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<p>Thanks! I'll check out some others since this one is not in english.</p>

It appears that Sony has really addressed the issues. I have not gotten to the point of addressing focusing. I have been so used to using the split screen view finder. How does focus peaking and manual focus assist work?

<p>I have summarized all the lenses everyone has mentioned. The most popular lens is the 50/1.4 followed by the 35/2. I can work on a shopping list from everyone's comments. Thank-you!</p> <p>15/2 fisheye <strong>1</strong><br /> 17/4 <strong>1</strong><br /> 24/2 <strong>2</strong><br /> 24/2.8 <strong>1</strong><br /> 28/2 <strong>1</strong><br /> 35/2 <strong>5</strong><br /> 35/2 SSC concave <strong>1</strong><br /> 50/1.2 L <strong>1</strong><br /> 50/1.4 <strong>9</strong><br /> 50/f3.5 macro <strong>2</strong><br /> 55/1.2 SSC Aspherical <strong>2</strong><br /> FL55/1.2 <strong>1</strong><br /> 85/1.2 L <strong>2</strong><br /> 85/1.2 SSC Aspherical <strong>1</strong><br /> 85/1.8 SSC <strong>3</strong><br /> 100/2 <strong>2</strong><br /> 100/2.8 <strong>1</strong><br /> 100/4 <strong>1</strong><br /> 135/2 <strong>2</strong><br /> 135/2.5 <strong>1</strong><br /> 200/2.8 <strong>1</strong><br /> 300/ L <strong>1</strong><br /> 400/2.8 L <strong>1</strong><br /> 400/4.5 <strong>1</strong><br /> FL F 500/5.6 <strong>1</strong><br> 20-35/3.5 L <strong>1</strong><br /> 35-105/3.5 <strong>1</strong><br /> 24-35-L <strong>1</strong><br /> 70-210/4 <strong>1</strong><br /> 80-200/4 <strong>1</strong><br /> 80-200/4 L <strong>3</strong></p>

<p>In essence, I really do not need to be concerned about metering with the newer adapters. Thanks for clearing that up for me.</p>

<p>As I have been looking for a digital camera to use with my FD lenses I met a gentleman who is the National Park photographer Frank Lee Ruggles. He has taken the place of Ansel Adams. We had a great discussion about digital vs. film. He pointed out that there is an issue with metering in the digital cameras using FD lenses.<br> What do you do for metering? Do I need to buy a good light meter? If so, what is your recommendations?</p>

I read, on this forum, of an individual who placed his lens in a window for 2 weeks and the lens became clear again. For some reason he wrapped the lens with aluminum foil. I presume that this protected the barrel from fading.

<p>Jochen:<br> It seems that so far the 50/1.4 tops the list of favorites with the 35/2.0 a close second. I think I will try to compile a list from everyone's favorites. </p>

<p>Jim:<br> You have an enviable collection. I've looked at the specs on the 35/2.0 concave. In what situations do you use this lens? I am curious why the chrome nose lenses pop up. Is there a significant difference? </p>

<p>Stephen:<br> I will try out the 50 macro next time I am out.</p>

<p>David:<br> The photos are great. Thanks for the youtube video. It looks very simple to use. </p>

<p>Rick:<br> I think that I need to find someone close by with a fluorite lens so I can try it and compare it with a standard lens. I think that will be the tipping point for me. </p>

<p>David:<br> I will post my experience with the A7 on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Bill:<br> Based on the prices that the fluorite lenses are commanding I think that speaks for itself.</p>

<p>Ben:<br> I'm having a hard time keeping up with all the great information. I like your description of your 3 primary lenses. I have the 85/1.8 and it is my favorite. I have since acquired a number of additional standard lenses to play with so I can get an idea of what I like. I have always looked upon the aspherical lenses as the best. As I get back into photography I will most likely sell the lenses I don't care for and upgrade to fluorite lenses. </p>

<p>Hi Ivan:<br> In my opinion the 85/1.8 is the way to go. I have one and it is my favorite lens by far. The 85 captures the human face perfectly.</p>

John: Yes, I am looking. I am not sure I know what edmika-ese is? I have recently purchased a number of lenses to experiment with. These are not flourite lenses but I think they will work to help me discover new areas of photography. One of my challenges is to find someone local who can check out my cameras and lenses to make sure they are within spec.

Bill: I will probably follow in your footsteps and try a little bit of everything. I'm sure that I will discover new areas of photography that will give me great pleasure. I notice that the flourite lenses keep popping up as favorites. Are they significantly better for both film and digital?

Chris: I have an 85 1.8 as well. It is my favorite lens. I've used it to take my kids photos for years. I am trying to broaden my lens collection as well as learn the best use for each lens. I really appreciate everyone's comments.

I have set up a demo with a local camera shop this Wednesday to try out the A7 with a couple of my lenses. I am sure it will be interesting. I am curios about the adapter you have purchased. Please let me know how well it works. I think your captions are as good as the photos. I've spent most of my life dealing with technology. What I am enjoying most about this forum is the passion everyone shows in their works of art and the willingness to share their knowledge and experience. I believe that passion is the significant difference between art and a job. I am so glad that I stumbled onto this website.

Alex: You have listed a number of great lenses. What is it about each lens that you like and how do you use them? I see a number of people have listed one or more flourite lenses. Are they worth the significant price differential?

Craig: Okay, I surrender. What is the benefits of a chrome filter ring? What kind of shots do you use your 35mm for?

JDM: So far the 50 1.4 seems to be a consistent favorite. I'm glad I wasn't active when the auto focus lenses came out. One of the reasons I am staying with manual focus is it makes me spend a little more time composing my picture. I don't get the same sense when I use an LCD screen. There is something to be said for looking through the lens. It seems that I am more aware of the background as well as the subject.

Stephen: I just bought a 50mm 3.5 macro lens. I am looking forward to using it. I live outside Washington DC and I plan to use take some pictures of the cherry blossoms. I've tried with some other lenes but I wasn't happy with the results. What do you use your lens for?

Mark: I have drooled over the 85 aspherical for 35 years. It has been to expensive for me to justify for a hobby. The 85 L looks like it might be a more reasonable alternative. Since have and use both what do you find the differences are between them? Is the aspherical worth the additional money?

Dave, I have a 50/1.8 SC that does a reasonable job. It came with my cmera but i doubt that I have shot 3 rolls of film with it. I have seen numerous lens 1.4 lenses on ebay. Ithink I'll snag one from a camera dealer. Since this is your preffed lens what kind of photos do you take with it?