Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/05/26
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Simon, Years ago, when I bought my Noctilux, I kept my 50 Summicron and have always been glad that I did. For me it's largely a size/weight issue. It doesn't bother some, but I don't like carrying the Noctilux around unless I know I'm going to make use of it's speed. Bryan - ----- Original Message ----- From: "Simon Lamb" <s_lamb@compuserve.com> To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us> Sent: Friday, May 26, 2000 2:58 AM Subject: [Leica] Noctilux vs 50mm f/2 > I thoughtI would ask this as a general question although I did raise the > issue in a reply to another message. > > I have been told that if I purchase a Noctilux I should keep my 50mm f/2 as > the Noctilux should be regarded as an additional lens rather than a > replacement. Can anyone tell me the possible rationale behind this point of > view and whether you agree with it or not? > > Thanks. > > Simon > > Amateur efforts at http://www.phoenixdb.co.uk/leica >