Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/05/26
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Simon, I agree with it. The Noctilux is uniquely great for the reasons expounded upon by Tina, Ted, and others here; but its drawbacks include greater size, greater weight, and greater viewfinder obstruction, and so my normal carry around lens is the Summicron, which, within its more limited range of apertures, is also optically superior (although I say that without consulting Erwin's website and would defer to his findings as reported there). For all of these reasons, I would not part with my Summicron. Art Peterson -----Original Message----- From: Simon Lamb [mailto:s_lamb@compuserve.com] Sent: Friday, May 26, 2000 5:59 AM To: leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us Subject: [Leica] Noctilux vs 50mm f/2 I thoughtI would ask this as a general question although I did raise the issue in a reply to another message. I have been told that if I purchase a Noctilux I should keep my 50mm f/2 as the Noctilux should be regarded as an additional lens rather than a replacement. Can anyone tell me the possible rationale behind this point of view and whether you agree with it or not? Thanks. Simon Amateur efforts at http://www.phoenixdb.co.uk/leica