Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/02/18
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At 7:09 PM +0000 2/18/02, Javier Perez wrote:
>It's a series 8 I think.
>I was able to use a 72mm.
>But you have to unscrew the ring on the end of
>the collapsible hood. install the filter and then
>put thje ring back on the hood. It should work
>for the old 250 Telyt as well and it's easier to
>find than the original. You might also consider just leaving the
>hood off. The lens feels alot more compact.
>Javier
>
>
>"Olivier T. Nguyen" wrote:
>>
>> Hi everyone,
>> does anyone here know what is the filter size for leica lens R 180mm f2.8.
>> this is an old version of 180mm lens.
>> thank you
> > olivier
If it's the series 8 version (with the tripod mount), you might be
able to use 67mm filters. 72mm are too big. Standard series 8 has
67mm threads, but a different pitch, so don't try to tighten them too
much. Not good for regular use, but works in a pinch.
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