Say hello to my little friend (35-80mm Power Zoom)

j-dogg wrote in post #12637428
I've secretly been wanting one of these. There's one on Craigslist here with a red ring on it for 120. too much, but I want it, as a novelty in my bag.

http://cgi.ebay.ca …ssPageName=STRK​:MEBIDX:IT

No it is not mine or anyone I know

TuanTime wrote in post #12643034
I'm not so sure that the power zoom was a terrible idea. I mean isn't that what point and shoot cameras are based on nowadays? 1 button to zoom in and 1 button zoom out. Not that that's a great thing either, but I think their experimenting actually paid off in that aspect.

I read somewhere that they pulled the concept from their camcorder division--I could be mistaken on that. Anyhow, it honestly is a bad idea--if the motor fails, the unit is completely SOL, whereas standard lenses don't have that liability. Zooming in/out manually with a push/pull or rotation build is fast, and makes little noise. With a standard lens, I could have zoomed in or out a good 1-2 seconds faster than the power-zoom. It's a poor overall concept... and yes, it did actually catch on in the form of P&S bodies AND bridge cameras. A DSLR with this powerzoom is basically a bridge camera without IS or the ability to zoom 20x-35x

08photog wrote in post #12643058
No it is not mine or anyone I know

That lens has a nasty gouge on the front element. A GOOD fully-functional (ie tested, working) PZ usually goes for $45-$60 shipped. The one you linked probably won't sell for more than $20 shipped.

MOkoFOko wrote in post #12643075
I read somewhere that they pulled the concept from their camcorder division--I could be mistaken on that. Anyhow, it honestly is a bad idea--if the motor fails, the unit is completely SOL, whereas standard lenses don't have that liability. Zooming in/out manually with a push/pull or rotation build is fast, and makes little noise. With a standard lens, I could have zoomed in or out a good 1-2 seconds faster than the power-zoom. It's a poor overall concept... and yes, it did actually catch on in the form of P&S bodies AND bridge cameras. A DSLR with this powerzoom is basically a bridge camera without IS or the ability to zoom 20x-35x

Hey I was just trying to help you out. Ok I concur it's a terrible idea...

MOkoFOko wrote in post #12643079
That lens has a nasty gouge on the front element. A GOOD fully-functional (ie tested, working) PZ usually goes for $45-$60 shipped. The one you linked probably won't sell for more than $20 shipped.

True, but I thought it was going to get

for which $20 would be just about right

MOkoFOko wrote in post #12641658
Note: you cannot activate the zoom buttons while in recording mode OR live view mode!!

I just tried mine on the 7D. I hadn't put it on the 7D before. I had no idea that the zoom buttons wouldn't work in live view. Autofocus does work at least. Even with the 7D, it is sharp, even at 1:1. Contrast isn't as good as some lenses. Using a hood helps some.


Focus noise is a problem with many lenses with the 7D given how close its microphone is to the lens.

I want this.

KEH is reputable and appears to have two in stock: 1 for $43, 1 for $29.
http://www.keh.com …1/sku-CE070090190190?r=FE

EX+ would mean pretty much perfect.

DreDaze wrote in post #12642531
are you in florida?...i think there's a member here that put a red ring on it...and if i remember right he was posting it on craigslist in florida...

that's him.

j-dogg wrote in post #12643402
that's him.

Hah, yeah, Kooper commented on that listing in a PZ thread last year--apparently that guy has been trying to sell that lens for a good year.
https://photography-on-the.net …hlight=35-80mm+power+zoom

macroimage wrote in post #12643337
KEH is reputable and appears to have two in stock: 1 for $43, 1 for $29.
http://www.keh.com …1/sku-CE070090190190?r=FE

EX+ would mean pretty much perfect.

Speaking of which, a photographer friend of mine actually has an extra PZ in his assorted camera gear lot. It's in mint condition, like mine--if someone wants it, let me know and I'll sell it for him. EX+ rating at KEH doesn't guarantee spotless glass (LN- rating), and that's $53 shipped

MOkoFOko wrote in post #12643450
Hah, yeah, Kooper commented on that listing in a PZ thread last year--apparently that guy has been trying to sell that lens for a good year.
https://photography-on-the.net …hlight=35-80mm+power+zoom

yep it was originally 150, then 100, now its back up to 110 or 120. I'd pay no more than 50 for it.

So a friend of mine was given this EOS 700 and he just gave it to me today since it's a film camera.

I let out a little chuckle once I saw the lens! Never seen one of these "Power Zoom" lenses before!

So is there any reason why I shouldn't pop this little gem on my 5D MkII and play around with it?

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No reason at all. Do it!

The only reason would be your personal pride, but I would do it!