R Lens Choices

[jay coleman <jcoleman@interport.net>]

To All:

I am a relatively new member of the LUG but have been using Leica R for
a few years now.  I would like some input into lens selection.  Ir
ealize that lens choice is a personal thing, but I would appreciate any
input nonetheless.

I currently have a 35/2.0, a 60/2.8, an 80/1.4, a 180/3.4 and a new
80-200/4 zoom with ROM (yes, Ted and Tom, they gave me a new one).  I
have an R8 and an R7.  I would like something wider than the 35.  I have
been thinking of a 21/4 or the new 19/2.8 (but it's too expensive).  I
also wouldn't mind something longer -- I am thinking of the 2x APO
extender.  I am thinking of trading the 80-200 for a 100 APO.  I do some
close-up work with flowers.  I currently use the 60.  I used to have a
90/2.0 and used that.  I like the longer focal length.  If I get the
100, I am not sure I can justify an 80 and the 100 (although I like the
1.4 aperture).  I am also thinking of getting a 50.  Has anyone had
experience with the 50/1.4?  How does it compare with the 50/2.0?  I
would also appreciate input into outfit selection generally (e.g.
consider 35/50/90 or 21/28/50/100).

Thanks.

Jay Coleman