Jun 26, 2024 · The Contax was designed so Zeiss didn't have to acquire patent rights from Leica. The shutter is a very complex design and as stated, Henry Scherer is the recognized expert on …

Mar 31, 2010 · Only one Contax has failed me so far, and it is an RX with a broken aperture mechanism, which I am hopefully about to get mended soon. My two RTS IIs are going strong …

Nov 21, 2004 · Contax AF is quite adequate, and only Contax will allow you to easily switch between auto and manual focus.? This is a significant advantage.? ? While the Contax …

Jan 22, 2014 · Explore opinions on the best Contax SLR cameras, discussing features like build quality, weight, balance, and user-friendly controls for photography enthusiasts.

Jan 3, 2010 · Discussion on repairing inoperative Contax SLR cameras, including a 137MA quartz with electronic issues, shared by users on Photo.net.

May 17, 2005 · I assume you mean the Contax SLR Zeiss lenses (Yashica), not the new ZI M lenses or the older Zeiss lenses for the Contax IIa/IIIa RF cameras, correct?

Jun 14, 2004 · I own a bunch of Contax/Zeiss manual focus 35mm lenses and a Contax Aria that I like very much. I am tempted to add another Contax body, party because the Aria, though …

Dec 9, 2003 · Hello Ph. Netters! I've to choose between Contax slr 180\\2.8 Sonnar and 200\\3.5 Tele-Tessar. Even conditions, even W.Germany made. My field is fashion-portrait. Any …

Feb 5, 2007 · HelloIs there a contax rangefinder specialist knowing the strengths and weaknesses of this lens ??Any comment welcome !!

Mar 5, 2018 · Dear all, I ow a Contax 645 MF camera and 4 Zeiss lenses: Distagon 45 f2.8//Planar 80 f2//Sonnar 140 f2.8//Sonnar 210 f4 I also ow a EIZO screen FS2331. Since I …