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EX1 + Letus; lens choice input needed
November 20th, 2008, 09:20 PM
I bought a Letus Extreme adapter for my EX1 back in the summer and still haven't used it. I either get side tracked or get turned around by what choices to make. Some of these questions might seem stupid or newbie-like. Sorry.
My Extreme has a Nikon mount so I'm looking for Nikon lenses. What is the criteria I should follow before buying? I'm probably looking at getting two or three used lenses if possible.
Here are my questions;
1) Does it matter how old or new the lens is? If both were in good condition, is there any difference between a used lens from 1977 and one from 2007? Something I should avoid?
2) Do I need a lens that is manual only? I doubt it. It can be an auto/manual combo, just not an auto only lens? Correct? Focusing with the Letus is done manually.
3) What range of aperture should I look for? 1.4 - to what? Should I avoid a lens that doesn't go lower than 2.8?
4) Is it best to go with fixed prime lenses, or are variable lenses just as good. If fixed prime, what suggestions; 28, 50, 85, 100? Would be looking for a range for both indoor and outdoor shooting.
5) Any obvious things I'm not thinking about?
Thanks for reading. Any input appreciated.
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Chad Hucal
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Posts: 46
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