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

[Steve Beyer <steve@beyerphoto.com>]

Thanks for the info Ted



> 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
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