> George S. [mailto:ClassicVW@xxxxxxx] wrote:
> Having just acquired one of these myself in an auction,
> (yes, it was mis-id'd as a 50mm in the auction), I'm curious
> if this "famous yellowing element" statement has any basis
> in fact?
It has been discussed here before, but I can't remember if
anyone had one. I think I've seen other brands with it on my
web-travels (including the Percussion Test that was much
"discussed" here ;) )
> The last sentence kills me too- The yellowing element
> renders the lens unsuitable for color transparency, but
> it is OK for color negative film use ??!!
I think what they mean is that "colour correction" will
be done at the printing stage in the lab. Your point (as
I presume) stands though. :)
Cheers
Marc
Sydney, Oz
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