| Latest Review Posted | Chinon Auto MC 28mm F2.8
I have this lens in non-auto flavor and it actually goes by a different name. Mine is labeled as a Super Chinar, but design and looks are exactly the same as are the specs. I too basically got mine for nothing with another camera purchase and therefore I can't really be too hard on judging its characteristics. The build quality of it rivals my Pentax SMC M 50mm 1:1.7. It just feels solid and well built. I havent noticed any flare issues but I havent really used this lens much outdoors. At 2.8 max aperture it does ok in low light, however does tend to be a bit soft all the way open. Stopping down really helps the IQ. Coupled with my new(to me) Sigma flash and stopped down to about f11 I got some pretty darn nice shots from it. It seems to be just wide enough to shoot scenery and almost there for indoor room shots (as long as they are a bit larger). Overall I would say pretty decent lens if you can pick one up for next to nothing. I wouldnt invest hundreds of $$$ in one, but for $20-30 its not a bad deal. |
