Redrock M2 - Difference between SD and HD

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RyanEsta

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I'm sure this is simple/common information but I haven't been able to find it (and yes, I searched this forum and Google a hundred times before posting this).

What is the difference between the SD and HD packages for the Redrock M2 35mm adapter? At first I thought I needed to get the HD because I am using the Panasonic HVX200 (since it is a high-definition camera) however, on eBay and on some marketplace posts, people are saying that they had the SD version along with the Panasonic HVX200. Does anyone know any more than this? I looked through the Redrock site and couldn't find a clear distinction (that made sense anyways) and I gave them a call and no one was available.

I want the best quality avaiilable for my camera but definitely want to seek out advice before sending a $1,000 check to them. Thanks
 
Ya I'm also in the same situation as you RyanEsta. I think you don't get as much quality with the SD Achromat. But from what I understand, if you get the SD kit you have to purchase a Shim Kit and Step down ring as well I'm actually trying it today when I receive my HVX200 so I'll let you know.

Can anyone explain to me what the Shim Kit does ? From what I take it elevates the rods ? Do I still need to purchase those if I'm using a rod system that lets you adjust the height. I have the Cavision rod supports and they let you adjust any height you want and all I would need is a step down ring ?
 
I have used both, The SD achromat produces softer edges than the HD achromat. (It also seems to have a little less magnification power)
 
With the microX and the M2. there is not difference between HD and SD. Albeit more expensive, it flips your image right-side up and is supposed to improve quality overall. The microX has a universal SD/HD achromat.
 
Yea I listed it on here for $275 quite some time ago, and a couple people said they were interested, but I haven't heard back from them, so I lowered the price down to $175, I need the cash to help pay for the rest of my monitor :laugh:
 
I thought part of the reason people bought 35 mm adapters was for the film look which includes: softer edges, shallower depth of field and the ability to use those 35mm fashioned lenses. If so, wouldn't I want the SD adapter since it would give me softer edges?
 
RyanEsta said:
I thought part of the reason people bought 35 mm adapters was for the film look which includes: softer edges, shallower depth of field and the ability to use those 35mm fashioned lenses. If so, wouldn't I want the SD adapter since it would give me softer edges?
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Edge to edge softness is a completely different concept. It means that the center of the image is sharp, but the left or right side (or both) is soft, which is a BAD thing. And there's "film-like soft" and there's just soft images, which isn't a good thing either.
 
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