Tim Devine

I switched in 2013, after having multiple Canon film SLRs...then The Canon 10D, 20D, 5D, 5D III.   I left predominantly for the extra dynamic range which helps for my landscape photography.  ...

You are entitled to your opinions...as am I.... I will leave others to form their own opinions...as is their right as well. Can we agree upon that at least? -Tim

My preference is more even sharpness across the frame, yours is driven by priority on the center. So there are style differences that can affect some lens choices. (And I'm not arguing with your ...

Thanks...I will say the Leica 28mm R II f/2.8 is purported to be the best, although I've never tried one.  Also some people love the C/Y 28mm f/2.8.  I know the Hollywood as you note is probably ...

The Pentax shares the same filter size with the Loxias, which is nice.  I'm generally trying to stick with lenses that can leverage the Lee Seven5 system.  My Laowa 15 can't, but the Loxia 21, GM ...

I'm familiar with the FC of the Loxia 21, so I agree that explains the sharpness on the edges of your first shot.  It's also why the foreground corners are so sharp (FC working in your favor ...

You know I have the Loxia 21 right? I also had the ZE 21 when I shot Canon, the ZE 15 (which I still have).....ZE 35/2 (when I shot Canon).  Other natives known for performance such as the Batis ...

As others have mentioned, check the alt forum (or Sony) on Fred Miranda.  I know in some cases people have had their cover glass replaced to use some of the wider lenses.  Or in some cases a PCX ...

Appreciate the compliment, I know everyone has different styles and tastes so it's nice to have positive feedback. Here's the Loxia 21 version of that 3rd shot. Zeiss Loxia 21mm f/2.8 While the ...

I post process similar to my modern lenses, it has less CA than the Batis 25 or GM 24.  Sharp into the corners stopped down, it just lacks speed.  It's a joy to use as a pure landscape lens ...

SMC Pentax 28mm f/3.5 K circa 1976 (I bought $37 shipped.)  Great color and contrast for landscape shooting. It's in my bag with my Loxia 21mm and my GM 24mm (prior to that a Batis 25mm.) To the ...

I neglected to mention that one of the copies I tried was a Rokinon..... Like I said, a gem of a lens if you get a good one.  I'd pay extra for that too. -Tim

I've tried 4 different Samyang 35mm 2.8's and have yet to find a perfectly centered one.  I have one that is pretty good except one corner and it's noticeable even at f/11.   If you find a good ...

One of the disadvantages of wide open AF is that if a lens exhibits focus shift, it's possible your shot will not be in focus when the shot is taken.  (Camera AF's wide open, assumes that focus ...

From what I gather coma is well controlled on the CV 65, although I've never tried it.  I think it's the sharpest lens I've ever used though. The 35/2.8 ZA was the first lens I bought when I ...

MF lenses (mainly landscape shooting) Laowa 15mm f/2 - replaces my Zeiss ZE 15mm Loxia 21mm f/2.8 SMC Pentax 28mm f/3.5 K Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 - Ok, I know is this AF...but it gaps well in my manual ...

Some repetition in these, but it gives you an idea. I use filters quite a bit, and on the CV it is very sensitive to filter thickness. The Laowa has a bit more flexibility in that regard. https://w ...

I have both, but the Laowa ends up in my bag.  I have one of the early FE versions of the CV 15, back when it was tough to get one with good corners.  Mine is probably very good, but I believe ...

The LHP-1 does fit in the FE 55, but I doubt it will be as effective as the hood that was designed for the lens. -Tim

LHP-1 But even the Vello version isn’t cheap. I got the Sony version on sale way back. Oops, thought we were talking about the FE 35, you’re talking about the FE 55.