I wanted to see what effects fungus infected lens elements might have on resolution and contrast. On hand was a Nikon Nikkor 35-105mm f/3.5-f/4.5 zoom that was somewhat infected. It wasn't too bad, but still, I thought even a little should affect the outcome.
Setup -
Here's a look at what fungus there was in the lens before a proper CLA.
Comparison Results -
[If you click on the image it'll take you to the Flickr hosting site. Once there, look at the file at full resolution. In many cases the differences between lenses is small and likely can't be seen until you take a squint at the comparison at 100 percent.]
Comments -
There's not much to say. I can't tell any difference between the pre and post-CLA'd lens output. This is a case where fungus had little to no effect on image creation.
Setup -
- Sony A6000, 100ISO, AWR converted in Sony's software
- Big Beefy Manfrotto tripod
- Nikon Nikkor 35-105mm f/3.5-f/4.5 zoom
- Straight-thru adapter
- Lens Turbo II adapter
Here's a look at what fungus there was in the lens before a proper CLA.
Comparison Results -
[If you click on the image it'll take you to the Flickr hosting site. Once there, look at the file at full resolution. In many cases the differences between lenses is small and likely can't be seen until you take a squint at the comparison at 100 percent.]
Comments -
There's not much to say. I can't tell any difference between the pre and post-CLA'd lens output. This is a case where fungus had little to no effect on image creation.
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