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 …

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.

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 …

May 28, 2006 · Hi I enquired about getting a Contax II from Henry Scherer and its basiclly going to take 10 months and about $600-700 for a Contax II with a post war Sonnar (coated). I am …

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

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 …

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 …

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

Dec 21, 2001 · After reading hundreds of posts (and many sleepless nights) I narrowed down a 645 choice to the specs of Mamiya 645PRO and the Contax 645. I'm begging for some …