Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/04/22
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Carlos,
I think this is exactly what we are here for. There are no stupid questions.
Since $$ is an issue, I recommend a used 35mm Summicron, non-ASPH version. Read Erwin Puts' review and you will see this is a good buy. I guarantee you will be happy.
For portraits, since $$ is an issue, I have two suggestions. First, look for a 135mm Hektor, which can be found for $150, or so. The "bokeh" is terrific and for portraits any softness over a super sharp late model 90 is ok, especially if your subject is female. There is an online review of this lens at the LHSA page.
Bob
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I know that this question may sound stupid for most of you, but I think
that it is the best place to ask.
I own an M2 with a summicron 50mm. Now, I'm planning to buy my second
lens and I cannot decide whether an Elmar 90mm f4 or a 35mm. In fact, I
don't have money enough to aford an Elmarit 90mm so please don't suggest my
buying an expensive 35mm. To make matters worse I don't know much about
leica M 35mm lenses.
On one side, I would like the 90mm to take portraits, on the other I
think that 35mm is what M2 was made for and I consider that lens usefull for
snapshots. I usually have to take photos with the camera placed on my waist
and I think a 35mm would be ideal.
Well, I accept whatever suggest you want!
Leically
carlos