Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/07/06
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>>> I am back with more questions...(R lenses) First, I have 2 50 Summicrons. They look incredibly different. One says Leitz Wetzlar serial number 2422###, the other says Leitz canada serial number 2780###. What are the differences? <<< Both lenses perform quite well, but the newer (Canadian) lens controls flare better than the older lens. IMHO it's also more convenient to use with the common 55mm filter thread and built-in lens hood. I have read opinions that the Canadian lens is as good as they get. I haven't been disappointed with it. >>> My other question is in reagrds to my 135 ELMARIT Leitz Canada. There seems to be specs of dust in both sides of the glass. What is the best way to get rid of it? <<< Not to be rude but unless the dust accumulation is heavy, the best way to get rid of a problem like this is to load your camera with a fine-grain film, make some pictures, and look at the prints or chromes. When you look at your pictures any thought of a problem will disappear. Doug Herr Sacramento http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/telyt