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I just bought a Mamiya bellows for the Auto XTL/
Auto X1000 cameras. Of the system's major components, I am missing only three items, the 21, 85 and 400 lenses. I have two versions of the 28/2.8 and some standard lenses in both cosmetic versions (different rubber pattern on the focusing rings). I have both versions of the P adapters (for using M42 lenses). Years ago I got a Minolta Auto Bellows III with all lenses and accessories. I have not always been able to duplicate that with all other systems. There are a few odd things about the Auto XTL/Auto X1000 system and these may have to do with its distributor. The 21/4 looks very much like the Vivitar 21/3.8 T4 and the 90-230 also looks like the 90-230 Vivitar T4 but the Mamiya barrels are nicer. The 21 and 400 lenses show up regularly but the 85 is pretty rare. My favorite of the ES lenses must be the 60/2.8 Macro. My only other 60 macro is a Zeiss AEG. Will I complete the set? Stay tuned.
Auto X1000 cameras. Of the system's major components, I am missing only three items, the 21, 85 and 400 lenses. I have two versions of the 28/2.8 and some standard lenses in both cosmetic versions (different rubber pattern on the focusing rings). I have both versions of the P adapters (for using M42 lenses). Years ago I got a Minolta Auto Bellows III with all lenses and accessories. I have not always been able to duplicate that with all other systems. There are a few odd things about the Auto XTL/Auto X1000 system and these may have to do with its distributor. The 21/4 looks very much like the Vivitar 21/3.8 T4 and the 90-230 also looks like the 90-230 Vivitar T4 but the Mamiya barrels are nicer. The 21 and 400 lenses show up regularly but the 85 is pretty rare. My favorite of the ES lenses must be the 60/2.8 Macro. My only other 60 macro is a Zeiss AEG. Will I complete the set? Stay tuned.
