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alexmuir
3rd November 2014, 04:46 PM
I recently acquired one of theses Standard/Regular 8 cameras. I already have the earlier 8s, but wanted one with a zoom lens. The one I found on eBay has the Angenieux 7.5-35mm lens. Most of those pictured seem to have the Leica Variogon. These lenses are not interchangeable, and I wondered if anyone knew, or remembered😀, which was considered better. I also wondered why the same camera model came with lenses from two different manufacturers. I'm assuming the Leica branded lens was actually a Schneider product? We're the lenses an option you could specify, or was it simply a case of the manufacturer changing lens supplier at some point in the production? I haven't run a film through it yet, but the quality of the Angenieux lens seems to be very good. The focus and zoom actions are smooth and precise. Any information would be much appreciated.
Alex.