Re: [Leica] test results for lens that seemed 'off' at infinity

[Guy Bennett <gbennett@lainet.com>]

>i got back the prints i shot with my 50 summicron that seemed
>slightly off at infinity and everything i focused on was sharp, in
>focus. so it seems that even if a lens is off at infinity, it is
>probably fine and not to worry about.
>i noticed that the depth of field at f2 extends from the subject i
>was focusing on towards the camera, with virtually nothing in focus
>behind the object. i assume since others have noticed this as well
>that this is normal too.
>T r i s t a n  T o m - <http://tristantom.com/>


Thanks for reporting back. I appreciate you making the effort to run a
basic test and letting us know what you found.

I experienced a similar problem with my 35 Summicron ASPH, which is off at
infinity. I noticed it when shooting, but could see no problems in my negs
or prints, so I let it go. If I ever send the lens in for a service of any
kind, I'll have the repairman correct this problem. Until then, I'll live
with it as it doesn't seem to have any real-world effect.

Guy