Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/07/14
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Good day; I have recently been on a Leica buying/trading binge and have acquired 2 Leica M-3's (a double-stroke and a single-stroke), and a Leica Standard. I have been using my Canon LTM lenses on the M's so far, (50f1.8, 50f1.2, 85f1.9, 100f4 chrome, 100f3.5 black/chrome, 100f3.5 black, and 135f3.5 chrome). I wish to acquire a Leica 135mm lens for use at coffeeshops, stage shows, dance productions. Unfortunately the current 135f3.4 is out of my affordability range. How do the 135f2.8 Elmarit and the 135f4 Tele-Elmar compare for my intended use. I am comfortable using Ilford Delta 3200 and Fuji Neopan 1600 as film choices and can use a monopod or shoulder brace if needed. What are the advantages/disadvantages of each of these lenses from personal experiences? Many thanks, Mike Laramie, Wyo. where I may have the only Leicas in town. - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html