Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/11/28
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]The 40mm/2.4 Minilux is probably more "worthy" than any automatic, compact zoom. The images are, in fact, comparable to those of the venerable Rollei 35 (both the Sonnar and Tessar). It is, however, not a "true" Leica, just a high-quality Japanese compact, presumably using a Leica-designed lens. Richard Date sent: Sun, 28 Nov 1999 12:09:57 -0500 To: leica-users-digest@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us From: Art Leyenberger <art@interactive.net> Subject: [Leica] Leica compacts -- worthy? Send reply to: leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us > Does anyone have any thoughts on Z2x, Minilux Zoom and new C1 as far as > quality of lenses, quality of construction, and value? Are these really > Leicas in the truest sense or lower quality, mass-market Leicas. I'm think > of buying one as a point-n-shooter but would appreciate some advice. > Thanks. Art Leyenberger New Jersey, USA >