Why is this lens SO good? Zeiss Contax 28mm f/2 "Hollywood"

What makes this legendary lens from the late 70s look so good? Why is it such a useful focal length?

Taking a closer look at the cult-like lens from the Contax lineup and we discuss tips on how to get your hands on one on eBay as the price of vintage lenses keep going up.

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0:00 Prologue
0:23 Intro
1:47 Getting started with Contax
4:23 Standard vs super speeds
6:12 Focal length & framing
9:38 The "Hollywood" look
11:45 Why Contax?
13:38 Cinemodding and rehousing
17:18 Longevity and availability
20:23 The secret sauce
23:19 Sample footage and flares
26:11 Buying a lens - price and condition
29:35 Ninja stars
32:32 Outro