These lenses are known for their softness, vintage appearance, and a pronounced tendency towards flares.
However, at the same time, they deliver an unusually clean image for lenses of such age. They effectively retain contrast and, notably, offer a spectacular bokeh with a curved "petzval" effect, rendering them truly distinctive.
When wide open, these lenses become optimal for accentuating skin tones and capturing actor portraits, as their completely organic look is splendidly suited for high-definition sensors.
