Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2004/10/06
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Hi Chris, I have both the elmarit and summicron APO. Both are amazingly sharp lenses but in my opinion I prefer the summicron as it renders the out of focus area in a more pleasant way than the elmarit at 2.8 or above. It also gives a slightly more 3D look than the elmarit. I also use the plain screen which makes it easier to focus than the split screen. Having said that the elmarit is much lighter and I use it more often than the summicron. But if you are shooting mostly low light stuff, you will need the summicron. Regards, Ken > > > > > On Oct 6, 2004, at 1:28 PM, Christopher Williams wrote: > >> Newbie to the R8 system. Anyone use either the 180/2.8 or 180/2 APO >> lens? >> Any thoughts on performances? I need a good fast telephoto for low >> light, >> these Catholic churches here are dark! >> >> Thanks in advance, >> Chris Williams >> New Orleans >> www.zoeicaimages.com >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Leica Users Group. >> See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information >> >> > > > Regards, > Ken Lai > > -------------------------------------------- > Technical Director > Compose System Limited > TEL 852-2811-4228 > FAX 852-2811-2263 > http://www.compose.com.hk > Regards, Ken Lai -------------------------------------------- Technical Director Compose System Limited TEL 852-2811-4228 FAX 852-2811-2263 http://www.compose.com.hk