> Just compare the FDn 1.8/50 mm to the current
> EF 1.8/50 mm, and you know what I mean.
> Plastic mount, no scale, poor mechanics.
>
> > I wouldn't compare these to an "L" lens,
>
> But the mechanical precision and production standard of
> todays "L" lenses was obligatory for *all* lenses back
> in the early 80ies.
>
> Yes, market forces are part of degenerating quality, and
> it is futile to ask who started lowering production
> standards first.
>
> I frown at the prices for "L" lenses.... and buy them
> nevertheless. Bearing in mind that the FDn 1.4/50 mm
> that I bought along the A-1 20 years ago cost mere
> 130 US$, and looking at the price of todays
> EF 1.4/50 mm....
>
> --
> Michael Quack
I think we have to keep in mind a gallon of gas 20 years ago costs less,
as well as a loaf of bread. And the new lenses do have a motor in them -
that costs more to make.
As to my 'piece of crap' EF 75-300 - I think I'll just keep it and keep
taking 'crappy' photos with it. They look pretty good to me, and I'm getting
great blowups from it...
Price and quality aside - I like a compact, light, and, dare I say it -
'inexpensive' lens.
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