Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2003/08/19
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Karen Nakamura wrote in part: > > Today, I picked up a Leitz Summitar 50mm f/2 lens (ser #657xxx) in > excellent condition with both caps (original front cap) and leather > case for $150 at National Camera (www.natcam.com). > > So what's the consensus on this lens? I know that it was reformulated > for the Summicron but peering at the Hove book at National Camera, the > MTF curves seem pretty similar. I'm hoping that it has a "classic" > look. I like my sharp, modern aspheric lenses, but I love the > lower-contrast, higher-resolution of older lenses and hope that this > one has the "look." > > Karen Hi Karen, To add to what Jerry and Marc have said: I have this lens and it gives wonderful results. A lens hood is an absolute necessity when using this lens outdoors or in bright indoor scenes! The Summitar really does provide an unique look compared to more modern glass. I now shoot about ninety percent B&W film and 10 percent or so colour film. I especially like to use this lens when shooting colour film. Regards, Greg > > > > - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html