I'm a new Contax user. I Only just bought a ST, and then a 25mm f/2.8 lens. I just bought a very nice condition 85mm f/2.8 made in West Germany.
In the past I've owned and used the Nikon 85mm f/1.4 D, & the 135mm f/2 AIS. So I'm excited to see how the Zeiss compares. Especially since it's a fraction of the cost. I had seen some photos taken with the 2.8 that impressed me so much I felt I would need to give it a try. I thought it was intersting that many Contax users own and use both of the 85mm lens. When I owned the Nikon 85mm f/1.4D, I would never have wanted the 1.8 version also. I think that very fact speaks volumns about the Sonnar 85mm f/2.8
I also have to say I find this forum to be incredibly helpful, and friendly. No "undue" personal attacks and flames. Only "brother" photographers trying to help each other. Well done
In the past I've owned and used the Nikon 85mm f/1.4 D, & the 135mm f/2 AIS. So I'm excited to see how the Zeiss compares. Especially since it's a fraction of the cost. I had seen some photos taken with the 2.8 that impressed me so much I felt I would need to give it a try. I thought it was intersting that many Contax users own and use both of the 85mm lens. When I owned the Nikon 85mm f/1.4D, I would never have wanted the 1.8 version also. I think that very fact speaks volumns about the Sonnar 85mm f/2.8
I also have to say I find this forum to be incredibly helpful, and friendly. No "undue" personal attacks and flames. Only "brother" photographers trying to help each other. Well done