Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/03/18
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Do yourself a favor and spend a few extra dollars to get the 35 summicron asph -- it is a superb lens. The earlier 50 summicron with the focus tab and removeable hood, and the 90 elmarit are both outstanding choices. Jack _____________ - ----- Original Message ----- From: John M. Holcomb To: leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2001 8:09 PM Subject: [Leica] Newbie- 35 & 50 lens choices and M6 vs G2 Hi All I'm new on LUG and looking for some advice. I currently own a Contax G2 outfit with which I've never been completely satisfied. I often use the G's 90 lens wide open and up close, and I find the AF is sometimes taxed beyond its limit. The G's "return to infinity, then refocus for each shot" mechanism is also really annoying. I will admit that I've been spoiled by the quality of the Zeiss lenses, though, and would be dissatisfied with any of lesser quality after getting used to Zeiss quality. So I've decided to get an M6 35-50-90 outfit. I've done a little reading (and lurking), and have settled on the 90 2.8 Elmarit-M. My choices for 50 and 35 are still open. My question is what are the best 35 and 50 lenses for about $800 or less, used, in nice, clean condition. My inclination is to buy a pre-asph 35 Summicron, and a recent model 50 Summicron with detachable hood, as Steven Gandy suggests. I would appreciate any thoughts or input. How do the Cosina 35 1.7 and 50 1.5 lenses compare with the Leica lenses mentioned above? I know this might be heresy, but can't resist asking. Finally, are there any current or former Contax G users out there who would care to comment on switching to Leica, or adding Leica to their "arsenal." Thanks in advance John Holcomb