Originally posted by Barabas Revuenon 55mm f1.2 (PK mount)
This is one of the few posts that is actually in topic,
Twice in topic, actually:
1) these two pictures, like them or not (the concept of beauty, in itself, is very personal), show the very special optical signature of a certain lens, evidencing its quality (muted colours, beautiful glow, nice rendition of OOF areas) and its shortcoming (flare and low contrast). I think that most people who browse this forum, and this thread in particular, are looking for examples that would guide their choices. Building over time our own lens arsenal isn't simple nor cheap, and information is crucial. It allows to choose the tools that would meet our taste and our personal photographic interests.
2) these two pics show the BOKEH. Most of the others don't.
I like some, i don't like some others, but the majority of the pictures on this thread show out focus areas, not "bokeh".
I might be wrong, correct me if i do. I thought that the japanese term "bokeh" refers to the circle of confusion in out of focus highlights (hopefully circular, without onion rings, etc. etc.).
Some lenses, like the Trioplan 100mm, are highly fashionable these days because of their peculiar bokeh (soap bubble bokeh).
Having said all that, i'm fine with everything, as far as the photographer is happy with his pictures, and the viewers appreciate them, who am i? I'm happy if everybody else is happy!
I'm just asking those in the know if my definition of bokeh is correct, and expressing my own humble preference.
Personally i'd like to see more "bokeh", and less OOF areas....
BTW, the Revuenon/Tomioka 55mm f/1,2 does wonders on full frame too.
Every time i use it on my new K-1 i am suprised by its amazing rendition.
I'll see if i find one or two "very bokeh"
pics that were not already posted elsewhere
cheers
Paolo