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07-02-2007, 11:10 AM
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Lens manufacturer Info?
Anybody got any info on Rowa and/or Suntec Lens' ?
Wondering if they are are a good manufacturer, and if their products are generally any good.
Any views or opinions would be gratefully recieved.
Thanks
Mark
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07-02-2007, 11:12 AM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
Not heard of them at all.
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07-02-2007, 11:33 AM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
Ive heard of Suntec before, they make Infrared lens filters according to google/ebay.
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07-02-2007, 11:40 AM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
Apparently they are called "Rowa Optics"
In case that helps any more.
I have done a lot of googling, but cant find specific info on quality etc.
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07-02-2007, 12:01 PM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
I've searched but failed to find anything of any use.. Out if interest what lens have you been looking at? - If it's really cheap then it might be worth the gamble...
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07-02-2007, 12:08 PM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
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Originally Posted by imcarm
I've searched but failed to find anything of any use.. Out if interest what lens have you been looking at? - If it's really cheap then it might be worth the gamble...
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They are quite cheap, and imported from Hong Kong via a seller (shop) on ebay.
Just wanted to try and get a heads up on quality in case I am throwing my money away! Am looking at buying a 0.5 Wide angle, and a 2x telephoto + a few filters for about £60 (instead of about £250 for Panasonic Len's here in the UK)
Have found one person on Flickr who has a Rowa Optics Wide angle lens and loves it, so I am hopefull that is an indication on their range.
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07-02-2007, 3:46 PM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
At that price it's worth a punt, if it's no good eBay it 
w: www.randomphotos.net
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07-02-2007, 4:11 PM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
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At that price it's worth a punt, if it's no good eBay it |
You're right of course! So I have just done the deed. Lets hope my £60 is money well spent!
Many thanks for all your help and feedback.
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08-02-2007, 10:25 AM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
I've heard of Rowi and Sunpak. They make filters.
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11-03-2008, 9:49 AM
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Re: Lens manufacturer Info?
I bought the Rowa w/a and am pleased with it. Bought the telephoto can't get on with it.
Do you get a blue bloom or shadow in your pictures?
I have asked the Hong Kong supplier if Iam doing anything wrong or how to eliminate it but no reply.
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