I agree there could be no or little influence on the final image but the
marks will affect the value/re-sell value of the lens. But then if one only
concern the image quality, at that price not only a Zuiko 35-80/2.8 can do.
C.H.Ling
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From: "Brian Swale"
>
> The importance of such marks can be over-estimated, as far as I know. I
> believe the seller's notes on this were probably fair comment.
>
> How many of you remember the 24mm Zuiko shift lens grafted onto a 6x6
> camera body, that hit eVilBay? That lens had a large chip on one one
> side,
> fixed with a dab of silicone sealant as far I could tell. Made NO apparent
> difference, to judge by the large test image posted..
> I have read other reports that chips etc especially on the front element
> make
> little or no difference (unless hit by direct sunlight ! )
>
> Brian Swale.
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