Canon EF 50 mm f/1.4 USM Lens Review and Sample Photos with Model, Annie Montgomery

July 5, 2026

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I’ve reviewed quite a few Canon lenses at this point but I definitely can’t forget about this one! The Canon EF 50 mm f/1.4 USM lens is probably one of the most underrated Canon lenses, in my opinion. It was my first fixed lens that I purchased to use alongside my Canon 5D Mark II (I’ve since upgraded to the Canon 5D Mark IV), and it was honestly the starting point for my entire photography career. The images I created with this lens caught the eyes of some of my very first clients. It’s an incredible lens for the price and has a magic to it that I haven’t been able to find with any other lenses in this price point. I eventually upgraded to the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2 L lens (you can read more about this lens on my blog here!) and sold this one, but then I recently found it in a thrift store for an incredible price and bought it again! I was always upset with myself for selling it because the images I created with it were so special and memorable. I’m honestly so glad that it’s back in my collection. I typically give it to my second shooter at weddings while I use the 50 mm f/1.2 L, just because that one does do a bit better in low light. But there are so many positive things about the 50 mm f/1.4 USM lens and so I believe it deserves a full blog post showcasing it’s amazing capabilities!

3 OF MY FAVORITE FEATURES OF THE CANON 50MM F/1.4 LENS

IT’S SMALL AND LIGHTWEIGHT
Once you get into the L series lenses, they start to get bulky and heavy. The 50mm f/1.2 L lens is much larger and heavier than the f/1.4. If you go for the f/1.8 lens which is even cheaper then this lens, the lens is even smaller. However, I didn’t find the f/1.8 lens as special as this one. While I prefer zoom lenses in general, especially when I’m shooting a wedding, I love a fixed lens because of how much less annoying they are to walk around with. They’re great for traveling and are much easier to manage when carrying it in a camera bag. I travel a LOT and I have reached a point in my life where I just don’t bring my giant zoom lenses with me anymore. They make my backpack way too heavy. So these days I’ll stick a fixed lens on my camera and call it a day. I don’t find them as efficient and they do require more patience because you constantly have to step backwards or forwards to capture the exact distance you want from your subject or landscape.
THE BOKEH IS STUNNING
While the bokeh that this lens can produce isn’t technically amazing, there is something special about it, in my opinion. The key characteristic of ideal bokeh is that the circles that the lens produces at it’s widest aperture are perfectly circular. These circles are a little oblong, but I find it gives the images more of a surreal quality, which I prefer. It reminds me of an art lens, like the TTArtisan 75mm f/1.5 Swirly Bokeh Lens or the Petzval lenses (you can find them on Lomography or eBay for more affordable used ones).
IT’S AFFORDABLE!
I recommend this lens constantly because it’s an amazing mid-range lens that can truly elevate your work. Personally, I love shooting with this lens wide open, or close to it. In bright lighting situations, you’ll want to lower your exposure to make up for all of the light the lens is bringing in. If your photos are too bright or blown out, that’s how you know the exposure needs to come down. This lens costs about $450 new, which is pretty amazing for the images it can produce. Of course, it matters what camera you’re shooting with too, but for the images shared in this post, I used a Canon 5D Mark II, which was a super professional camera when it first was released, but now can be found for as cheap as $300 through KEH Camera for one in excellent condition. It’s a great starting point if you’re just starting your photography business and aren’t quite ready to spend thousands of dollars on lenses and equipment.

CANON 50 MM F/1.2 L LENS (LEFT) VS. CANON 50MM F/1.4 USM LENS

3 CONS OF THE CANON 50MM F/1.4 USM LENS

IT HAS A STRONG VIGNETTE TO THE IMAGES
This isn’t necessary a negative to me, but a lot of people might find this frustrating. My favorite camera in the world is the Holga GCFN, which is known for it’s intense vignette, so I’m used to it and I find that it fits my personal style perfectly. I like to shoot darker imagery and I love a spooky elements to my photos. If you’re looking for a perfect wedding lens for high quality portraits or you prefer brighter imagery when editing, you’d probably prefer the 50mm f/1.2 L lens. If you aren’t sure what I mean by vignette, it means that the edges of the photo are dark and shadowy, almost like you’re shooting through a pinhole camera. You can see a circular ghosting around the corners of the photo. Again, doesn’t bother me but I totally understand if it bothers you!
THE IMAGES MIGHT SEEM A BIT SOFT
I wouldn’t describe this lens as the sharpest in the world, especially when comparing it to the 50 mm f/1.2 L lens. My 1.2 lens is incredibly sharp, especially when I’m shooting with the newer mirrorless cameras. I have a Canon EOS R that does amazing with the 1.2 lens, and I’m going to be upgrading to the Canon R6 Mark III soon and I know that’s going to be incredible too! I’m definitely looking for the sharpest images possible when I’m shooting for a client. However, creatively I actually prefer softer images. I’m also used to shooting with a lot of crappy film cameras, so I’m used to my images not being perfectly sharp. I just think it adds more character. I’m not a technically minded person so I’m not always looking to create the best image. I’m looking to create the most unique image.
IT ISN’T COMPATIBLE WITH THE NEWER CANON MIRRORLESS CAMERAS WITHOUT AN ADAPTER
This lens is a bit outdated as Canon moves towards only producing mirrorless cameras. The RF lenses are the newer line of lenses by Canon, so if you decide to get a Canon 5D Mark II, III or IV, then the RF lenses are not compatible at all. Meaning, no matter what you can’t use the RF lenses with an EF camera. However! It does work the other way around. You CAN use the EF lenses with an RF camera. So the 50 mm f/1.4 lens that I’m talking about isn’t entirely useless. You just have to buy an EF to RF adapter. But just know that this lens is the older EF style of lenses by Canon. And just to let you know, the adapter does make the lens stick out a bit more so it makes your camera set-up a bit bulkier.

SO, WOULD I RECOMMEND THIS LENS?

100%. I recommend this lens constantly to anyone who asks me where they should start if they don’t have a huge budget. I’d probably go for a Canon 6D Mark II and this lens if you’re looking for an affordable but professional starter set-up. This set-up carried me for quite a few years and helped me to grow my photography business. I actually used the Canon 6D, not the 6D Mark II, but I recommend the 6D Mark II because it’s a bit more modern. If you’re looking for more of a budget option and really want to start low, the Canon 5D Mark II and III are incredibly affordable, but just know you’re likely buying a used one, since they are pretty outdated. They were top of the line when they first came out though, so if you’re able to find one in excellent+ condition, you’re really getting an incredible deal and could definitely be considered a professional photographer with the images you could produce.

I’m so glad this lens is back in my possession and I honestly can’t wait to take it out on another fun fashion shoot. It’s a great lens if you’re looking to be creative, have fun, and create unique images. I was lucky enough to work with model Annie Montgomery for these photos and I’m just so obsessed with everything we created together. We took these photos in Forest Park in Portland, Oregon, which is one of the most magical places in the city. If you’re visiting Portland, I highly recommend walking the trail from Lower Macleay park to Pittock Mansion.

If you’re looking for a zoom lens, I highly recommend the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 II L lens ( I have a full blog post about this lens here). I’ve been using this lens for years and it has truly carried my photography business. It’s perfect for weddings and low light scenarios that require fast shooting. It’s great for portraits but also for landscapes, nature and travel. If I had to choose between a fixed lens or a zoom lens, I’d always go for a zoom, but ideally I have a fixed lens and a zoom lens with me at all times. You’re usually compromising a wide aperture for the zoom focal length, so when it comes specifically to portraits, a 50 mm lens like the 50 mm f/1.4 is my go-to. Nothing beats the magic of an f/1.2 or f/1.4 lens shot wide open.

So, in conclusion, I love this lens and I think you will too! If you’ve used this lens before, I’d love to know what you think about it! Maybe I’m weird for loving it’s quirkiness but I just find it creates the most beautiful, surreal photos. Let me know your thoughts!

If you’re in the beginning stages of choosing a camera, make sure to check out my blog posts, The 15 Best Digital Cameras for Beginner Photographers Under $1500 or The Top 10 Most Desired Digital Cameras of 2026.

WHERE TO BUY THE CANON 50MM F/1.4 USM LENS

AMAZON

B&H PHOTO

KEH CAMERA (USED)

WHERE TO BUY THE CANON 50MM F/1.2 L LENS

AMAZON

B&H PHOTO

KEH CAMERA (USED)

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Sony A7 IV Real World Review by a Professional Photographer with Sample Photos | Is it Worth the Cost and Hype?

November 25, 2025

Here we go, the Sony A7 IV. I honestly can’t believe I’m reviewing this camera right now because I’m typically a Canon girl through and through. But the Sony A7 IV has been on my radar for a while now, so when I had the opportunity to test it out, you better believe I took it! The Sony A7 IV is known for its incredible video and autofocus, but it also takes beautiful photos. When you add in the long battery life, dual card slots, in-body image stabilization and a 33 MP full-frame sensor, it’s hard to deny this camera. I’m a full-time photographer, not a videographer, but I definitely loved switching between the photo and video modes because it was just so user-friendly and intuitive. I mainly use a Canon 5D Mark IV and a Canon EOS R, so I’m used to video that is a bit clunky with slow, unreliable autofocus. I’ve just never really had a camera that was video-forward, but the Sony A7 IV made me question if the reason I haven’t been shooting video is because I just didn’t have the right tools!

As a photographer who shoots all kinds of photographs from portraits to weddings to landscapes to food to fashion, I need a camera that is a workhorse with reliability. I need an amazing lens selection, a sturdy camera body, a long battery life, and super sharp images. When it comes to choosing a camera, there are really 5 categories I’m judging to determine whether a camera is for me — Functionality, Portablity, Durability, Clarity and Creativity. These might differ from photographer to photographer, but I’ve learned over the years what matters most to me and my business. I’m simply not a technically minded person. Of course the features of a camera matter to me, but I’m more interested in the originality and quality of my work, along with the ease of use that a cameras allows for. I shoot quickly and I take a LOT of images. I’m always working towards creating photographs that are entirely unique, creative, and original. I want to create photographs that wow my clients. I just prefer to be real with my camera reviews and share what I truly think about shooting in the real world, in a real location, with real people. Was the camera easy to use or was it confusing and glitchy? Did it handle low light well? Were the images tack sharp? Did the battery last through the shoot? Would it survive a fall if I dropped it on the concrete floor of a studio? Does it have options for creative modes? These are the things that matter to me. So if you’re wondering if the Sony A7 IV can keep up in the real world and create truly stunning photographs that will make your work stand out, you should keep reading. :) And if you’d prefer to watch, I have a full YouTube video about the Sony A7 IV here!

FUNCTIONALITY (RATING: 4.5/5)

When I picked up the Sony A7 IV for the first time, I immediately noticed how intuitive the buttons and menu screen felt as I worked my way around it. I suppose I had always imagined myself being completely confused by a new camera brand because I’m so used to Canon cameras. However, I quickly got used to adjusting the ISO, aperture, exposure compensation and more. There are 3 custom buttons that you can assign different settings to so that you can access them quickly, like white balance, ISO, shutter speed, etc. So, depending on how you shoot, you can make everything you need super accessible. This is definitely a plus for me, especially when I’m working a wedding and need to change settings fast.

Another nice feature is having options when it comes to the touch screen. I like using the “touch to focus” option so that I can choose exactly where I want the camera to focus if I’m shooting a large group of people at a wedding or am trying to hone in on one person and catch a candid moment during cocktail hour. I absolutely hate “touch shutter” so I avoid that option at all costs. My Canon EOS R would always accidentally slip into the touch shutter mode because the button was super easy to hit with your nose if you decided to shoot through the viewfinder. It drove me crazy. But luckily the mode is tucked within the menu on the Sony A7 IV so it doesn’t accidentally change on you.

And of course, the 5-axis in-body stabilization (IBIS) is a huge upgrade for me. It’s somehow the first time I’ve ever used a professional camera with in-body image stabilization and it is definitely something I could get used to. Since I’ve never had it before, I just never missed it, but at any sort of wedding or event where I’m moving around, it would come in handy, for sure.

The fact that the A7 IV also has dual card slots is a major plus. It’s another one of those things that you don’t miss until you have it. After having them with my 5D Mark IV, it just lowered my stress levels so much when working for clients. You can record your images or video to two cards at the same time so you always have a backup of your work. There’s really nothing more important than having that safety net for a high-paying gig.

One thing I was pleasantly surprised by was the battery life. I ended up using the Sony A7 IV much more than I expected to at my most recent wedding at Mankin Mansion in Richmond, Virginia, but the battery lasted the entire 6 hour wedding day and had about 17% battery left when I got home. I did notice that once it got to about 11% battery, it died really quickly after that.

The A7 IV worked like a dream in low light and I managed to make it through the whole wedding without feeling the need to add a flash. The native ISO range is 100-51,200 expandable from 50-204,800 ISO. Some cameras say they have these wide ISO ranges but then struggle with autofocus in low light but I didn’t find that to be an issue with the A7 IV.

PORTABILITY (RATING: 5/5)

To some photographers, portability might not matter, but for me it’s a giant factor. I’m not a very large person and professional cameras can be super bulky and heavy. I often come home from a wedding feeling like I got hit by a truck because I lugged 2 DSLR’s with huge lenses around along with a camera bag stuffed with film cameras. Anywhere that I can cut weight from my bag matters. I loved how lightweight the A7 IV was, and I think it was one of the reasons I kept grabbing it from my backpack and choosing to use it over my other cameras. I was using the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 II Art Lens which is a lovely zoom lens with a wide aperture but is surprisingly small and light for the power that it has. I’m used to the gigantic Canon RF 28-70 f/2.0 lens (you can read more about this amazing lens here!) which is incredible but weighs a million pounds and looks a little odd on my Canon EOS R. The Sigma f/2.8 lens is even smaller than my Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8 lens, which is the comparable lens by Canon. The A7 IV hand grip size also just feels right to me when it comes to my hand size. The Canon 5D Mark IV is much bulkier and feels much larger in my hand. In terms of portability, the Sony A7 IV really passes the test for me.

DURABILITY (RATING: 3.75/5)

I have a tendency to drop my cameras, mostly because I’m constantly switching between different ones. I often get tangled in straps and a camera ends up flying onto the sidewalk. It’s sad, but true! I’ve dropped every single one of my Canon cameras and have yet to officially break one. Luckily, I did not drop the Sony A7 IV but it did feel a bit more breakable to me than the Canon 5D Mark IV or Canon 6D that I’m used to. The Canon EOS R is also a mirrorless camera similar to the Sony A7 IV and it feels fragile in the same way, with the articulating back screen and sharper edges. I have a theory that these companies purposefully make these cameras more fragile these days because they want you to break it so that you have to buy another one… similar to iPhones… what do you think? If you’ve dropped your Sony A7 IV, let me know in the comments if you experienced any major malfunctions afterwards! I’m rating it a 3/5 just based on my intuition and experience with durable cameras. My Canon 5D Mark II and 5D Mark IV seem to truly be built to last, and it’s another one of the reasons I tend to gravitate towards Canon and DSLR’s.

CLARITY (RATING: 4.2/5)

Obviously, the clarity and overall sharpness of the images is extremely important to me. I need to know if I can blow up the images I take and hang them on a wall without them looking digitized or unnatural. If one of my wedding couples ever decides to make an oversized print to hang over their couch, I want to know that it still looks epic. While the image stabilization definitely helps to keep your images sharp and clean, I didn’t find the images to look quite as natural as the images I create with my Canon cameras. When zooming in on large groups of people, there is a bit of a “digitized” look that sort of flattens faces and makes it seem a little too “fake”, in my opinion. However, I’m talking really zooming in, like on a group of 20 people and focusing in on one face. It doesn’t make a huge difference in the grand scheme of things, and your clients would probably never notice, it’s just something that stuck out to me when going through the photos after the wedding photographed. However, I was pleasantly surprised by look of the images overall, as I remember Sony images to look more digital than most cameras just a few years ago. I think they’ve really improved on making the images as beautiful as Canon or Nikon. The color tones seem to have been improved as well, as the greens look vibrant, but natural, and the skin tones are lovely and natural as well.

The one thing that really threw me off though was the viewfinder. I tend to look through the viewfinder most of the time to take photos, instead of using the LCD touch screen. This is probably more of the old-school photographer in me, but the images looked like they were going to be awful. The quality of the image in the electronic viewfinder just isn’t the best, and I’m used to DSLR viewfinders that show you the real scene that your eyes are seeing through a mirror/prism. That would take some getting used to for me.

However, the benefit of using a mirrorless camera with a digital viewfinder is that you’re seeing exactly what the white balance/color tone/depth of field and exposure will look like when you import it into your computer. It just is a lower resolution version of it. I’m just used to seeing the scene as it stands before me, but again, I guess I’m just old school…

Overall though, after importing the photos into my computer, the images were sharp and beautiful. I find the Sony A7 IV to actually be a bit more reliable in light handling and autofocus than my 5D Mark IV and EOS R, which really does make a difference during a photo shoot. I can see myself loving the consistency and in-body image stabilization after a while though, as it would relieve some of the stress that comes along with things like weddings and corporate events where your clients expects images that don’t differ from each other too much.

CREATIVITY (RATING: 3/5)

This is probably the most important category to me. Can I create images that are timeless, show-stopping, unique, eye-catching, breathtaking, magical? I don’t want images that are digitally “perfect.” I don’t want them to look digital, at all, actually. I prefer photographs that look natural, film-like, cinematic, and just generally pretty. I will say this, the photos I took with the Sony A7 IV surprised me. They didn’t look that different than my Canon 5D Mark IV, and the camera overall is considerably smaller and faster when it comes to autofocus and convenience. I truly enjoyed shooting with it!

Sadly though, the Sony A7 IV does not have a built-in multiple exposure function. And if it did, I probably would seriously consider using a Sony camera as my main work camera. It’s a necessity for me to have a multiple exposure function, though I understand that this feature isn’t important to everyone. For me though, it is a dealbreaker. I wish it wasn’t! Of course, you can always layer images in photoshop after your shoot and create multiple exposures on your own, but I often have so many photos to edit that I just don’t have time to play around in PhotoShop. I used to do that when I first started my business, because it does allow for more control with your multiple exposures, but I prefer to create them on the spot. I also find it to be sort of a fun challenge, to use my surroundings in that moment to create something interesting.

The other thing I noticed is the way the Sony A7 IV handled sunlight when I tried to get some lovely backlighting behind the bride. While it was probably handling the sunlight “correctly” and minimizing sun flare, maintaining detail in the shadows and not blowing out the scene, I found it to be a bit flat and boring. In that moment, I ended up switching back to my Canon cameras to capture the images the way I’m used to. There is something about the way Canon captures sunlight that is so lovely and magical.

If Sony can let go of some of the “perfection” and lean into creativity, I think I’d end up with a Sony in my camera bag. I did like that it had some creative options built into the camera like black and white, sepia, etc., which allows beginner photographers to have fun and experiment, but I didn’t find any of them to be personally exciting in any way. I’d still rather shoot the image flat and edit it in Lightroom myself.

OVERALL SCORE - 87/100

There are so many things I truly enjoyed about this camera. The small, lightweight body, the fast and accurate autofocus, the in-body image stabilization, the reliable light-handling when photographing large groups of people, and the overall color tone of the images. Not to mention, features like the dual card slots, custom function buttons, long battery life, and low-light functionality can really change the game when it comes to wedding and event photography. I’m pleasantly surprised by the beauty and natural aesthetic of the images right out of the camera, without editing or using a picture profile. It also was just super fun to mess with the video and I can see why so many videographers choose this camera. If you’re a hybrid photographer/videographer, or you’re a videographer that wants the option of taking beautiful photos, then this camera would be perfect for you. While it definitely bums me out that it doesn’t have a multiple exposure function, I still loved having this camera in my bag for a few weeks. I knew that I could rely on it for a lot of high-stress photography moments, like a wedding, and I found myself continuously reaching for it over some of my other cameras. It’s an amazing camera that offers so much value for the price. It has everything you need for running a successful photography business, or for filming for a YouTube channel, or for traveling and photographing landscapes, nature, people, etc. I’d even say that the Sony A7 IV was even better than I expected and it makes me want to try out some of their other products, for sure. It was fun being a Sony girl for a hot minute! I’ve included tons of sample photos below so you can decide if this camera is for you!

WHERE TO BUY THE SONY A7 IV CAMERA

B&H Photo

SIGMA 24-70MM F/2.8 DG DN II ART LENS (SONY E)

B&H Photo

I hope this post helps you decide if the Sony A7 IV is for you! It’s truly an amazing camera! And it’s actually on sale through B&H Photo this year for Black Friday/Cyber Monday! You can find the deal here. I’ve included a ton of sample photos below. There are no filters on these images, but I have made minor adjustments to exposures, shadows, highlights, and color temperature to fit my personal style. There is no sharpness or clarity enhancements, curve adjustments, or color grading. If you have more specific questions about the editing, please feel free to ask!

<3 Myles Katherine

Contax Carl Zeiss 140mm f/2.8 Sonnar T* Lens Review & Sample Photos | The Best Lenses for the Contax 645

June 5, 2025

When I first bought my Contax 645, it came with two lenses, the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 80mm F/2 Lens (my favorite lens - you can find it on eBay here) and the Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* 140mm F2.8 Lens (you can also find this one on eBay). For years, the 140 mm lens just sat in my bag collecting dust. I tend to shoot wide and I find it slightly annoying to have lenses that have a longer focal length than 80 mm. However, I recently decided to challenge myself and try out the 140 mm lens! I took it with me to a few different photo shoots to really get an idea of how it handles. It’s always a little nerve-wracking to try out new gear because you just don’t know if you’re wasting your time and your expensive film! Luckily, the photos turned out amazingly beautiful and now I’m wondering why I left this lens in my bag for so long! I definitely want to take it with my on more of my future nature trips because I’m always looking for a way to capture mountains or stunning waterfalls off in the distance.

The Contax 645 is, by far, one of the nicest cameras I own. I have a full blog post about it here that features photos taken with the classic 80 mm lens that most people tend to use with this camera. The only downside with the Contax 645 is how huge and heavy it is. But every time I get a roll of film back, it’s more than worth the challenge of dragging it with me everywhere. The photos are like nothing else, in my opinion. You can also watch my YouTube video about the Contax 645 here where I take it with me on an adventure to Mount Rainier in Washington State!

REVIEW OF THE CARL ZEISS SONNAR T* 140MM F2.8 LENS

I was a little bit worried that the 140mm f/2.8 wouldn’t stand up to the 80mm lens f/2 that I’ve been used to. But I really should have known better considering the 1400mm is a Zeiss lens! Zeiss is known for creating lenses that are SUPER sharp and reliable. I had this idea that I’d get back images that just weren’t exciting, but that wasn’t the case at all. These lenses are incredibly sturdy and well-made, with high-quality optics and functionality. I was also worried that the lens just wouldn’t work, especially because it had been sitting in my bag, stagnant, for a decade. But it came back to life as if nothing had happened at all! I was still able to get that dreamy background blur and those super sharp landscape shots that I love the Contax 645 for, even dropping back from an f/2.0 aperture to an f/2.8. In general, I tend to prefer lenses with a wider aperture because I love the dreamy, surreal quality that they can create. But I was pleasantly surprised with the bokeh and background blur of this lens, likely because it does have such a long focal length and is so zoomed in naturally. I don’t typically use telephoto lenses or lenses past 100mm focal length, so it was a new experience for me. I did find myself backing up sometimes to get the images I wanted, but I’m sure that is just something I’d get used to after a while.

This lens also has a “T*” coating, which is a technology that Zeiss implemented to help reduce flare and ghosting. Personally, I don’t mind a little flare but I noticed that this lens did handle light extremely well and creates absolutely beautiful portraits. The Contax 645, in general, is an incredible camera, especially if you’re looking to create stunning, fine art portraiture. When I first started getting into photography, a few of my all-time favorite photographers used the Contax 645. I was in awe of their portraits and knew that I’d have to get one in the future. When I finally was able to purchase one, it felt like I had reached a new level as a photographer.

The autofocus is a little slow with this lens, but when I’m using this camera I’m typically working slower anyway, making sure I don’t waste a single frame. If you’re trying to shoot extremely quickly, I wouldn’t recommend a camera like the Contax 645 anyway. It’s really meant for slow, precise photography and not sports or fast motion.

Overall, I love that this lens didn’t disappoint me at all, and in fact, surprised me with how much I loved the images! I had convinced myself that there was no way this old, unused lens would be able to create beautiful photographs, but it definitely did. I’ve included a bunch of sample images below that I’ve taken with it over the last few months so you can decide for yourself!

WHERE TO BUY THE CARL ZEISS SONNAR T* 140MM LENS

KEH Camera

Etsy

Check eBay Listings

The Contax 645 is expensive, but it’s also highly desired. If you’re on the hunt for one, here are a few places you might be able to find one!

WHERE TO BUY THE CONTAX 645

KEH Camera (not always in stock, but you can keep checking back!)

Check eBay Listings

Etsy

For these images, I used Cinestill 400D 120 film and Kodak Portra 400. You can check out more of my 120 film recommendations on my blog here - The Best 120 Film Stocks and Where to Buy Them.

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