours. The lens has been really good but is far to heavy for my Compact System approach to photography these days.
Are you an NEX user?
Feb 27, 2013 15:32:53 #
plewislambert wrote:
You get cheap adapters on eBay for most modern cam... (show quote)
Thank you for taking the time to reply. The cons of using this lens may just simply defeat the reason for going to a Compact System Camera for general use. As has been suggested the setup with adapter may be fine for local/ fun use but not as a general walk about lens.
Feb 27, 2013 17:00:28 #
Better probably to use a Sony Nex zoom for general walkabout use. Macro lenses have special qualities but the zoom is handier.
Philip
Philip
Feb 27, 2013 22:37:32 #
Bonkles wrote:
Until recently I used my Minolta X570 with a Carl ... (show quote)
After reading all the responses you've gotten I don't know if my experience will help all that much but here goes: I got the NEX-5n a few months ago for such a good deal that I got the Sony E-mount 55-210 lens also, instead of getting an adapter to use my Canon lenses. My reasoning was simply that I needed to get away from the size and weight of the Canon FD and EF mount lenses and go to something lighter, more portable, more gentle for my old body (!). I've been more than happy with my choices!
Feb 28, 2013 06:22:53 #
Bonkles wrote:
Many thanks for your reply. I was hoping for a reply like yours. The lens has been really good but is far to heavy for my Compact System approach to photography these days.
Are you an NEX user?
GrahamS wrote:
You won't do a Sony NEX 7 any favours by using that lens as your primary optic. Use it for fun, but invest in a good Sony lens.
Many thanks for your reply. I was hoping for a reply like yours. The lens has been really good but is far to heavy for my Compact System approach to photography these days.
Are you an NEX user?
No, I am a reviewer. The CZJ series of zoom lenses made with Minolta, Canon FD, Olympus OM, Nikon F, M42, Exakta and Praktica bayonet mounts were made under contract by Sigma and Cosina. They are not optimised in any way for digital use, and the rear element is not coated to prevent ghosting when used with a digital sensor. In fact, they are not really up to CZJ quality standards at all.
Feb 28, 2013 09:46:54 #
SnapHappy wrote:
quote=Bonkles Until recently I used my Minolta X5... (show quote)
Thank you for expanding my understanding. You have probably seen from the messages that I am into Compact Cameras and it is amazing the results you can achieve. My reasoning for going to the NEX is weight, like yourself, a better sensor, pixel range and FPS for the various shots I take.
Feb 28, 2013 09:47:57 #
SnapHappy wrote:
quote=Bonkles Until recently I used my Minolta X5... (show quote)
Thank you for expanding my understanding. You have probably seen from the messages that I am into Compact Cameras and it is amazing the results you can achieve. My reasoning for going to the NEX is weight, like yourself, a better sensor, pixel range and FPS for the various shots I take
Feb 28, 2013 09:50:08 #
GrahamS wrote:
quote=Bonkles quote=GrahamS You won't do a Sony ... (show quote)
Thank you. Hopefully I will receive a copy of your reviewer comments on the expected NEX 7n.
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