Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/05/16
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Nice to hear so much positive comment about the 24/2.8, which is also my favourite lens. I find using the accessory viewfinder very relaxing as refocussing isn't such an issue with a real wideangle like this one. Only two dislikes: 1 - you can't mount anything other than Leica's crazily expensive filters under the lens hood; 2 - the closest focus is not very close, but of course that's true of all (non-DR) leica M lenses and is probably due to the travel limit of the rangefinder? It's a pity not to be able really exploit the potential of the lens close up. But the image quality is fantastic and it handles very nicely. I'd be interesed to hear from anyone with experience using the Tri-Elmar. At the moment I'm using the 24 and the 35/1.4. The T-E seems like it would complement the 24 very nicely on a second body. How is it in use? I've tried one and the focus length selector ring didn't feel very positive, but maybe it needs working in? By the way - I don't live in Paradise, just nearby... And anyone who wants to visit is welcome - that means you, Hans. Rob. Robert Appleby and Sue Darlow Via Bellentani 36 41100 Modena Italy Tel/fax [39] 059 303436