[Leica] C/V 50/1.1 comment?

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Very nice, Mark. I think Cosina has really scored with this lens and the 
1.2/35mm (which I have).

Cheers,
Nathan

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On Jan 11, 2010, at 1:03 PM, Mark Pope wrote:

> I've had one for a few months now and I really like it.
> It's quite heavy and compared to either a 50 Summicron or Summilux it's 
> huge.
> Wide-open, results are variable, but I put that down to operator error 
> rather than issues with the lens.  The Bokeh isn't to everyone's taste, 
> but I think the same can be said for all versions of the Noctilux.
> 
> I use mine on my M8.  It's definitely worthwhile getting a viewfinder 
> magnifier to help nail the focus.
> 
> This shot was taken wide-open at a traction engine rally last summer.
> 
> http://www.monomagic.co.uk/gallery.php?gallery=paw/2009&image=2009-week35-1.jpg
>  
> 
> If you want a fast 50, then it's definitely worth a serious look - at the 
> price, I think it represents superb value for money.
> 
> I did email Erwin about testing the lens and he said he would test it when 
> he gets hold of a sample.
> 
> There is a review by Steve Huff on his website
> I think the URL is http://www.stevehuffphoto.com
> 
> Hope this helps
> 
> 
> Mark Pope,
> Swindon, Wilts
> UK
> 
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> 
> Stan Yoder wrote:
>> Anyone care to comment on this lens? Tom A likes it. Erwin seems not to 
>> have evaluated it. Would appreciate hearing of users' experiences.
>> Stan Yoder
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