[Leica] Re: Lenses for Digital

[leicachris at worldnet.att.net (Chris Williams)]

I use the following lenses on a D3 and experience no performance problems:

60mm Macro
50/1.4
28-70/2.8 IF
85/1.4
80-200/2.8

10.5 DX
17-55/2.8 DX

105/1.8 AIS
180/2.8 AIS

I have seen online users experiencing focus/performance problems with 
Nikon's 70-200/2.8 VR on the D3. I've used one before without any problems. 
The D3 even has a focus adjust in the menu, I think that's mainly for using 
MF lenses on it, but I've not had the need to use it. MF lenses work great 
on the D3. If adjustments are needed, I'm sure a trip to Nikon would fix the 
problem. M8/Nocti users have done this and I know some Canon users have doen 
the same with camera/lens combos.

The Zeiss MF lenses are receiving very good reviews. I may have to rent the 
25mm to give it a try. Nikon's 200/f2 VR is next on my list for renting.

Rumor is Nikon may update the outdated 28,50, and 85mm lenses. August is the 
rumored announcement.

Chris

PS. Love the D3!





----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Christopher Birchenhall" Subject: [Leica] Lenses for Digital


> LUGers
>
> Apologies if this has been well covered already but can I ask about
> your experiences with legacy lenses on digital cameras. I ask because I
> have been playing with a Nikon D300 and believe it performs best with
> newer lenses designed for digital use; this experience is based on a new
> Nikon Micro 60mm, a Zeiss 25mm ZF and a Tamron standard zoom.
> In the Nikon communities there is a good deal of chatter about previously
> highly regarded lenses not performing so well on the new cameras. My
> reading is that the latest sensors require tighter lens designs.
>
> This may be more an issue for Nikon and less for Leica but I am concerned
> that our hopes of using legacy lenses on a new Leica digital R may face
> similar issues.
>
> I have to also note I have not made the move to the M8. My aim has been
> to gather some new wider lenses in anticipation of the impact of the crop
> factor. My impression is that M8 owners are happy enough but I have
> heard about focusing issues with some lenses. Is there a noticeable
> difference between lenses on the M8 e.g. do ASPH worker better?
>
> Thanks for your patience, Chris B
>
> P.S. The D300 is impressive and is making me look seriously at their D3.