Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/07/14
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I find the 135/4 Tele-Elmar to be a very good lens to have in my camera bag when traveling. Might need telephoto at sometime. It's not too big compared to the heavier and larger 135/2.8 Elmarit. It's verp sharp even wide open. When you have fast film, why worry about a slow aperture? If you are on a budget, get a 135/4.5 Hektor or older 135/4 Elmar. Some Hektor's can be bought for under $75.00. Just make sure the glass is clean. Chris Williams New Orleans, lot of Leicas round these parts - ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mike Stoesz" Sent: Sunday, July 14, 2002 5:02 PM Subject: [Leica] Opinions Please 135mm lens for M > Good day; > > I have recently been on a Leica buying/trading binge and have acquired > 2 Leica M-3's (a double-stroke and a single-stroke), and a Leica > Standard. I have been using my Canon LTM lenses on the M's so far, > (50f1.8, 50f1.2, 85f1.9, 100f4 chrome, 100f3.5 black/chrome, 100f3.5 > black, and 135f3.5 chrome). > > I wish to acquire a Leica 135mm lens for use at coffeeshops, stage > shows, dance productions. Unfortunately the current 135f3.4 is out of > my affordability range. How do the 135f2.8 Elmarit and the 135f4 > Tele-Elmar compare for my intended use. I am comfortable using Ilford > Delta 3200 and Fuji Neopan 1600 as film choices and can use a monopod > or shoulder brace if needed. > > What are the advantages/disadvantages of each of these lenses from > personal experiences? > > Many thanks, Mike > Laramie, Wyo. where I may have the only Leicas in town. - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html