RE: [Leica] 35mm R Lens recommendation

["Rodgers, David" <david.rodgers@xo.com>]

I once read that the 35/2-R was designed with emphasis on contrast over
resolution. I don't know if that's the case, but it sounded interesting. I
have a late 35/2-R and it's a great lens. It's fantastic paired with
Kodachrome -- or any b/w film. 

I'm sure the 35/1.4-R performs just as well. Never have used one, but I've
handled one. It's a bit larger than the Summicron.  I'm not as much in favor
of fast  f1.4 lenses for the R system. First, there's a penalty in size and
weight (moreso than faster M lenses).  Secondly, I don't shoot as much in
low light with the R. When I do I often use artificial light. So the max
aperture isn't of great value in that respect. It does make for a brighter
viewfinder and easier focusing, though. 

Can't go wrong with either lens, but I went for the Summicron for the
preceeding reasons.  

Dave

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>I would like to purchase one of these R lenses in the near future, the
>Summicron R 35mm F2 or the Summilux R 35mm F1.4.  Can anyone please give me
>some opinions on these lenses?  Is the F1.4 worth the extra money?  thank
>you.
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