Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/08/24
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>Jay: Was it the new 80-200 lens for the R8, just released several months ago? I have this lens, and think it is pretty fine. Ergonomically, quite easy to use with a nice balance between size and weight. Easy zooming and focusing. First few rolls on Kodacolor 200, absolutely stunning. Suppose that beauty is in the eyes..., etc. Best regards, Elliot< Yes and no. It was the same design but the three cam version released last year. I did not like the speed/weight compromise. If I am going to carry this lens instead of, say, a 90/2 Summicron, the loss of speed is not worth it to me. etc. But it is a good lens. Jay Coleman