Re: [Leica] 35 Summicron with "eyes" on M2(4,6)?

[Dennis Painter <dpainter@bigfoot.com>]

Peter A. Klein wrote:
> 
> Is anybody on the list using the 35 Summicron with "goggles" that's meant
> for the M3, but using it on an M2, M4, or M6 so it reduces the image to fit
> in the 50mm frame?
> 
> I'm a glasses wearer, and I'm finding that I can't see the whole 35mm frame
> on my M4-P unless I move the camera around.  I'm wondering if an old 35
> Summicron with goggles might be a viable solution?  Or just live with not
> seeing the edges of the frame?
> 
> I know, laser surgery or contact lenses would probably be the ultimate
> solution.  But somehow, I don't want to alter my body for a camera, even if
> it *is* a Leica...  :-)
> 
> --Peter

Hi Peter,

You really should try contacts. Give them a real fair trial. 

As to the finder, I know the cost will be more but if I were you I would
wait and see if this .58 finder rumour becomes a reality. I would think
it will cover 50mm to 24 mm just fine and you could put a new ASPH 35 on
it.

Dennis