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Meyer-Optik Orestor / Pentacon 100mm F2.8 | | Latest Review Posted | Meyer-Optik Orestor / Pentacon 100mm F2.8
I bought this lens for £10 in a Charity shop a few years ago. It had the start of some fungus on the front and rear elements but was otherwise in good condition. I found it very easy to take apart and clean (lots and lots of unscrewing) but the results have been well worth it.
I did run a comparison with the SMC 135 f/3.5 and, in my opinion, this lens outshines the Pentax in all areas - especially the bokeh - probably due to the 14 blade aperture as against the 6 blades of the Pentax. Strangely, although it's not multi-coated, the lens has never shown much flare or CA and compared to the Pentax, produces a somewhat 'cool' image tone. It's also pretty sharp wide open which becomes excellent if stopped down a little.
This is the earlier 'Zebra' version (it's name becomes obvious if you look at it) which spawned a long line of popular lenses such as the 'Pentacon'.
I would give this lens a worthy all round 8 and IMO is worth buying if you can find a good dust/fungus free copy. | |
