Re: [Leica] Summicron 50 lens choice

["Christopher Williams" <leicachris@worldnet.att.net>]

IMHO, get the 1969-79 50/f2 Summicron, code 11817. Sharpest 50 I've ever
had. Many LHSA members have agreed. Also the non-DR (11118) chrome Summicron
can usually be found for decent prices, very good performer too.

Chris

- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Rafael Alday"
Subject: [Leica] Summicron 50 lens choice


> Hi all again,
> I want to purchase a 50mm/2 Summicron lens. Following some experts, one of
> the most highly rated Leica lens. But I am a newbie and there is a lot of
> variations of this lens. My pockets do not permit ASPH so I have to decide
> between:
> Collapsible
> Rigid
> Dual Range
> Ealier black Summicron
> Last generation pre-ASPH Summicron ("50" market on the lens barrel).
> I have read in cameraquest that early black summicron is a notch down the
> later ones.
> I would be very grateful to hear opinions about (experts and users)
> Thanks a lot,
> Rafael



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