Contax N1

Newest Review: ... supplementary lenses unobtainable. The manual-focus and semi-autofocus modes are pleasant and precise, making the ... more

... N1 ideal for static subjects, although the manual focus button on the back should be larger. The multi-zone tracking autofocus is less successful, being easily confused. The lenshood should be removed indoors as it obstructs the infra-red focus assist beam. Locks should have been provided on the exposure area switch and compensation dial - both can easily be moved inadvertently. The camera back, however, is as secure as Fort Knox against accidental opening. Exposure with zone-evaluation i...more

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Contax N1 - Personal Impressions (323 words)
by - written on 04/05/04 (Useful, 1296 readings)
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The N1 is an impressive camera. Results are 35mm at its very finest. The Vario-Sonnar 24-85mm zoom is in a class of its own - the resolution, contrast, coverage and total absence of linear distortion throughout the zoom and aperture range are uncanny. This is due in part to the huge glass elements in its design, the weight of which makes the assembly liable to lateral movement, and the closest focusing distance a little long. 82mm filters are expensive, and close-up supplementary lenses unobtainable. The manual-focus and semi-autofocus modes are pleasant and precise, making the N1 ideal for static subjects, although ... Read the complete review

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