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I'm not sure that using zoom lenses creates significant distortion. Taking the 66's as a case in point, they have a fairly flat front profile anyway. Perhaps photographing something like an HST on high zoom would give it a more compressed and flattened appearance than otherwise but I honestly can't see it in many photos.
As for their popularity compared to 50's, deltics, etc. I am sure it is only a matter of time - perhaps 10 years, and more people will warm to them as the first few class members get withdrawn. Look at the popularity of the 60's nowadays. I remember everyone slating them and wishing all the 37's and 47's could remain in service a little longer. Less than 20 years in service and the 60's have a huge following now! How times change....
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