Indeed. I find myself really fighting the buy reflex as wonderful
film-centric gear shows up at "yikes!" prices. It's really noticeable
in medium format kit. I know that at some point I'll have the extra
cash and will end up with an RZ or 'blad again because the used market
is overloaded with them and prices are relatively low. And I think
they'll go even lower over the years.
My standing joke on this subject is that I'll walk into a rummage sale
ten years from now and find a nice 'blad kit in box on the floor with
a sign saying, "Make Offer!"
ScottGee1
On 3/7/06, Brian Swale <bj@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> Some times I can't help myself. Prices are getting ridiculous for some nice
> glass.
>
> On trademe there was a Tokina RMC 135/2.8 with a starting price of $15 NZ.
>
> For those stateside, that's about $10. No photo, so I asked a few questions.
>
> I didn't really want it as I have a Zuiko 135/3.5. So I didn't bid, and
> neither did
> anybody else.
>
> As is usual on trademe, those who have shown a written interest sometimes
> are offered a second bite at the cherry when the auction is over. He offered
> it
> to me for the original $15, $5 postage. So I bit.
>
> It seems like a very nice lens and when the glass is cleaned up a little, will
> seem like new. Seems sharp enough. $15 !!!
>
> Brian
>
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