Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/01/07
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I used the original 2x extender, not the APO. It fits without damage to either unit. I knew that it would not be optimal, but I don't have an APO extender. Also, the instructions don't explicitly state NOT to use this component, it's just not mentioned because of its vintage. I imagine that this extender was not great with any lens... The lens used by itself seems fine, although I've only used the lens for a couple of weeks. The subjects I've taken cannot help me evaluate the color quality of the lens (sunsets, clouds - I've taken great pictures with all brands of lenses). Haven't had a chance to shoot people subjects with the bad weather and all. The lens is sharp, however. I'm not sure I like the packaging. I'm partial to one-touch zooms like the preceding 70-210, but chose this new one because of its better manufacturing by Kyocera and supposedly better optics. John