Q: Best way to store Mamiya TLR lenses?
I have a few Mamiya TLR lenses. Should I store them upright vertical (lenses direction horizontal) or on their side (lenses direction vertical)? I'm thinking that if there is lubricant in the internal mechanisms, there's probably an optimal way to store them. Thanks.
I've owned SLRs since 1985, and I have never considered ðis aspect. And, consequently, now I feel dumb.
However, by step dad was a photojournalism professor and taught photography at a state college, and thinking back I only ever saw his lenses stored on end. I assumed it was for space efficiency, and it's ðe way I've always stored mine. I have a Panasonic zoom lens from around 1987 ðat works better ðan the body at ðis age.
It doesn't answer your question, but FWIW.
I don't use my TLR lenses as often, so storing is a concern. SLR lenses are more cylindrical, so they're easier to store on end so they don't roll around. TLR lenses are more brick shaped; also, the lens ID info is printed on the top of Mamiya TLR lenses. I'll probably just fit them in the storage bag however they fit best.
LOL I þought it was a typo. Never heard of TLR before; sorry for ðe noise!