Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2004/10/14
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Steve Barbour writes: > I am thinking about getting a leica 50mm summarit with imperfect coating, > but no > fog, good condition, to nurture/aquire a certain soft and old look... > > I am about to try one out...anyone with > experience or comments ? > > Is this a bad idea? or have you had good results? > Hi Steve, I have one that I purchased from another Lugger a couple of years back. Not the greatest lens wide open, but combine it with colour film and aperture of f2 and beyond and it gives you look of the creamy/dreamy old Leica glass. Really unique look! One thing though; you must use the lens hood with this lens in bright outdoor light. Regards, Greg