Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/02/19
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]FYI, Cosina's website today also has some info on a new LTM Color Skopar 50/2.5 lens, which they are touting as a high-quality, compact "normal" lens. I can't find any mention of high-tech glass, so beyond the bare specs I'm not sure what kind of optical magic is at work. This lens uses a Leica-style, finger-rounded focus tab with an unmilled focusing ring. Here's the link: http://www.cosina.co.jp/50-2.5/ Specs: Construction: 7elements in 6 groups Aperture: :2.5-22, 10-blades Minimum focus: 0.75m Size/Weight: 49.6mm width x 33.6mm length, 208g Filter size: 39mm Finish: Silver, black paint List price: 45,000yen (US$338) silver, 48,000yen (US$361) black There is a separate rectangular metal hood available for 4,500yen (US$34), which also fits the Color Skopar 35/2.5 Compact. I think that makes an even dozen LTM lenses in Cosina's lineup. Enjoy, PB Paul C. Brodek Hillsdale, N.J. U.S.A. E-mail: pcb@skyweb.net - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html