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GeneV · 12-18-2008, 09:19 PM

Originally Posted by kthung

Ive used A series lenses and M42 Mount lenses, and to address the issue of workflow, here's what i have to do with each.

A lenses: Set camera to Av mode; choose aperture as you normally would in-camera; focus; shoot.
M42/Non-A lenses: Set camera to M mode; focus; turn aperture ring to desired aperture; meter using green button/AE-L button; shoot.

As you can see it really is only one extra step, but in fast paced situations with varying light conditions, I wouldn't feel comfortable wasting any extra time. Once you get really proficient at it, perhaps it could be workable, but personally I would stick with A lenses if I were doing something like a wedding.

For personal use or shoots where you can take your time, M series lenses and older are fantastic, especially build quality

Not only does it add an extra step, which you have to remember, but the results are often inconsistent. Sadly, since I have M lenses, I'd stick to the A lenses.

12-18-2008, 09:19 PM	#5
GeneV Senior Member Location: Albuquerque NM Gallery Photos: 0 Posts: 297	Originally Posted by kthung Ive used A series lenses and M42 Mount lenses, and to address the issue of workflow, here's what i have to do with each. A lenses: Set camera to Av mode; choose aperture as you normally would in-camera; focus; shoot. M42/Non-A lenses: Set camera to M mode; focus; turn aperture ring to desired aperture; meter using green button/AE-L button; shoot. As you can see it really is only one extra step, but in fast paced situations with varying light conditions, I wouldn't feel comfortable wasting any extra time. Once you get really proficient at it, perhaps it could be workable, but personally I would stick with A lenses if I were doing something like a wedding. For personal use or shoots where you can take your time, M series lenses and older are fantastic, especially build quality Not only does it add an extra step, which you have to remember, but the results are often inconsistent. Sadly, since I have M lenses, I'd stick to the A lenses.