Originally posted by ffking And what did your dog have to say about all that?
Woof.
Originally posted by Wheatfield Sorry, but that is, in my humble opinion, sophomoric junk.
Ya, well that isn't what I said so that's even more sorry than what you thought it was.
What I said was, if you really want higher IQ move up a format in size. A lens isn't likely to give you more than a 15% increase over kit. Going from APS-c to FF will give you an extra 30%. Going from APS-c to 645 crop will give you an extra 60%. You can buy all the awesome lenses you want but going up in size but for most things, a larger format is the way to go.
Using the new 50 1.4 on FF isn't going to give me as much IQ as using the MF 75mm I have in my cupboard on a 645z. That's what I said.
I guess you wanted me to say something else you you could tell everyone how stupid I am.
As for really high quality lenses, that's a niche market, for consumers that want lenses that cost more than their camera bodies. I'd like one, just for the experience, and out of curiosity. And if I really like it, who knows, I might save up for another.
What is it you want them for?
But we haven't even established that the DFA 50 1.4 is that type of lens. One our forum users converts Zeiss Milvus lenses for Pentax use. How do I know I won't want to go that route for my premium lens? How do I know this lens is even in the conversation? I have nothing against premium lenses despite the above slander. I just personally despite years on photography forums been able to understand what it is they bring to the table. As I said, as far as I'm concerned a novelty for the adventurous.
Have you seen Mike SF latest MF stitch. In answer to the "you can just stitch 35mm thing" well you can always stitch MF as well.
Mike SF's latest. You can do that on FF? Sure you can.
But the guy who took the time to do it actually decided it was worth his while to get MF as opposed to really expensive FF. Not everyone would favour that decision, but, it's still a good decision for some.
But lets look at what's likely. Not as good as a Zeiss Milvus but better than an FA 50 1.4., but probably no where near a 645z. SO where does that leave. it's pretty specific market. And I'll keep saying that until I buy one (if I buy one.) Then it will be a lens for every body.