Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/01/30
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]James: I have used one of the old 180/2.8's since 1973 and can tell you it is an excellent lens (altho' heavy). I could take Tri-x in D76 1/3 frame and enlarge it to 20"x24" and you could see the dimples on a football at midfield. Clearly! If someone says that lens is not worth the price, either they are using a different lens or they need to go to the optometrist. Bottom line: heavy, but wonderful, and focuses down very close as well. I love mine. Next ; the Minilux. I'm on roll #4 with just point/shoot and am so far very, very happy. No lens comparison tests yet, but I'll compare it with my M's and R's and will get back with you. Bennett