Roger
I've owned one 500mm mirror lens. The Samyang, also sold as under the
Phoenix name. I'd steer clear of either brand. Mine was very soft and
had little contrast. It went to a new home via eBay.
You've quite a few nice photos on your website...
--
Jim
Roger Wesson wrote:
>
> Dear all,
>
> Just joined this list, so I'll introduce myself: I'm Roger, I live in
> London, I'm the proud owner of fully three OM-1s (through various happy
> circumstances) which I've been using since 1997, and those with too much
> time on their hands might possibly be interested in looking at my
> website:
> http://www.worldtraveller.f9.co.uk/
> on which I have an ever-growing number of photos. Kind comments and
> harsh slatings equally appreciated.
>
> Right, I do have a question: I want to buy a 500mm mirror lens,
> primarily for taking photos of the sun and the moon, but inevitably for
> daytime use as well. I have found a Soligor one for 50 pounds, which
> strikes me as a very agreeable price. Just wondering if anyone might
> have an opinion on whether this is actually a good deal, or has any
> other suggestions. I don't want to spend much more than 100 pounds.
>
> And another thing: what the hell does 'bokeh' mean?
>
> Cheers,
>
> Roger
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