Re: [Leica] Leica R8 system to enhance an M system

[Ted <tedgrant@home.com>]

Steve Beyer wrote:

> >>>>Hi Ted and Doug,
>     Well I guess I normally shoot in the range of 20 - 300.  What is your take on
> lenses in this range?<<<<<<

Hi Steve,
If you feel comfortable with zoom lenses, I suggest the 80mm-200  f 4.0, it's a very
fine lens if you are working outside for most of the shooting. And the 35mm - 70mm,
f2.8 , 3.5 or f4.0. The choice to make here is each one has an advantage over the
other.

Obviously the 2.8 for aperture, not to mention it's incredible film image cutting
ability,  (big big bucks though)  the 3.5 (German made version) as a solid general
purpose lens. I have one and it's a real work horse. The  4.0 for it's added ability
for macro use as well as an all round lens.

If your not into zooms, then a 21mm or 28,  35 and 100mm. The 280 mm 2.8 is a dream
lens and once you start using it why there'll be times where you'll start using it
as a normal lens depending on the subject.  Add a 1.4 and 2X extenders and you're
really away to the races for long glass. However, I'd suggest you'll have to try
them and see if they fit your shooting requirements.

ted