Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2010/02/27
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]> The problem with this argument Mark, is that the R&D of a modern ZM > lens with modern coatings and the benefit of very stable, very precise, > very consistent production is superior to what Leica had in the 1980's > and prior. With computer technology leveling the playing field these Yes it almost seems like I'd sacrifice optical modern excellence to not be holding a piece of junk with an aspheric element in my hand but get something out of brass from the 70's out of Wetzlar hammered together with wooden mallets. I do own a 25mm f4 Color Scopar from Cosina had love its compactness and the results seem fine in 11x14 darkroom prints from the past. Also a 45mm 2.8 P lens for my Nikons which says Nikon by was made for them by Cosina and was not cheap, is a Tessar really, cost me 450 dollars. And I shoot through the center of it at this point. Its chrome not black. Its a pancake. Which I love with blueberries. . [Rabs] Mark William Rabiner