Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/01/07

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Re: Leica R 24mm f2.8 & 180mm f4 questions
From: S Dimitrov <sld@earthlink.net>
Date: Sun, 07 Jan 2001 09:05:33 -0800
References: <l03130302b67e3cbc4b35@[216.40.160.60]>

Ken;

How would you rate the angenieux 70-210? This lens always tempts me
because it is so light. 

Slobodan 

Ken Wilcox wrote:
> 
> I have and use the 180 Elmar. I cna't compare it to the other lenses of
> this length because I've never had the opportunity to use them. I like the
> Elmar because it is small and light for a 180. I don't find it quite as
> sharp as the 80-200 f/4 Vario Elmar, which is superb.
> 
> Ken Wilcox
> 
> At 7:09 -0800 1/7/1, a fine scholar, stefan smith wrote:
> 
> >Hi,
> >
> >I'm thinking of investing in the R system to go along
> >with my M. Looking at the 24mm f2.8 -- Erwin seems to
> >say this is OK but about level with the Nikon 24mm and
> >not up to the M 24mm ASPH. Any users out there want to
> >share their experiences? I may go for a 28mm if it is
> >is a better performer even though it's not as wide.
> >Also the 180mm f4 seems a good buy, and alot cheaper
> >than the f3.4 APO - any comments on this one?
> >
> >As for the body I'm set on an R6.2.
> >
> >thx in advance.
> >
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