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

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Subject: Re: [Leica] noctilux versions
From: Guy Bennett <gbennett@lainet.com>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 2002 11:02:43 -0800
References: <F285IEEi8TywMfgZUr30001310d@hotmail.com>

Dennis Painter wrote:

>I only recall Erwin testing one sample of the Noct.
>Could you cite where you read this? website, book, or newsletter.


While I don't know how many versins of the Noctilux Erwin tested, you can
read what he has to say about the lens here:

http://www.imx.nl/photosite/leica/mseries/testm/M10-50.html

and, of course, in his book which does contain a discussion of the current
and 1.2 designs.

Guy





>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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