It seems like Vivitar must have standardized, as both the 28 and the S1 Zoom
use 67. Basically the 28 has a built-in step up ring. Too bad you can't
unscrew it.
Tom
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lama-Jim L'Hommedieu" <lamadoo@xxxxxxxx>
To: <olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2003 12:29 AM
Subject: Re: [OM] Argh - engraving again (and FS)
> Let me get this straight. This lens is a 28mm f/2.8 with a 67mm filter
ring???? What the heck were those boys smoking when they
> designed that one? Or maybe in 1972, Dilbert's manager approached the
designers like this:
>
> "We have some parts lying around that we need to use up. If we put a big
front on a modest lens will it look more impressive? The
> machine shop has a surplus of 67mm rings from our canceled contracts with
Howitzer......"
>
>
> The Zuiko 28/2.8 is what? 49mm? I know my 3.5 was.
>
> Lama
>
> T. Scales offered,
> >>Vivitar 28 f/2.8. Clear glass, no oil, etc. Missing the rubber focusing
> ring (also a surprise). No caps, but does include a 67mm Vivitar UV
filter.
> Also includes a big rubber hood that has a tear that needs some black
> electrical tape. Engraved.
>
> $12
>
>
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