Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/07/21
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On 21 Jul 97, Bert Keuken wrote:
> <snip>
> One question, does anyone use the 35 summicron with it's hood in candid
> photography? Does it affect the speed of handling. <snip>
>
> I *always* use the lens hood, using a lens hood is the best & cheapest
> way to improve optical performance.
>
> Bert
Ditto! Only the time necessary to attach it alters the handling. This lens
has a bit more propensity for flare than most Leica glass, therefore the
hood is a must. In fact, my recommendation is to skip the UV filter
(greater possibility for reflections), but always, use the hood!
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Roger Beamon
Naturalist & Photographer
Leica Historical Society Of America
mailto:beamon@primenet.com
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