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 …

Apr 1, 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 …

Dec 9, 2003 · Hello Ph. Netters! I've to choose between Contax slr 180\\2.8 Sonnar and 200\\3.5 Tele-Tessar. Even conditions, even W.Germany made. My field is fashion-portrait. Any …

Nov 6, 2020 · For the (neo)Contax series in general, Yashica produced them under license and both Yashica and Contax lenses were made in this mount. I think the Contax-Yashica cameras …

Nov 17, 1999 · The website camerareview.com has ten reviews on the Contax 645, many of which point out that the Contax 645 autofocus is faster than the Mamiya AF 645 as well as the …

Feb 18, 2004 · I am getting into Medium Format. I am seeking opinions on the Hasselblad H1 vs. Contax 645 AF. Why the true differences in field use with these cameras (i will use in studio …

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 …

Sep 22, 2016 · The one turned back into a Contax II, especially well- it's as smooth as the Contax IIa, in fact.<br /> I see Helios-103 lenses in Contax mount on eBay for under US$30 including …

Feb 28, 2005 · Hello, I'm taking the last few steps of walking off solid ground and into the abyss, hand in hand with my desire to purchase a Zeiss Ikon Contax. Based upon my shooting style, …

Feb 5, 2007 · HelloIs there a contax rangefinder specialist knowing the strengths and weaknesses of this lens ??Any comment welcome !!