Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/03/21
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]The first and second versions of the lens are identical optically. The first version used a removable hood and the second a built in sliding hood. I own the second version. IMHO the sliding hood offers very little protection from bumping. If you buy a first version be aware that the hood is rather hard to find and expensive. Ken Wilcox At 11:06 -0600 3/21/1, a fine scholar, Mose, J P wrote: >Question for the Noctilux 50/1 experts out there, > >Of all the versions of 50/1 Noctilux's since 1976, which would be the best >one from a users standpoint (versus collectable) to purchase used? If they >are all basically the same, is there one that is more of a bargain? This >would be used on a M6TTL .72, mainly for concerts, museums or other >locations that won't allow flash, etc. (I actually like A. H. Schmidt's idea >of sitting in a German pub the best!). Hopefully, the lower magnification >won't be too much of an issue with this camera. Thanks again for your help. > > >J. P. Mose - ---- Ken Wilcox Carolyn's Personal Touch Portraits preferred---> <wilcox@tir.com> <kwilcox@gfn.org>