Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/02/15
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>probably better than most other 1.4/50s. However, I am not one who loves >the shallow DOF look of 1.4 shots, and will only use this opening when >conditions demand it. > >Dan C. Dan: In the right hands with a suitable subject using the Summilux 50/f1.4 wide open may provide miraculous results. But I do not know how one overcomes the depth of field limitations. In particular, at a subject distance of 3.5 meters at f1.5, the depth of field for 35, 50 and 75mm lenses, respectively, is 3.04-4.12, 3.17-3.91,3.27-3.76 meters. Even, assuming perfect focusing, much of a typical subject will be out of focus. Perhaps the mythical "bokeh" of Leitz lenses saves the day, especially using lenses longer than 35mm. Regards, Andrew Jordan