Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/02/18

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Subject: Re: [Leica] long lens tests
From: Ted Grant <tedgrant@islandnet.com>
Date: Thu, 18 Feb 1999 23:12:14 -0800

Gary wrote:

>Has anyone seen any test reports where they have tested the Canon, Nikon and
>Leica 400mm f2.8 lenses side by side.  I would think that would be an
>interesting read.  I sure would like to see how the new Leica lens stacks up
>against the competition.>>>>>>

Hi Gary,

Sorry there isn't any competition! :) Leica 400 glass can't be touched by
either. :)   OK so I'm bias, but I sure know what the Apo 400 2.8 produces
in transparency form, you have to handle them very carefully or you'll cut
your fingers they're so sharp, crisp etc etc etc. :)
ted

Ted Grant
This is Our Work. The Legacy of Sir William Osler.
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