I've been choking over the cost for the past several years. Getting a
basic body, prism finder and standard 80mm f/2.8 lens isn't so bad. It's
buying the *other* focal lengths that breaks the bank account *very*
quickly. Just got a used 50/4 shift lens at a below average price for its
EX condition with perfect glass (shift mechanism works differently from a
Zuiko). Hoping the weather cooperates to use it for a few things
tomorrow. The 35/2.8 Zuiko Shift is a *bargain* by comparison.
-- John
At 18:41 3/29/02, Ag-Schnozz wrote:
As far as used medium format cameras are concerned, well, that
one is a bit tougher. I'm leaning towards Mamiya 645, but could
be convinced to look towards Hassleblad--if the price was right.
Problem is that by the time I get a few lenses...
If I hold off long enough maybe I can pick up a Contax kit on
the used market for half the price. Lenses are $2,000 each
these days. Gulp! I'd need three of them, plus macro gear...
Hmm, that could pay for some serious Zuikos!
It will be interesting to see what digital does to the medium
format used market.
AG-Schnozz
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