Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2004/02/20

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Subject: RE: [Leica] WTT: 35mm f1.4 ASPH MINT for 75mm f1.4 MINT
From: Dan Honemann <dan_honemann@yahoo.com>
Date: Fri, 20 Feb 2004 11:34:43 -0800 (PST)

- --- Phong <phong@doan-ltd.com> wrote:
> On the contrary, I find the 75mm the perfect companion for
> the 35mm for a 2-lens outfit, or 3-lens if you add the 24mm.
> It's perfect for when you're using the 35mm primarily, but
> every so often need to zoom in for a head-and-shoulder 
> portrait shot;  with the 90mm, you'd need to take a big 
> step back.

I agree completely.  The 35/75 Luxes make the perfect tandem; put the 75 on a
.85x MP and the 35 on a .58x M7 and you'll never have to change lenses again. 
That would be my ideal film camera kit (and in fact *has* been, but I've been
using a .72x M6 and a Hexar RF).

Dan

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