Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/04/27
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]> GH wrote: > <<<Are there any lens combinations for which this will not work, and how > practical is this retaining ring as an accessory?>>>>>>> > > I don't believe there are any combinations that wont work providing you have > equipment bags or packing cases to accomodate them. Before you try this be aware that Brian Bower in "Leica M Photography" (1995) states: "Note that care is needed when using the ring as the rear elements of some lenses can be damaged if its 'partner' is not chosen carefully." Unfortunately he doesn't specify which lenses make poor partners so I imagine if you try to put them together and you detect a scratching sound you have chosen a poor mating. I would suggest you assure yourself that all of your lenses are compatable with every other lens you own before you include a coupling ring in your camera bag.