----- Original Message ----- From: Artur Led�chowski Subject: On glass and future...
> Hi, > I found this on the http://www.central-camera.com/minolta/lens_intro.htm : > "Each Maxxum AF lens is a product of Minolta's advanced computer-assisted > optical design. Minolta is one of the few camera makers who insist on making > our own optical glass" > and > "Minolta is one of the few major camera manufacturers in the world who make > their very own lenses" Marketing hype, and little else. I wouldn't pay a hell of a lot of attention to it. My old Tokina 35-105 zoom was identical to the Minolta MD one, except for the lens bezel. Mine said Tokina, the Minolta one said Minolta. Not calling anyone a liar here, but if it walks like a duck, and quacks..... William Robb
