Alan wrote: I honestly don't think their products would be more attractive to the general public by removing the aperture coupling ring. Perhaps the FAJ lenses might attract some buyers who don't want to mess with the aperture ring. But not the aperture coupling ring.
REPLY: Yes, it wouild be more attractive for the average buyer because it is cheaper. A package deal with the *ist and the FA-J lenses gives a remarkable well specified outfit at a very competitive price. Pål