In a message dated 98-07-28 11:55:56 EDT, you write:
<< The differences is apertures seems to be within the range of "error" often
seen
in measured values vs. rated values in lens tests, so it is quite possible
they
are the same lens. Of course, a close inspection of each would reveal much
more.
For those who have the Zuiko 35-105: does this lens bear the white "date
code"
lettering on the lens mount area like other Zuikos? I know the presence or
absence of these letters proves nothing, but it would be interesting to
know...
>>
On the bottom of mine are the letters "NIF4" in white about 3/32" high. So I
guess that proves it was made by N*k*n?
BTW, your close inspection of lenses to determine if they're the same is
useless without some method of testing the glass and materials. Of necessity,
many lenses of similar length will look similar (and, of course, studying the
competition's designs can help an engineer's creativity).
Ed
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