Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2004/10/09
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Thanks, Steve; however I do want casual readers to recall that I also discussed this lens' drawbacks. Briefly; it's enormous size, weight and cost, the exotic focal length, and it's two dimensional depth-of-field shooting at f/1.4. I must emphasize that I do not give this lens a whole-hearted recommendation; in spite of the utterly beautiful images it is capable of producing, it is highly idiosyncratic and not many photographers are likely to find gratification in its use. Those who are so taken by its photographic characteristics that they are willing to overlook its clear problems will make it one of their favorite and most used lenses. Nonetheless, I do not imagine that many people will thus appreciate the 75mm Summilux. Buzz -----Original Message----- From: lug-bounces+buzz.hausner=verizon.net@leica-users.org [mailto:lug-bounces+buzz.hausner=verizon.net@leica-users.org] On Behalf Of Steve Barbour Sent: Saturday, October 09, 2004 8:36 PM To: Leica Users Group Subject: Re: [Leica] The Buzz on the 75mm Summilux Buzz...zzed.... However, it is > perhaps the most distinctive lens Leica makes, with edge carving > sharpness and a bokeh which may be described as truly lovely. These > characteristics are present at all f stops from 1.4 through 16. It > isn't just a low light lens, though its performance in subdued light is > outstanding. In particular, when people see the environmental portraits > I have taken with the 75mm Summilux, they are almost always pleasantly > astonished. The lens also focuses down to under two-and-a-half feet > which makes it extremely versatile. well put, and I could not agree more Buzz.... Steve _______________________________________________ Leica Users Group. See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information