Both the Sonnar and Jupiter were based on the work of Ludwig Jakob Bertele. The Jupiter wasn’t based on the Sonnar.
@zsht13 күн бұрын
Would love to hear your opinion of the swirly GDR lens Pentacon 29mm
@jameswburke21 күн бұрын
I recently got a Jupiter 37A, 135mm / f3.5 lens, which has 12 aperture blades. Very sharp too and lovely background blur from all those blades. M42 screw fit so I use an M42 / Sony E adapter for my A7iii. I had to buy a hood as it didn't come with one, but it's a fabulous lens and highly recommended.
@ClickClickComrade19 күн бұрын
That's a fine lens! Post a link when you've got some photos.
@vilson.fariasАй бұрын
I got one of those early M39 Tair-11. Is there a way to enable infinity focus, like using some m39 to mirrorless adapter with flange distance compensation?
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
You could try to use a helicoid adapter, which helps. It's that tiny little difference that gets you!
@rubenproost2552Ай бұрын
Got one from 1970 for my old Praktica camera. The camera is recycled. The lens is on my desk in it's original bakelite case. Cool looking thing.
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
Get it onto a camera and share your thoughts!
@AL3XFPV2 ай бұрын
whats the image circle? does it cover FF 35mm?
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
Indeed it does. THanks for asking...it's something I should make sure is clear in the video.
@coin7772 ай бұрын
4:35 Was that a burglery?
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
Nah, just a bunch of kids running around after school. It was a fun day...thanks for the comment!
@mitjalunder3 ай бұрын
Got a Tair with #000343 <3
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
That's probably meant for a VIP, government official or factory employee. I'm assuming it's from KMZ? What color is the coating on the lens? Blue? Purple?
@mitjalunderАй бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade yeah. Kmz. Mostly blue but it turns purple under certain angles.
@SmokeMonster3 ай бұрын
Subscribed. What's that space capsule of a lens at the beginning?
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
HA! That's a KMZ Jupiter 6 180mm f/2.8 and it's a BEAST of a lens...it takes some amazing photos. Should I cover that in my next review?
@yuriythebest3 ай бұрын
This lens has me very confused inside. I like it and I want it, BUT I also know that 100% of people won't be able to tell the difference between this and a mid 2000-s point-and-shoot.
@DiarigelАй бұрын
🤭
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
It probably costs LESS than a point and shoot from the mid 2000's! I'm sure you're kidding, but using this glass is literally bakes an unparalleled character into shots...and used wisely can be stunning.
@volkmarweber17913 ай бұрын
The KMZ first version (purple coating, cyrillic name and a small red sign on the front) are made out of the same sonnar zeiss optical glass, the Russians took from Zeiss after end of world war 2. all serial numbers below 60xxxxx contain the original Zeiss glass. A seller from Moldova/Transnistria told me this when i bought my version. I keep the black export version too, but the first edition is so much better. Avoid the ones from the Lzos production. The quality differs a lot, the manufacturing was not very precise at all. Millions were made for USSR market. A standard lens that costed just around 15 Euro back in the days.
@glaurung6663 ай бұрын
You should disassemble it and lubricate helikoids with dense lubricant. It will stop rattle and start working smoothly. I own Tair 11a of 80's, which has the same construction, but black body. So original lubricant there dried up and it was screeching, so I had to dig into lens to fix it. Not very difficult.
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
I've purchased everything needed for the CLA, but I'm a bit apprehensive about the REassembly.
@glaurung6663 ай бұрын
For you all, guys: Мир-1В is literally Mir-1V not B.
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
Indeed!
@LULULIGHTNINGARTIST3 ай бұрын
You are funny 😁😉 Thank you for this review 😊
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
That's a spectacular compliment, thank you! You're the only person that's said that to me. Cheers!
@AI3Dorinte3 ай бұрын
the video is where it shines at, wow, did not think it would be that good!
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
I'm really glad you dig it...I wouldn't steer you wrong! Cheap, classy, and stunning...how can you miss?
@ice9phil4 ай бұрын
I took one with me to Venice Carnival this year. I get some real good response due to great colors and great background separation, much better than my modern digital counterparts. I also got some strange looks with my 67 silver Jupiter locked onto the front of my Sony a7 . Its a great lens and so is it's little brother, Jupiter 8
@whatnow55984 ай бұрын
Nice video. Was considering getting this to compliment my kmz helios 44-2 and jupiter-9. I shoot mostly video. Do you find the MIR-1 any more difficult to use for video than the Helios and Jupiter?
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
No. In fact, it's easier because of the focal length. The 40mm range is PERFECT for so many applications...and this being slightly wider just makes it indispensable to my vintage shooting kit.
@vilson.farias4 ай бұрын
I loved your video. Funny and goes straight to the point.
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
Thank you sir! You comments inspire me to keep at it.
@anupew32765 ай бұрын
I have 2 later(?) Mir 1V variants, one looks simmilar to MIR-1, only in black, second have changed tubus design, both made in VOOMP factory. They are... good, but not perfect. A bit softer (definitely softer than any variant of Helios-44 made by Belomo or KMZ) And they generally produce strongly desaturated images... Like with many other soviet lenses, it looks like you really need to do quite some research on variants and manufacturers... Looks like I'm in for hunting for KMZ made Mir 1 :)
@ClickClickComradeАй бұрын
It absolutely takes some work to find one that works for you, but when you find it you'll keep it forever. I've got a few "lesser than" Mir 1 lenses purchased before I found a great one, so don't be discouraged.
@realpain845 ай бұрын
wow, great video and content! subbed! i've got Helios-103, Mir1B and Jupiter12 is on it's way....
@ClickClickComrade5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment and the subscription! The depth of field on the Helios 103 must be very shallow...I've never used one. I've got a few more videos, one of which is a Jupiter 9 review and highly recommend that lens.
@realpain845 ай бұрын
good day comrade, just got me this lens black version, no letters outside just cyrillic "MIR" on the lens. using it with m42-m4/3 converter for olympus omd. it takes time but the shots are amazing, having special atmosphere.....cheers PS this lens is amazing for recording videos as well!
@ClickClickComrade5 ай бұрын
You're very kind to say such things, thank you. Micro 4/3rds is a 2x crop if I'm not mistaken, making this close to a 75mm for you?
@realpain843 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade yes,looks like this 🙃 cheers
@stevenmcalpine58795 ай бұрын
Loved this ... im a huge soviet lens fan ... your review is very good and hope you show more great lenses.
@ClickClickComrade5 ай бұрын
That's super nice of you to go out of your way to let me know. I've currently got several other lens reviews (Jupiter 9 was my first, Tair 11 is my latest) and I'm working on more. Thanks again!
@LeedsRider5 ай бұрын
Hi Comrade, I have a 1962 KMZ Jupiter 9 (SLR version) and it has quickly become my absolute favourite. It holds up so well to colour grading, once you get used to it, and is plenty sharp. Very very pleased with mine. It does need a service though, the focus ring is rather stiff. Aside from that, perfect condition. I doubt my XF lenses will hold up so well in 60 years time!
@ClickClickComrade5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching the video and telling me about your Jupiter 9. What a nice piece of kit eh?
@ohjajohh6 ай бұрын
Great video! I might buy the 11A version as it's on sale on my local marketplace.
@ClickClickComrade6 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching the video. The 11A is a nice lens if you dig the focal length. I checked out your channel and you've got a videos I'll surely check out...saw a Helios 44 I think. =)
@zoltankaparthy90956 ай бұрын
Yeah, ya did good, Eric. Fun and very informative videos.
@ClickClickComrade6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for watching and for the kind words! I'm still trying to find my creative "voice" so your feedback goes a long way. Cheers!
@zoltankaparthy90956 ай бұрын
The CZJ Flektagon has been getting talked up a lot on a few boards as a good "sleeper" lens. And now the Mir 1. It looks like a good one. Can you get grindahs in Lowell?
@ClickClickComrade5 ай бұрын
The Flek is a decent lens, but in my experience the Mir 1 is superior for my purposes. The Mir 1 is really the only choice on the low end of affordable wide angle vintage Soviet lenses. The next bump down would be the Jupiter 12, but that's only slightly wider at 35mm. Super-wide angle lenses like the Mir-20 @20mm (my next review) cost in the $350-500 range, which tends to be less approachable for the hobbyist. Do you shoot wider than 35mm? And if so, what do you use? Thanks for watching!
@KwizzleHazzizle6 ай бұрын
So this is a bit of a longshot but I'll ask anyway. Do you know anything about Soviet military optics from the late cold war? I ask because I once looked through either a a half of a set of broken binoculars , or maybe it was a monocular. Definitely military, had a green tint when looking through it and I could see really far and really clearly. It felt like it had some sort of rubber and/or plastic outside and had a red hammer and sickle on it. It was in Nicaragua which received Soviet military aid in the 80s. Really random question, I know but of all people on KZread I think you have a better chance of knowing what I'm talking about.
@ClickClickComrade6 ай бұрын
There are several things it could have been...but the green tint hints that it's a NVG or "Night Vision Gear." Could it possibly have been this? i.ebayimg.com/images/g/AzoAAOSwiQ1kz9ZX/s-l1600.jpg
@ClickClickComrade6 ай бұрын
If you would like a DIFINITIVE answer you will find it in the Soviet Lens facebook group. I converse regularly with experts who can identify ANY Soviet lens. facebook.com/groups/1651731931782482
@KwizzleHazzizle6 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade Hmm no, it's not a camera lens but really a sort of monocular/half binocular
@KwizzleHazzizle6 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComradeThanks, I might ask there
@zoltankaparthy90956 ай бұрын
I got a 9 a few years back, an '88 Lytkarino. Nice color and definition and coated. I paid around US$100. A good buy. I have found old FSU lenses to be excellent if you shop carefully and pay a fair price.
@ClickClickComrade6 ай бұрын
It's an interesting age considering I can buy a Soviet lens from a web browser from anywhere in the world, much less in the U.S. Getting a good price requires a bit of study indeed. Thanks so much for commenting. I've since made review of the Mir 1, and most recently the Tair 11 if you like this video. Cheers!
@NickDelDuca6 ай бұрын
These lenses are much sharper on a Leica M or SL body.
@ClickClickComrade5 ай бұрын
If you really want sharp perhaps a Soviet lens isn't your first choice. I've heard that most vintage lenses look better on film, but I believe that notion to be subjective. As long as you enjoy using the lens you'll take good photos.
@NickDelDuca5 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade Idk it's not really about overall sharpness it's more about usability at wider aperatures. The sensor stack thickness on the Leica bodies is more optimized for vintage lenses so it gives better performance at wide aperatures. I have a couple vintage lenses that I can never get away with shooting wide open on my Sony but they look great wide open on my SL. I've got one lens that wide open on my Sony it looks like there is vasalene over the lens but on the Leica it's just sharp enough and looks super dreamy.
@aperture1477 ай бұрын
Nice video! There are some more information about Mir lenses: Mir 1 has a lot of variants. Mine is the Mir1B M42 Vologda variant, which is not really sharp at all and the lens fall off crazily in the edge if the image. Your version you are holding is the "Silver" variant, which was made by KMZ factory, most of the equipment, materials were Carl Zeiss. They produces much better image quality than the later variant made by other factory. The silver variant or the grand prix version is expensive nowadays, luckily you are having one.
@EricFosterMedia7 ай бұрын
Hi! Did you watch the video friend? I thought I covered all of that stuff! Thanks for the information and keep clicking!
@woodrims7 ай бұрын
Many of us who shoot old manual focus lenses end up with more 135mm lenses than is reasonable, and I'm no exception. However, the Tair 11 is one of my favorite three and probably No. 1. It has wonderful character, is plenty sharp enough, and should be used for its strengths and forgiven for its weaknesses. Using the helicoid is smart. The 133mm focal length is hardly much of a telephoto (I use up to 1000mm), so am wondering if your camera is a crop sensor. In short, I love my Tair 11.
@ClickClickComrade7 ай бұрын
No, I'm shooting on a full frame Sony camera. Indeed when compared to a 1000mm lens the Tair 11 is hardly telescopic. However, I rarely shoot higher than 85mm. I've got a modern 100-400mm I use for sports, but that's a different animal. Thanks for watching the video!
@aperture1477 ай бұрын
With me, sharpness is kinda overrated. I own some soviet lenses, except the industar LZ, all of them are not crazily sharp like Japanese lenses, which is suitable for portrait. But these lens handling flare and glare really bad. Just a bit of direct light, even from the side, can destroy the photo with glare, no filter or hood can save it. At this point Japanese did it better with better lens coating. I wish there is a way to stop the flare.
@ClickClickComrade7 ай бұрын
Flare can definitely be an issue, but like sharpness, can be overrated. I like to use that weakness in Soviet lenses to my advantage though and have captured some really interesting shots that actually FEATURE flare. Thanks for watching the video!
@uralseller7 ай бұрын
Great story about Soviet lenses, Eric. Thank you!
@ClickClickComrade7 ай бұрын
When I get into more complex lenses I'll have to ask you to fact check stuff for me...you're probably one of the most experienced folks I know. Thank you Alex!
@uralseller7 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade I shared this video on my Instagram and Facebook. Hope you get some new subscribers :)
@xojiodijinik34337 ай бұрын
It's interesting to hear about Soviet lenses) I once fought off bullies with this lens successfully!)
@ClickClickComrade7 ай бұрын
That sounds like a very interesting story...one that David Volosov would probably enjoy. I'm sure he never imagined his lens being a protection device! Thanks for watching!
@supraturtle7 ай бұрын
Beep beep
@ClickClickComrade7 ай бұрын
I told you, it was fast!
@fredr.7 ай бұрын
Good and useful informations in this video.
@ClickClickComrade7 ай бұрын
Thank you Fred! I try to avoid comparisons because we are all different, but I want to adopt some of your creativity into future videos. You are so incredibly inspiring...you make me want to make better videos, so THANK YOU FOR THAT!
@fredr.7 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade Thank you Eric. Everybody is taking from somewhere. No one creates out of nothing.
@kruno71507 ай бұрын
Got offered this lens really cheap, but I didn't buy it (too much 135mm lenses in the to-be-tested backlog). Later, I got set of lenses for that weird M39 SLR mount (Mir-1, Helios-33, Jupiter-11) together with fully functional Zenit 3M camera and now, especially after watching this video, I feel sorry I didn't get it :) Looking up on the available info, Tair-11 seems like weird inverted tessar design anyway, nice video, hope this channel gets more popular
@ClickClickComrade7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment and for watching the video. The 135mm focal length isn't a "go to" lens for most...at least for me!
@classic.cameras7 ай бұрын
Nice video! I hope your channel gains the subs it deserves.
@ClickClickComrade7 ай бұрын
Thank you very much. Only 997 more videos to make before I become proficient!
@aperture1478 ай бұрын
It's really tricky to find a decent Jupiter 9 nowadays, since people are hunting for it like crazy and the price is skyrocket high too (about 200USD for a well-preserved lens). A friend of mine who studies in Russia said that any Jupiter lens listed on the online market will immediately out of stock after 1hr. IMO, I personally love the Helios 44-3 the most in my Soviet Lens collection, but the Jupiter 9 give me more than the price it takes. In comparison, a Sony 85FE18 has better color rendering, but the bokeh will not be as good as the Jupiter.
@ClickClickComrade6 ай бұрын
You're not kidding...these lenses in particular have gone up substantially. Some really nice Jupiter 9's get into the 5-6 hundred range. My CONTAX mount is a pain but I can't afford a superior m39 KMZ at the moment. There are a few shops outside of ebay that I've used in the past, but have ZERO affiliation with...Uralseller dot com and sovietcamerastore dot com. Thanks for watching! I've also got a video review of the Mir 1 and the Tair 11 if you're interested. Cheers!
@aperture1476 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade It took my comrade 2 months hunting for a decent lens in Moskva because a lot of old lenses are not in original condition anymore since people behind the "Iron Curtain" love fixing stuff themselves (even now), so it's kinda risky to buy lens online from an unknown guy from Russia. Btw I watched your Mir 1 and Tair 11 video and I really love it!
@batdadrobson75148 ай бұрын
Great video and very informative, would love to see you do more. I take it you're in Lowell, birthplace of Jack Kerouac?
@ClickClickComrade8 ай бұрын
I'm not in Lowell, but I worked in Lowell for quite some time in the early 90's. It's within driving distance! Thanks for the comments and for watching!
@gregkirkpatrick28 ай бұрын
I bought the MIR 1b just last week, mainly because I'd seen an amazing bokeh effect by flipping the front element. I was not expecting the lens to be such a sweet jewel of a lens. With my copy obtained from Kazakhstan for $65 it was in 'as new' condition, wonderfully sharp wide open, with very good contrast and colour rendition. Mine was M42 mount, so no step up ring needed, and I adapted to the Fuji GFX. For such a small lens I was surprised there was no vignette! I'm now trying to decide if I buy another just to flip the front element, because I love this lens 'as is'. Enjoyed your video, very relaxed and informative, keep up the good work.
@ClickClickComrade8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the nice words! It's a small and capable lens. No vignette on a medium format sensor? I'm using at 35mm sensor, but it's cool to know. "Relaxed" is great feedback. I'm still trying to find my creative voice and I'm trying to be relaxed. I'm uploading a Tair 11 review in the next week, which I hope you'll enjoy. CHeers!
@gregkirkpatrick28 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade id love to have the Tail 11a but hard to justify when I have a Tampon, Zeiss and Pentax 135mm that don't get used much
@AbdonPhirathon9 ай бұрын
Subscribed! Can’t wait for the next video 🙌🏽
@ClickClickComrade9 ай бұрын
Thanks! I'm working on several at the moment. This is solely for fun, so they take a while!
@CableWrestler9 ай бұрын
May I suggest a Jupiter 37A 135mm f3.5? They did some special editions for the 1980 Olympics too.
@EricFosterMedia9 ай бұрын
A great suggestion! Thanks for watching!
@kruno71509 ай бұрын
heh, i had mir-1v and mir-1 (a) versions in the past (a version was amazing); today I got Mir-1 Brussels for next to nothing (together with silver Jupiter 11 and 13 blade silver Helios-44 - and Zenit 3C camera), now, need to stalk postman because if my wife get the package I'll probably be dead :D
@YB1238810 ай бұрын
Very stylish and interesting videos, thank you. So much work you have put into your videos. Warm regards from Russia, dear tovarisch😊 waiting for more your reviews of the vintage lenses. Thanks a lot!
@ClickClickComrade10 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the comments, they're appreciated. You'll have to forgive my mispronunciations! I've got a video coming out shortly featuring one of the best Soviet portrait lenses! Cheers!
@Itchybiscuit10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the informative video. I own the glossy black M42 version of the Jupiter 9. I began my photography journey in 1981 with a Fed 3 and Jupiter 8. I don't know how that combination came together as I bought it from a pawn shop for a couple of £'s. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos and hope your subscriber count grows with each new release.
@ClickClickComrade10 ай бұрын
Thanks! That's very nice of you to say. You mentioned the Jupiter 8...another great lens. I'm finishing up a video on the Tair 11 at the moment. Is there any lens or topic you'd like to see covered?
@Itchybiscuit10 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComradeI don't have anything in mind at the moment. Are you going to be solely concentrating on Russian glass? I'm thinking you may have to expand your repertoire for the sake of channel longevity and if so, reviews of Meyer-Optik Gorlitz lenses would interest me very much. In the meantime, more Russians! 😊
@Itchybiscuit10 ай бұрын
Nice. I own this lens - the glossy black version with the 2nd version of the ZOMZ logo (post 1962) made in 1974 I believe. I can turn the focus ring with one finger and the rest of the lens is in similarly fantastic condition. I own the Flektogon 35/2.8 silver - version 1.2 (1954 - 60) but I've never done a side-by-side comparison. I'm very glad that someone has decided to dedicate some time and energy to Russian lenses, they can be very rewarding. I also own the Jupiter 8, 9 and 11, Helios 44 (13 blade), 44-2 (zebra) 44M and 44M-4, Industar 50 and 50-2 f3.5. One day I hope to own the Helios 40 and the Tair 11 - my search continues. 😉 Thanks very much for the informative video, it was a pleasure to view.
@ClickClickComrade10 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting, it's appreciated. Soviet lenses hold a lot of mystique for me...and of course they have great characteristics. The Helios 40 is probably in my top 3 lenses...but they're getting very expensive!
@Itchybiscuit10 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade Yes, both of the lenses I'm searching for are above average when it comes to price. Condition can also be a bit hit-or-miss. I bought some of my most well regarded lenses years ago, quite by accident. A few more recently. It's a bit off-topic but I found my Trioplan 50mm f2.9 hiding in a job lot. I've trained my eye to identify lenses by just seeing the distance scale, part of the vanity ring or just the shape of the barrel. The 6 lenses cost me under £50. Bargains DO exist. 😉
@lxhk359510 ай бұрын
Very entertaining. Thanks
@mkphotonet10 ай бұрын
Did you focus stop down or did you use the preset to f-stop ring?
@onlinetraderucom10 ай бұрын
You have the wrong version of jupiter 9 because they are all different in quality. The only true and real version of Jupiter 9 is AVTOMAT. They are all equally sharp as a razor. They are all flawless.
@ClickClickComrade5 ай бұрын
I'm not sure if I understand your point Comrade. Why do you feel the automat is the only "true" version? Thanks for watching the video.
@onlinetraderucom5 ай бұрын
@@ClickClickComrade Because every version of Avtomat that I had showed consistently the same result, the same sharpness. But ordinary lenses were soapy, and only one out of 20 showed good sharpness. Moreover, this did not depend on his condition. A horribly scratched Jupiter could be razor sharp, but the new one out of the box was soapy
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Both the Sonnar and Jupiter were based on the work of Ludwig Jakob Bertele. The Jupiter wasn’t based on the Sonnar.
Would love to hear your opinion of the swirly GDR lens Pentacon 29mm
I recently got a Jupiter 37A, 135mm / f3.5 lens, which has 12 aperture blades. Very sharp too and lovely background blur from all those blades. M42 screw fit so I use an M42 / Sony E adapter for my A7iii. I had to buy a hood as it didn't come with one, but it's a fabulous lens and highly recommended.
That's a fine lens! Post a link when you've got some photos.
I got one of those early M39 Tair-11. Is there a way to enable infinity focus, like using some m39 to mirrorless adapter with flange distance compensation?
You could try to use a helicoid adapter, which helps. It's that tiny little difference that gets you!
Got one from 1970 for my old Praktica camera. The camera is recycled. The lens is on my desk in it's original bakelite case. Cool looking thing.
Get it onto a camera and share your thoughts!
whats the image circle? does it cover FF 35mm?
Indeed it does. THanks for asking...it's something I should make sure is clear in the video.
4:35 Was that a burglery?
Nah, just a bunch of kids running around after school. It was a fun day...thanks for the comment!
Got a Tair with #000343 <3
That's probably meant for a VIP, government official or factory employee. I'm assuming it's from KMZ? What color is the coating on the lens? Blue? Purple?
@@ClickClickComrade yeah. Kmz. Mostly blue but it turns purple under certain angles.
Subscribed. What's that space capsule of a lens at the beginning?
HA! That's a KMZ Jupiter 6 180mm f/2.8 and it's a BEAST of a lens...it takes some amazing photos. Should I cover that in my next review?
This lens has me very confused inside. I like it and I want it, BUT I also know that 100% of people won't be able to tell the difference between this and a mid 2000-s point-and-shoot.
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It probably costs LESS than a point and shoot from the mid 2000's! I'm sure you're kidding, but using this glass is literally bakes an unparalleled character into shots...and used wisely can be stunning.
The KMZ first version (purple coating, cyrillic name and a small red sign on the front) are made out of the same sonnar zeiss optical glass, the Russians took from Zeiss after end of world war 2. all serial numbers below 60xxxxx contain the original Zeiss glass. A seller from Moldova/Transnistria told me this when i bought my version. I keep the black export version too, but the first edition is so much better. Avoid the ones from the Lzos production. The quality differs a lot, the manufacturing was not very precise at all. Millions were made for USSR market. A standard lens that costed just around 15 Euro back in the days.
You should disassemble it and lubricate helikoids with dense lubricant. It will stop rattle and start working smoothly. I own Tair 11a of 80's, which has the same construction, but black body. So original lubricant there dried up and it was screeching, so I had to dig into lens to fix it. Not very difficult.
I've purchased everything needed for the CLA, but I'm a bit apprehensive about the REassembly.
For you all, guys: Мир-1В is literally Mir-1V not B.
Indeed!
You are funny 😁😉 Thank you for this review 😊
That's a spectacular compliment, thank you! You're the only person that's said that to me. Cheers!
the video is where it shines at, wow, did not think it would be that good!
I'm really glad you dig it...I wouldn't steer you wrong! Cheap, classy, and stunning...how can you miss?
I took one with me to Venice Carnival this year. I get some real good response due to great colors and great background separation, much better than my modern digital counterparts. I also got some strange looks with my 67 silver Jupiter locked onto the front of my Sony a7 . Its a great lens and so is it's little brother, Jupiter 8
Nice video. Was considering getting this to compliment my kmz helios 44-2 and jupiter-9. I shoot mostly video. Do you find the MIR-1 any more difficult to use for video than the Helios and Jupiter?
No. In fact, it's easier because of the focal length. The 40mm range is PERFECT for so many applications...and this being slightly wider just makes it indispensable to my vintage shooting kit.
I loved your video. Funny and goes straight to the point.
Thank you sir! You comments inspire me to keep at it.
I have 2 later(?) Mir 1V variants, one looks simmilar to MIR-1, only in black, second have changed tubus design, both made in VOOMP factory. They are... good, but not perfect. A bit softer (definitely softer than any variant of Helios-44 made by Belomo or KMZ) And they generally produce strongly desaturated images... Like with many other soviet lenses, it looks like you really need to do quite some research on variants and manufacturers... Looks like I'm in for hunting for KMZ made Mir 1 :)
It absolutely takes some work to find one that works for you, but when you find it you'll keep it forever. I've got a few "lesser than" Mir 1 lenses purchased before I found a great one, so don't be discouraged.
wow, great video and content! subbed! i've got Helios-103, Mir1B and Jupiter12 is on it's way....
Thanks for the comment and the subscription! The depth of field on the Helios 103 must be very shallow...I've never used one. I've got a few more videos, one of which is a Jupiter 9 review and highly recommend that lens.
good day comrade, just got me this lens black version, no letters outside just cyrillic "MIR" on the lens. using it with m42-m4/3 converter for olympus omd. it takes time but the shots are amazing, having special atmosphere.....cheers PS this lens is amazing for recording videos as well!
You're very kind to say such things, thank you. Micro 4/3rds is a 2x crop if I'm not mistaken, making this close to a 75mm for you?
@@ClickClickComrade yes,looks like this 🙃 cheers
Loved this ... im a huge soviet lens fan ... your review is very good and hope you show more great lenses.
That's super nice of you to go out of your way to let me know. I've currently got several other lens reviews (Jupiter 9 was my first, Tair 11 is my latest) and I'm working on more. Thanks again!
Hi Comrade, I have a 1962 KMZ Jupiter 9 (SLR version) and it has quickly become my absolute favourite. It holds up so well to colour grading, once you get used to it, and is plenty sharp. Very very pleased with mine. It does need a service though, the focus ring is rather stiff. Aside from that, perfect condition. I doubt my XF lenses will hold up so well in 60 years time!
Thanks for watching the video and telling me about your Jupiter 9. What a nice piece of kit eh?
Great video! I might buy the 11A version as it's on sale on my local marketplace.
Thank you for watching the video. The 11A is a nice lens if you dig the focal length. I checked out your channel and you've got a videos I'll surely check out...saw a Helios 44 I think. =)
Yeah, ya did good, Eric. Fun and very informative videos.
Thank you very much for watching and for the kind words! I'm still trying to find my creative "voice" so your feedback goes a long way. Cheers!
The CZJ Flektagon has been getting talked up a lot on a few boards as a good "sleeper" lens. And now the Mir 1. It looks like a good one. Can you get grindahs in Lowell?
The Flek is a decent lens, but in my experience the Mir 1 is superior for my purposes. The Mir 1 is really the only choice on the low end of affordable wide angle vintage Soviet lenses. The next bump down would be the Jupiter 12, but that's only slightly wider at 35mm. Super-wide angle lenses like the Mir-20 @20mm (my next review) cost in the $350-500 range, which tends to be less approachable for the hobbyist. Do you shoot wider than 35mm? And if so, what do you use? Thanks for watching!
So this is a bit of a longshot but I'll ask anyway. Do you know anything about Soviet military optics from the late cold war? I ask because I once looked through either a a half of a set of broken binoculars , or maybe it was a monocular. Definitely military, had a green tint when looking through it and I could see really far and really clearly. It felt like it had some sort of rubber and/or plastic outside and had a red hammer and sickle on it. It was in Nicaragua which received Soviet military aid in the 80s. Really random question, I know but of all people on KZread I think you have a better chance of knowing what I'm talking about.
There are several things it could have been...but the green tint hints that it's a NVG or "Night Vision Gear." Could it possibly have been this? i.ebayimg.com/images/g/AzoAAOSwiQ1kz9ZX/s-l1600.jpg
If you would like a DIFINITIVE answer you will find it in the Soviet Lens facebook group. I converse regularly with experts who can identify ANY Soviet lens. facebook.com/groups/1651731931782482
@@ClickClickComrade Hmm no, it's not a camera lens but really a sort of monocular/half binocular
@@ClickClickComradeThanks, I might ask there
I got a 9 a few years back, an '88 Lytkarino. Nice color and definition and coated. I paid around US$100. A good buy. I have found old FSU lenses to be excellent if you shop carefully and pay a fair price.
It's an interesting age considering I can buy a Soviet lens from a web browser from anywhere in the world, much less in the U.S. Getting a good price requires a bit of study indeed. Thanks so much for commenting. I've since made review of the Mir 1, and most recently the Tair 11 if you like this video. Cheers!
These lenses are much sharper on a Leica M or SL body.
If you really want sharp perhaps a Soviet lens isn't your first choice. I've heard that most vintage lenses look better on film, but I believe that notion to be subjective. As long as you enjoy using the lens you'll take good photos.
@@ClickClickComrade Idk it's not really about overall sharpness it's more about usability at wider aperatures. The sensor stack thickness on the Leica bodies is more optimized for vintage lenses so it gives better performance at wide aperatures. I have a couple vintage lenses that I can never get away with shooting wide open on my Sony but they look great wide open on my SL. I've got one lens that wide open on my Sony it looks like there is vasalene over the lens but on the Leica it's just sharp enough and looks super dreamy.
Nice video! There are some more information about Mir lenses: Mir 1 has a lot of variants. Mine is the Mir1B M42 Vologda variant, which is not really sharp at all and the lens fall off crazily in the edge if the image. Your version you are holding is the "Silver" variant, which was made by KMZ factory, most of the equipment, materials were Carl Zeiss. They produces much better image quality than the later variant made by other factory. The silver variant or the grand prix version is expensive nowadays, luckily you are having one.
Hi! Did you watch the video friend? I thought I covered all of that stuff! Thanks for the information and keep clicking!
Many of us who shoot old manual focus lenses end up with more 135mm lenses than is reasonable, and I'm no exception. However, the Tair 11 is one of my favorite three and probably No. 1. It has wonderful character, is plenty sharp enough, and should be used for its strengths and forgiven for its weaknesses. Using the helicoid is smart. The 133mm focal length is hardly much of a telephoto (I use up to 1000mm), so am wondering if your camera is a crop sensor. In short, I love my Tair 11.
No, I'm shooting on a full frame Sony camera. Indeed when compared to a 1000mm lens the Tair 11 is hardly telescopic. However, I rarely shoot higher than 85mm. I've got a modern 100-400mm I use for sports, but that's a different animal. Thanks for watching the video!
With me, sharpness is kinda overrated. I own some soviet lenses, except the industar LZ, all of them are not crazily sharp like Japanese lenses, which is suitable for portrait. But these lens handling flare and glare really bad. Just a bit of direct light, even from the side, can destroy the photo with glare, no filter or hood can save it. At this point Japanese did it better with better lens coating. I wish there is a way to stop the flare.
Flare can definitely be an issue, but like sharpness, can be overrated. I like to use that weakness in Soviet lenses to my advantage though and have captured some really interesting shots that actually FEATURE flare. Thanks for watching the video!
Great story about Soviet lenses, Eric. Thank you!
When I get into more complex lenses I'll have to ask you to fact check stuff for me...you're probably one of the most experienced folks I know. Thank you Alex!
@@ClickClickComrade I shared this video on my Instagram and Facebook. Hope you get some new subscribers :)
It's interesting to hear about Soviet lenses) I once fought off bullies with this lens successfully!)
That sounds like a very interesting story...one that David Volosov would probably enjoy. I'm sure he never imagined his lens being a protection device! Thanks for watching!
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Good and useful informations in this video.
Thank you Fred! I try to avoid comparisons because we are all different, but I want to adopt some of your creativity into future videos. You are so incredibly inspiring...you make me want to make better videos, so THANK YOU FOR THAT!
@@ClickClickComrade Thank you Eric. Everybody is taking from somewhere. No one creates out of nothing.
Got offered this lens really cheap, but I didn't buy it (too much 135mm lenses in the to-be-tested backlog). Later, I got set of lenses for that weird M39 SLR mount (Mir-1, Helios-33, Jupiter-11) together with fully functional Zenit 3M camera and now, especially after watching this video, I feel sorry I didn't get it :) Looking up on the available info, Tair-11 seems like weird inverted tessar design anyway, nice video, hope this channel gets more popular
Thanks for the comment and for watching the video. The 135mm focal length isn't a "go to" lens for most...at least for me!
Nice video! I hope your channel gains the subs it deserves.
Thank you very much. Only 997 more videos to make before I become proficient!
It's really tricky to find a decent Jupiter 9 nowadays, since people are hunting for it like crazy and the price is skyrocket high too (about 200USD for a well-preserved lens). A friend of mine who studies in Russia said that any Jupiter lens listed on the online market will immediately out of stock after 1hr. IMO, I personally love the Helios 44-3 the most in my Soviet Lens collection, but the Jupiter 9 give me more than the price it takes. In comparison, a Sony 85FE18 has better color rendering, but the bokeh will not be as good as the Jupiter.
You're not kidding...these lenses in particular have gone up substantially. Some really nice Jupiter 9's get into the 5-6 hundred range. My CONTAX mount is a pain but I can't afford a superior m39 KMZ at the moment. There are a few shops outside of ebay that I've used in the past, but have ZERO affiliation with...Uralseller dot com and sovietcamerastore dot com. Thanks for watching! I've also got a video review of the Mir 1 and the Tair 11 if you're interested. Cheers!
@@ClickClickComrade It took my comrade 2 months hunting for a decent lens in Moskva because a lot of old lenses are not in original condition anymore since people behind the "Iron Curtain" love fixing stuff themselves (even now), so it's kinda risky to buy lens online from an unknown guy from Russia. Btw I watched your Mir 1 and Tair 11 video and I really love it!
Great video and very informative, would love to see you do more. I take it you're in Lowell, birthplace of Jack Kerouac?
I'm not in Lowell, but I worked in Lowell for quite some time in the early 90's. It's within driving distance! Thanks for the comments and for watching!
I bought the MIR 1b just last week, mainly because I'd seen an amazing bokeh effect by flipping the front element. I was not expecting the lens to be such a sweet jewel of a lens. With my copy obtained from Kazakhstan for $65 it was in 'as new' condition, wonderfully sharp wide open, with very good contrast and colour rendition. Mine was M42 mount, so no step up ring needed, and I adapted to the Fuji GFX. For such a small lens I was surprised there was no vignette! I'm now trying to decide if I buy another just to flip the front element, because I love this lens 'as is'. Enjoyed your video, very relaxed and informative, keep up the good work.
Thanks for the nice words! It's a small and capable lens. No vignette on a medium format sensor? I'm using at 35mm sensor, but it's cool to know. "Relaxed" is great feedback. I'm still trying to find my creative voice and I'm trying to be relaxed. I'm uploading a Tair 11 review in the next week, which I hope you'll enjoy. CHeers!
@@ClickClickComrade id love to have the Tail 11a but hard to justify when I have a Tampon, Zeiss and Pentax 135mm that don't get used much
Subscribed! Can’t wait for the next video 🙌🏽
Thanks! I'm working on several at the moment. This is solely for fun, so they take a while!
May I suggest a Jupiter 37A 135mm f3.5? They did some special editions for the 1980 Olympics too.
A great suggestion! Thanks for watching!
heh, i had mir-1v and mir-1 (a) versions in the past (a version was amazing); today I got Mir-1 Brussels for next to nothing (together with silver Jupiter 11 and 13 blade silver Helios-44 - and Zenit 3C camera), now, need to stalk postman because if my wife get the package I'll probably be dead :D
Very stylish and interesting videos, thank you. So much work you have put into your videos. Warm regards from Russia, dear tovarisch😊 waiting for more your reviews of the vintage lenses. Thanks a lot!
Thanks so much for the comments, they're appreciated. You'll have to forgive my mispronunciations! I've got a video coming out shortly featuring one of the best Soviet portrait lenses! Cheers!
Thanks for the informative video. I own the glossy black M42 version of the Jupiter 9. I began my photography journey in 1981 with a Fed 3 and Jupiter 8. I don't know how that combination came together as I bought it from a pawn shop for a couple of £'s. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos and hope your subscriber count grows with each new release.
Thanks! That's very nice of you to say. You mentioned the Jupiter 8...another great lens. I'm finishing up a video on the Tair 11 at the moment. Is there any lens or topic you'd like to see covered?
@@ClickClickComradeI don't have anything in mind at the moment. Are you going to be solely concentrating on Russian glass? I'm thinking you may have to expand your repertoire for the sake of channel longevity and if so, reviews of Meyer-Optik Gorlitz lenses would interest me very much. In the meantime, more Russians! 😊
Nice. I own this lens - the glossy black version with the 2nd version of the ZOMZ logo (post 1962) made in 1974 I believe. I can turn the focus ring with one finger and the rest of the lens is in similarly fantastic condition. I own the Flektogon 35/2.8 silver - version 1.2 (1954 - 60) but I've never done a side-by-side comparison. I'm very glad that someone has decided to dedicate some time and energy to Russian lenses, they can be very rewarding. I also own the Jupiter 8, 9 and 11, Helios 44 (13 blade), 44-2 (zebra) 44M and 44M-4, Industar 50 and 50-2 f3.5. One day I hope to own the Helios 40 and the Tair 11 - my search continues. 😉 Thanks very much for the informative video, it was a pleasure to view.
Thanks for watching and commenting, it's appreciated. Soviet lenses hold a lot of mystique for me...and of course they have great characteristics. The Helios 40 is probably in my top 3 lenses...but they're getting very expensive!
@@ClickClickComrade Yes, both of the lenses I'm searching for are above average when it comes to price. Condition can also be a bit hit-or-miss. I bought some of my most well regarded lenses years ago, quite by accident. A few more recently. It's a bit off-topic but I found my Trioplan 50mm f2.9 hiding in a job lot. I've trained my eye to identify lenses by just seeing the distance scale, part of the vanity ring or just the shape of the barrel. The 6 lenses cost me under £50. Bargains DO exist. 😉
Very entertaining. Thanks
Did you focus stop down or did you use the preset to f-stop ring?
You have the wrong version of jupiter 9 because they are all different in quality. The only true and real version of Jupiter 9 is AVTOMAT. They are all equally sharp as a razor. They are all flawless.
I'm not sure if I understand your point Comrade. Why do you feel the automat is the only "true" version? Thanks for watching the video.
@@ClickClickComrade Because every version of Avtomat that I had showed consistently the same result, the same sharpness. But ordinary lenses were soapy, and only one out of 20 showed good sharpness. Moreover, this did not depend on his condition. A horribly scratched Jupiter could be razor sharp, but the new one out of the box was soapy