Tilt shift lenses - Schneider vs LensBaby
I've owned the Leica version of the 28mm PC (same Super Angulon lens made by Schneider). It's a classic, that you never need to upgrade. The best you can get.
I also have an original Lensbaby. A fun tool to use.
Matthew
FYI a former student is doing ads for Lensbaby. She shoots dreamy kids portraits with it that look really good. It CAN be used for art work. Nothing wrong with using one and a LOT cheaper than the Schneider. But optically, they are on opposite ends.
Matthew L Kees
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John Landolfi wrote: I have a Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 PC, and it is very good, though still not a match for the Schneider- few optics ever are... But you may find one on e-bay for less than half the list price of the Scneider. Just make sure you know wh you want one...
Exactly! PCs are specialty lenses and being such have their uses. Would I like to have one sure but would I use it enough to justify buying it no. For a lens like this you may try the rental companies and see if this is the type of lens you can really utilize.
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