u/tylizzle69

Hi there, I recently bought a Contax G2 with a few lenses off ebay, and upon shining a bright flashlight through them, I have some concerns. I figured that before I consider touching this glass and potentially worsening anything (and losing my buyer protection) I would consult the community and see if someone wiser than I has some insight. I’m no expert so I could use the help, and with the value of this kit, any advice is appreciated and considered.

I’d like to preface this by noting the listing which said all lenses are free of fog, fungus, scratches, separation, and large dust particles.

Additional Photos: https://imgur.com/a/68NOKRU
If some different photos would prove useful, let me know. I know the pics aren’t the best but it’s what I could manage to show the imperfections.

Firstly, on the 28mm, I can see what appears to be some scratches or cleaning marks on the rear element which is obviously pretty alarming. There also seems to be something internally that I can’t identify (see pics).

Next, on the 45mm, I’m not exactly sure what I am seeing, but the pattern makes me concerned it’s fungus? Maybe a poorly cleaned element?

Lastly, on the 90mm, I can see what looks like a scratch on the front element. With its location, I don’t think it is too big of a concern, but still, it sucks to see this on a lens advertised as nearly flawless.

Just looking for some advice on what to do in this situation. Returning it would suck a little because of the massive import duty I had to pay. Either way, clearly didn’t get what was advertised which is really disappointing and it looks like I’m out of some money regardless.

Thanks for any insight.

I just ordered a G2 kit with the 28, 45, and 90mm lenses. Considering it’ll be my first time handling one, and the electronic nature of this camera, I was wondering what function tests I should put it through, and what to keep an eye out for, once it arrives. I’d really like to make sure everything fully functional while I’m still in my return window. Any input or ideas will be appreciated!

This robin in my backyard has for started regularly eating from a few of my feeders which is a little unusual in itself, but it is also now just sitting nearby in a tree and chasing down any of the regular birds that come to eat and drink. I’m thinking of taking down the feeders that he can grab on to, but he is chasing them away even from another feeder tower he can’t even fit on. Also, if he is elsewhere, he will stop what he is doing to come chase birds down that are gathering in the area.

Does anyone have any tips? I feel bad for all the regulars that come here, especially the ones that I know are using bird boxes in the yard