Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/03/05

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Subject: Re: [Leica] noctilux versions
From: Dennis Painter <dennis@hale-pohaku.com>
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 2002 08:09:48 -0800
References: <F285IEEi8TywMfgZUr30001310d@hotmail.com>

I only recall Erwin testing one sample of the Noct.

Could you cite where you read this? website, book, or newsletter.


Victor Wek wrote:

> According to Erwin there is difference between new production and old. Due
> to smaller tolerances in new production process and different lens coating,
> the new one is better.  Although  I usually follow his recommendations, in
> terms of Noctilux I decided, I will try new one vs old (first series). New
> Noctilux give me a little to “harsh” images in the range of  apertures 5.6
> to 11 (who uses the lens in that aperture anyway?). Then I decided on old
> version. This is personal opinion, and I know other people like new
> production look. But, everyone hates lens shade on new one.
>
> Victor

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