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 …

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 …

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 …

Nov 14, 2010 · Discussion on Zeiss lenses compatibility with Contax ST, including lens acronyms and recommendations for must-have lenses.

May 6, 2016 · <p>I LOVE my Contax IIa -- IMO the most beautiful camera ever produced.<br>But I wonder if, in retrospect, it should be considered the ultimate advancement of the Contax line, or was …

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.

May 28, 2006 · Hi I enquired about getting a Contax II from Henry Scherer and its basiclly going to take 10 months and about $600-700 for a Contax II with a post war Sonnar (coated). I am looking at …

Feb 21, 2007 · For those diehard 35mm film users of high end P&S cameras, I thought I'd post some results of tests I've done over the years on the lenses for the popular Contax T series and the Rollei …

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 …