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Canis Vulpes

13-09-06 21:53

Worlds largest telephoto lens

The worlds largest telephoto lens 1700mm f4 for hasselblad 6x6 medium format has been unveiled, see below.

http://www.zeiss.com/c12567a8003b58b...2571e100393a1b

At 256kg (1/4 ton) methinks some upper body strength is in order :D

Saphire

13-09-06 22:01

I want one. Its not that heavy.

Don Hoey

13-09-06 22:11

Quite amazing. Having used a Bronica SQA ( similar in size to Hassleblad ) for several years I can really visualise the size of that monster.

Don

Andy	13-09-06 22:29

Any guesses as to a price? I reckon at least £30k but £50k wouldn't surprise me, maybe far more.

Don Hoey

13-09-06 22:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy (Post 11692)

Any guesses as to a price? I reckon at least £30k but £50k wouldn't surprise me, maybe far more.

I would not dare to guess given R&d etc. I am now waiting to see a forklift bearing Hassleblad logo. ( Smilies inoperative )

Don

Adey Baker

13-09-06 22:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy (Post 11692)

Any guesses as to a price? I reckon at least £30k but £50k wouldn't surprise me, maybe far more.

If you have to ask, you can't afford it!

I reckon about a quarter of a million

Andy	13-09-06 22:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adey Baker (Post 11694)

I reckon about a quarter of a million

I wouldn't even argue with that price. Consider the Canon 1200mm is about £60k

sassan

14-09-06 00:25

Doesn't impress me unless it is attached to a balloon of helium make it hand held lens (Must be out door only) or to see Hass first make a 6x6 digital sensor.
Still my favorite all time lens is the Nikon's legendary 6mm fisheye with 210 degree of view that I believe is at 100K US$ should you be able to find one.

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