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    Chinon 35-70 mm f/ 3.5-4.5 Auto
    Chinon 35-70 mm f/ 3.5-4.5 Auto

    Chinon 35-70 mm f/ 3.5-4.5 Auto

    35–70mm · f/3.5

    Overview

    The Chinon 35-70 mm f/3.5-4.5 Auto is an early autofocus zoom lens with multi-coating. Optically, it delivers decent sharpness in the center but softness at the edges, with some chromatic aberration and flare when wide open. Build quality is plastic but functional, with a smooth zoom ring and a somewhat noisy AF motor. It suits vintage camera enthusiasts or those seeking an affordable, compact walk-around zoom for film or adapted digital use, though modern lenses outperform it.