Big Closeout Sale on Voigtlander 50's & 85 for Nikon Rangefinder

CameraQuest · 01-22-2010

Once upon a time Cosina Voigtlander produced a lineup of lenses for classic Nikon rangefinders, the SC 21/4, 25/4, 28/3.5, 35/2.5, 50/1.5, 50/2.5, and 85/3.5. ALL were modern multi-coated high contrast lenses. see http://cameraquest.com/nrfVClens.htm

Until today (Jan 22, 2009) the CameraQuest prices for the 50/1.5 were $399, the 50/2.5 $319, and the 85/3.5 $385.

On closeout special the 50/1.5 is now $249. This is the only Aspherical production lens ever produced in Nikon rangefinder mount. It has the same glass as the Voigtlander 50/1.5 in Leica screw mount.

the 50/2.5 $199. It has the same glass as the Voigtlander 50/2.5 in Leica screw mount.

and the 85/3.5 $249. This is the only APO 85 ever produced in Nikon Rangefinder mount.

ALL 3 LENSES FOR $500! This special applies to Nikon Rangefinder mount lenses ONLY, not their Leica mount counterparts.

Free Shipping within the US
add 9.75% sales tax only if you are in Calif
$40 Shipping Express Mail Internationally for 1 or 2 lenses
Free Shipping Internationally if you buy all 3 lenses!
- providing you mention your RFF ID when ordering

PayPal to Stephen@CameraQuest.com

Thanks!
Stephen

NIKON KIU · 01-23-2010

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ALL 3 LENSES FOR $500!

Wow, that's a low price.

Kiu

BTMarcais · 01-23-2010

I know. And just when I'd decided to probably sell my S2... this doesn't make that any easier

Now I just keep thinking..."well, if I sell it anyway later on, maybe it'll sell faster as a set w/ the 85mm too, and..."
sigh.

-Brian

rbsinto · 01-24-2010

The fifty doesn't interest me at all and I've got the Nikkor 85, so no sale.
However, I'd get very excited and spring for the 25 and the 28 if they go on close out.
I'm waiting........

ellisson · 01-26-2010

I wanted an 85mm, and this offer was to good to resist. It should be here by the weekend to try.

KHW · 01-26-2010

Irresistible! In particular the APO85. I want one set, i.e. all three lens and free shipping internationally. Will pay you by Paypal very soon!!!

jorgef2002 · 01-26-2010

KHW can you tell what is Nikon mount,will this lenses fit Leica IIIg or Bessa R2 thank you

furcafe · 01-26-2010

Perhaps you didn't know that Nikon made rangefinders (that's why there's a separate sub-forum for them)?

http://www.cameraquest.com/usingthe.htm

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Originally Posted by jorgef2002

KHW can you tell what is Nikon mount,will this lenses fit Leica IIIg or Bessa R2 thank you

kdemas · 01-26-2010

Terrific deal! I look forward to trying out all three

Kent

CameraQuest · 01-27-2010

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Originally Posted by rbsinto

The fifty doesn't interest me at all and I've got the Nikkor 85, so no sale.
However, I'd get very excited and spring for the 25 and the 28 if they go on close out.
I'm waiting........

The Voigtlander SC series lenses for Nikon Rangefindes & Contax Rangefinders were introduced in 2001 and discontinued in 2007. The complete set were the 21/4, 25/4, 28/3.5, 35/2.5, 50/1.5, 50/2.5, 50/3.5, and 85/3.5.

These special prices are only for 3 overstocked lenses: the 50/1.5, 50/2.5, and 85/3.5. The 35/2.5 sold out about a year ago. The other 3 wide angles appear likely to sell out this year. There will be no other super lens discounted deals like this one.

Once this series of lenses are gone, thats it. I think demand will push prices up over time.

IF these lenses are new to you, the wide angles 21, 25, 28, and 35 can be used on the Nikon I, M, S, S2, S3, S4, S3M, S3 2000 and SP 2005 rangefinders, the Voigtlander Bessa R2S as well as the classic Zeiss Contax I, II, III, IIa and IIIa. The 50 and 85's can be used on the above Nikon rangefinders only, not the classic Zeiss Contax unless you use them at or near infinity only.

Thanks
Stephen

KHW · 01-29-2010

Send you the money through Paypal already! Looking forward to receive them soon.

kdemas · 02-03-2010

I took a stroll with the 85mm today and it's a very nice handling lens. Well built and relatively compact, I look forward to getting back the roll of BW400 I took today.

This really was one heck of a deal, thanks again to Stephen!

Kent

jonmanjiro · 02-08-2010

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Originally Posted by CameraQuest

The Voigtlander SC series lenses for Nikon Rangefindes & Contax Rangefinders were introduced in 2001 and discontinued in 2007. The complete set were the 21/4, 25/4, 28/3.5, 35/2.5, 50/1.5, 50/2.5, 50/3.5, and 85/3.5.

These special prices are only for 3 overstocked lenses: the 50/1.5, 50/2.5, and 85/3.5. The 35/2.5 sold out about a year ago. The other 3 wide angles appear likely to sell out this year.

When I dropped by yesterday, Fujiya Camera in Nakano (the best place to buy CV gear in Tokyo) were sold out of the "other three wides" (21/4, 25/4, and 28/3.5). Its probably fair to say if they don't have any no one in Tokyo does.

If anyone is thinking of picking any of these up, probably best to grab them while you still can!

migtex · 02-14-2010

I did bite the bullet, send the bar tender the order.
Since I got the 21 & 28.. already, the only missing will be the 25..
And I'm closed for the entire year... got to wash dishes for two years based on the contract with home CFO .... oh damn GAS!

CameraQuest · 02-28-2010

It turns out Voigtlander SC lenses are a lot more rare than most of us thought. The following are estimates based upon factory supplied info. The figures are not exact, but I believe they are relatively close:

SC 21/4 900
SC 25/4 800
SC 28/3.5 700
SC 35/2.5 700
SC 35/1.2 3 - prototypes
S 50/1.5 700
S 50/2.5 600
S 50/3.5 500
S 85/3.5 600

Bessa R2S Body 900 !

While more SC 21's were made than the 21/4 Nikkor, all of the other SC lenses are considerably rarer than their equivalent Nikkor counterparts.

UPDATED SC page here http://cameraquest.com/nrfVClens.htm

SO...get them while you can!

Stephen

DanOnRoute66 · 03-04-2010

Any idea how many of the R2C bodies were made, Stephen?

Leon.L · 03-09-2010

Wow, that's a attractive price indeed !
I got a R2S NHS special set and a w-Nikkor 3.5cm f/1.8 (old) last year,
these are my only Nikon RF staff.
Now I intend to buy a fast 50mm lens ...

Is the S Nokton 50mm f/1.5 still in stock ?
Thanks.

KHW · 03-10-2010

I bought 1 set already. The quality is excellent. With such some no. of production, I am thinking seriously to buy one more set, and a 25/4 as well.

VinceC · 03-10-2010

25/4 is a very nice lens.

CameraQuest · 03-10-2010

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Originally Posted by DanOnRoute66

Any idea how many of the R2C bodies were made, Stephen?

Less than the R2S!

There will be a lot of shooters wishing they had bought the R2C after they sell out!

Stephen

CameraQuest · 03-10-2010

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Originally Posted by Leon.L

Wow, that's a attractive price indeed !
I got a R2S NHS special set and a w-Nikkor 3.5cm f/1.8 (old) last year,
these are my only Nikon RF staff.
Now I intend to buy a fast 50mm lens ...

Is the S Nokton 50mm f/1.5 still in stock ?
Thanks.

yes, all the Voigtlander SC lenses are still in stock
with one exception -- the sold out 35/2.5

Stephen

Leon.L · 03-10-2010

I ordered one set yesterday.
Now I'm looking forward to the coming of theses excellent lenses.
I am so lucky that I can get them in time.

Leon

Leon.L · 03-14-2010

I've just received the package. It's faster than what I expect.
These lenses are really excellent !
Thank you, Stephen.

Leon

Tom Diaz · 03-14-2010

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Originally Posted by Leon.L

I've just received the package. It's faster than what I expect.
These lenses are really excellent !
Thank you, Stephen.

Leon

Same here.

I have not had a chance to go out shooting with mine--just got them--but I am very impressed with the fit and finish of the lenses.

Tom

css9450 · 03-24-2010

This thread has reminded me to get busy and order the CV wides I need before they're gone. I already have the 35 (and love it!) but I just sent in an order for a 25. I can't wait!