charby57 Posted February 22, 2012 Share #1 Posted February 22, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello, I would like to know what has been your experience using a 35 mm lens on these .85 magnification models? Do you see well the frame lines? Also, how do you compare the use of the 50mm lens with these cameras and with the M3? Does it ease the view since you may see more outside the frame lines? Thanks in advance, Pierre Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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freusen Posted February 22, 2012 Share #2 Posted February 22, 2012 ............I would like to know what has been your experience using a 35 mm lens on these .85 magnification models? Do you see well the frame lines............. Yes I can see the framelines, but they are at the edge of the viewfinder. ............also, how do you compare the use of the 50mm lens with these cameras and with the M3............ You cann't compare the M6/M7/MP .85 viewfinder with the M3's because the M3 has a higher magnification factor of .92. ............Does it ease the view since you may see more outside the frame lines............ Yes, I like the M6/M7/MP .85 viewfinder's 50mm framelines more then the M3's 50mm framelines, but that's a matter of personal taste. I have a M6 with a .85 viewfinder and frames for 35,50,90 & 135mm only, my 50mm is glued to this camera and I like it. ___________ FrankR Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mafoofan Posted February 22, 2012 Share #3 Posted February 22, 2012 I think you really need to go to the shop and try for yourself. Everyone will experience the varying magnifications differently. I was tempted by the idea of .85x, but found that I could not see the 35mm frame lines without roaming around the viewfinder. For reference, I do not wear glasses. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrid Posted February 23, 2012 Share #4 Posted February 23, 2012 I had my M6ttl converted from .85 to .72, because the 35 framelines were so close to the edge of frame that I found them difficult to see. With the .72 they are comfortably visible. If you wear glasses the .85 could be even more of a problem. Also if you get a .72 you'll gain the 28mm framelines. In a pinch you can boost the magnification of your .72 with the screw in magnifier (which I also have and rarely use). If you can try the .85 for yourself, but I recommend the .72 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erl Posted February 23, 2012 Share #5 Posted February 23, 2012 I have just been shooting most of the day with M6 0.85 mag + 35/2.0. It is true that the 35 framelines are close to the edge. I do wear glasses but still see the f/lines. For me it is not critical because of my style of shooting with this camera. Either I am 'snap shooting' so often don't even look through the VF, or I am using longer focal length lenses on it when I get the benefit of the higher mag. It is very much a personal choice. No one can make it for you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Negative Posted February 23, 2012 Share #6 Posted February 23, 2012 It's certainly doable, but as the others mention - the framelines are pretty close to the edge. If you don't wear glasses, no biggie. But 50mm is really the sweet spot for .85 VFs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charby57 Posted February 25, 2012 Author Share #7 Posted February 25, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) thank you all for sharing your experiences. Are there many of you who prefer finder the .85 mag cameras over the M3, beside the convenience of a meter? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
freusen Posted February 25, 2012 Share #8 Posted February 25, 2012 Are there many of you who prefer finder the .85 mag cameras over the M3, beside the convenience of a meter? Yes, I do. ___________ FrankR Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Negative Posted February 25, 2012 Share #9 Posted February 25, 2012 I prefer an M7 - so the .85 VF makes shooting a 50mm really nice, especially with the Japan Exposures 1.15x magnifier... Giving you a nearly 1:1 view (.97x) to shoot with both eyes open - just like the M3. Generally, I have to say I prefer a .72 or .68 (M8/M9) finder better for average "everyday" photography as I like my wides. It really comes down to the focal length(s) you shoot most. If a 50mm is your go-to lens, the .85 finder is attractive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrid Posted February 25, 2012 Share #10 Posted February 25, 2012 thank you all for sharing your experiences. Are there many of you who prefer finder the .85 mag cameras over the M3, beside the convenience of a meter? The M3 does not have framelines for the 35 or 28. 50 is as wide as an M3 will go without an external brightline finder. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyoung Posted February 25, 2012 Share #11 Posted February 25, 2012 Or m3 goggled 35 of course Gerry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfer dude Posted February 26, 2012 Share #12 Posted February 26, 2012 Personally, I love the .85 finder with a 35mm lens. To me, it doesn't matter if I can't actually see the framelines - the whole visible picture area is showing you what you get with the 35mm - it's such an incredible sight. I haven't used an M3 so I can't comment on that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Negative Posted February 26, 2012 Share #13 Posted February 26, 2012 Personally, I love the .85 finder with a 35mm lens. To me, it doesn't matter if I can't actually see the framelines - the whole visible picture area is showing you what you get with the 35mm - it's such an incredible sight. I haven't used an M3 so I can't comment on that. True, true. Makes it a bit more SLR-like in that regard. I kind of liked that when using the 2,8/25 ZM on the M8. What you saw is what you got. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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