Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/04/19

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Best 50 mm LTM lens?
From: D Khong <dkhong@pacific.net.sg>
Date: Tue, 20 Apr 1999 06:11:39 +0000

>I have just found a LTM Leica III (black) with an uncoated Elmar 50/3,5. In
>order to get best possible image quality, I wonder what 50 mm LTM lens you
>think is best. I mean earlier designs than the LTM Summicron 50.
>I am thinking of the red scale Elmar 50/3,5 or maybe the Summitar 50/2,0.
>Will I notice any difference at middle apertures?
>
>Thanks for any reply!
>
>Hans
>

Both the elmar and summitar are fine performers.  The former is light and
compact and the latter is a surprisingly sharp lens when stopped down 2
stops or more.  Each have their personalities even at middle apertures.

Dan K.