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Michael De Angelis
Phenomenal Film Handler

Posts: 1261
From: USA
Registered: Jul 2003

posted July 01, 2009 03:27 PM

I have two Eiki 3585 machines, and have found the
2 inch lens to is fine, but the 1.5 inch lens is not as great.

I am looking for a larger image due to a 14-18 foot throw.
Are there any other manufacturers with superior lenses?
Any suggestions are welcome.

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Michael O'Regan
Film God

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From: Essex, UK
Registered: Oct 2007

posted July 01, 2009 04:49 PM

I use one of the ISCO Zoom lenses which frequently turn up on Ebay US. They produce the sharpest image I've ever seen in 16mm.

-Mike

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Steven Sigel
Jedi Master Film Handler

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From: Massachusetts
Registered: Jun 2003

posted July 01, 2009 09:49 PM

The best lenses for the Eikis are the Schneider's. You can get them in 10,25,30,35mm sizes. The only problem is they are insanely expensive... I think that they cost about $2000 new. If you can find them used, they're probably $500-$1000...

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Michael De Angelis
Phenomenal Film Handler

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From: USA
Registered: Jul 2003

posted July 02, 2009 12:33 AM

Both sound great.

Are the Schneider and Isco lenses fast or slow lenses?

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Kevin Faulkner
Film God

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From: Essex UK
Registered: Jun 2003

posted July 02, 2009 04:43 AM

Michael, I have the Isco and its an f1.3
It gives a stunning picture.

Kev.

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