Legacy Glass for digital camera
So, as I research to increase my number of lenses, I have decided to scour eBay for some quality yet inexpensive legacy glass. They are all manual focus, but that is fine since the NEX-6 has a great focus peaking option. Most of the lenses are from the '70's.
Here are the legacy primes I have picked up so far:
For macro - Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 with the 1:1 adapter MD mount. I am super stoked on this lens.
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Telephoto - Vivitar 200mm f/3.5
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Medium/short range - Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4
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Also, picked up a funky 35mm f/1.7 CCTV lens with NEX adapter for around $20 new. Should be a fun lens for artistic shoots.
Oh, and for those in to accessories, I also ordered a strap and case:
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Is anyone else out there using 40 year old glass on their digital camera?
Re: Legacy Glass for digital camera
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Originally Posted by
kitedemon
does the adaptor sit inside the sony mount? some adaptors sit out side and you lose the infinity stop. i was looking at a few mirrorless systems and that is a priority for me.
The adapter for the NEX system is outside, because these full frame lenses need the offset for the NEX sized sensor. I have not read any infinity issues when using the legacy lenses with the NEX. Plus the NEX has a really strong focus peaking feature to ensure focus.