Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2003/04/30
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]But is there a difference between the F1.4 or F2 ASPH when shooting at f4, 5.6 or 8? - ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Filippone" <red735i@earthlink.net> To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us> Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2003 9:29 AM Subject: RE: [Leica] 35/2 ASPH vs 35/1.4 ASPH > I have owned both lenses. I kept the F1.4 because I shoot slow film and > shoot in a lot of dark places (careful now, keep it "G" rated.) > > The output appears to be identical optically at the same F stop... so if you > like ( or dislike) one lens, the other will have the same effect on you. > They are remarkably different from the 3rd version pre-ASPH Summicron... > The newer lenses offer better "fidelity" but less "character". I kept my > older lens pre-ASPH as well just because I like the smallness and especially > the "look" of the older Summicron. > > The issue of which to buy? The 1.4 is a LOT heavier and bigger overall. It > is 1 stop faster. SO if you a lot of low light stuff, or want higher > shutter speeds, then the F1,4 is the choice. If you want less weight and > most of your shots are daytime, and the speed of the shutter is fine with > you, then the F2 is the better choice. If you have a extra $1000 ( new) or > $600 ( used) burning a hole in your pocket, buy the F2 and send the money to > me. > > Frank Filippone > red735i@earthlink.net > > > -- > To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html > - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html