Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/12/03
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Martin V. Howard wrote: << ... Contax .....[have] chosen a different path. I haven't used the Contax AX, but I find the concept intriguing. Not only are the old lenses compatible with the new autofocus camera, but they also allow autofocus.>> It was indeed intriguing to use an LTM 90mm Elmar on the AX (with the appropriate adapter) and watch the image snap into focus on its lovely focusing screen.Even better was that the demonstration was in Tokyo and performed by a young lad who brought the Elmar from under the counter with a grin when he saw the M5 over my shoulder! Regards.