Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2003/04/05
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]faneuil wrote: > > I have been very happy with my 50 summicron for available light shooting. > For my situation, I just don't think 1.4 is going to add that much compared > to the bulk gained when shooting with a 35 ASPH lux. Don't get me wrong - > it is a superb lens. > But if it isn't being used - well - it is the world's most expensive glass > paperweight. > > Eric > If you are doing available light shooting and you are going with the 50 Summicron over the 35 Asph Summilux you'd be in a small minority Mr. Fickle!. May we ask what you are shooting? You in effect gain TWO f stops with the 35 Asph Summilux. One on the F stop scale and one on the shutter speed scale. Available light shooters would sure appreciate that kind of stuff most of the times! Mark Rabiner Portland, Oregon USA http://www.rabinergroup.com - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html