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28 June, 2024

Omnar/Skyllaney Converted Carl Zeiss Jena Biotar 40mm f/1.4 – Mini Review

By Hamish Gill

Working with Chris and Vita Andreyo to setup Omnar lenses has been one of the most enjoyable projects I have been a part of in my working life. It has been really exciting bring...

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