Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/03/13

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Summaron comments solicited
From: john <bosjohn@mediaone.net>
Date: Mon, 13 Mar 2000 16:58:04 +0000

Mike Johnston wrote:
> 
> I'm interested in hearing comments about either of the old Summaron-M
> lenses, either the f/2.8 or the f/3.5, either M-mount or screwmount.
> Anybody used one? Like it? Dislike it? Feelings and opinions much
> appreciated, on- or off-list.
> 
> Thanks--
> 
> --Mike
Years ago, about 1987 or so, I had both a 35mm 2.8 Summaron m and a 35mm
Summicron m with eyes.  I found the Summmicron to be noticably more contrasty,
but I could discern little difference in sharpness.  I don't believe I ever
used either lens wide open.
John