John Gettis wrote:
>Another pawn shop had a Kiron 80-200 macro with zoom lock for 99.99.
>I was wondering if an one had anything to say about it. I would rather
>have a 67-200 Zuiko but can not afford one right now. Also like the
>zoom lock feature on this lens.
First, Kiron is a terrific brand, and most of their lenses are
exceptionally well made.
Kiron made both an 80-200/f4 and an 80-200/f4.5. Neither should cost
more than $70-80, especially if you buy from a pawn shop which won't
give you even a minimal warranty.
IMHO, the best Kiron in this range is the 70-200/f4. It usually has
zoom lock, and the more upscale version also has focus lock (that's
the one I have). A very sharp lens -- with an added benefit of a
non-rotating front element. The ZL/FL model if mint will probably
be priced in the $130-140 range.
Cheers,
/Gary Schloss.
Studio City, CA
schloss@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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