Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/02/12
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]A little while ago we discussed how a medium telephoto that goes a little soft wide open is perfect for portraits. The 100 f2.8 macro lens was not recommended as it was too crisp and harsh for portrait work. Erwin and others have said that the 90 APO is even sharper than the 100 macro and I was wondering if this would make the 90 APO unsuitable for portraits! I have a 90 tele-elmarit that I love and have no plans on selling and it has that delightful slightly soft rendition focussed close and wide open. I would like to supplement it with a summicron for when the light is low and weight does not matter. Naturally I know the old 90 is a little soft wide and close but can anyone comment on how they have found the APO for wide open portraits? Thank you John Collier