Which Mamiya 645 lens to get?

[optique]

Steve,

The 35mm is why I bought (another) M645. I'm a Hasselblad user and I could not justify the $$$ for a 40mm 'Blad lens or the SW/M with the 38mm. So I bought the 35mm and a 1000s body. It's my 3rd Mamiay 645. I really like the 35mm lens!!! Not very heavy and is tack sharp. I bought it for travel shots.

With the 80 a lot of folks get the 45mm.

You might find the 35 too wide - think a 21mm on a 35mm camera. But with the 55mm it's a great set up.

Yes, the 45mm would a lot cheaper, also. Good idea. I will try the 45mm.
thanks.
Steve.

[ellepi]

I have a M645 1000S with:

- 55/2.8 very good (I'll change it with 45/2.8)
- 80/2.8 I didn't use a lot(I want change it with 110/3.5 or 120/4 APO)
- 210/4 very excellent

Next lenses:
- fisheye
- 145/4 soft focus
- 50/4 shift

[alexfoto]

I use only normal lens so 80mm 2.8 is the only i have and is super sharp.

[CGW]

For flexibility and fun with MF, start with an 80/2.8--sharp, cheap, and plentiful.

[agfarapid]

I concur. The 80 2.8 is a great performer at a cheap price. It was my first lens for this camera. I also have the 150/4.0--great for portraits, scenics, whenever you want a longer than normal view. My current favorite is the 45/2.8. A heavy piece of glass but gives a fresh new perspective. You can't go wrong with any of the above.

[Aristophanes]

I use the 45/2.8 N and the camera came with the C version. The N version of the 45 has superior coatings and flare control, having compared both.

My advice is to use lens hoods as well.