This Lens from 2004 Still Ranks Highly as a Zoom on DXOMark

DXOMark are famous for the lab tests that they run on camera sensors, and lenses, and while the data can help consumers make more informed decisions, some of their rankings can be a little strange. After digging through their database recently, we found that some rather old (could almost be considered vintage) lenses still rank highly in their charts.

This of course is testament to the lens (in this case the Konica Minolta 28-75mm f2. 8), but it also raises questions about newer glass too, and why there have only been marginal improvements over the course of the last decade and a half. Join us after the break as we look at this a little more. .

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2019-7-8 16:00

Источник: thephoblographer.com

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