Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2006/07/27
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Most of the M mount 135mm lenses have removable optical units. You can use a Visoflex and a series of adapters to get an SLR of sorts. Handy for the occasional times you might need an SLR. I use just such a set up for my infrequent close-up work. Here is a site with a good introduction to the various Visoflex models and what not: http://elshaw.tripod.com/Visoflex/Visoflex.html However the lens in question, an M mount 135/4 Elmar, will not need adapters to fit your camera. No complaints with the Elmar but I would recommend looking for a 135/4 Tele-Elmar. A good example is a stunning performer even wide open. The lens had a good long production run so it is easy to find and relatively inexpensive (leically speaking) to buy. John Collier On 27-Jul-06, at 9:53 PM, G Hopkinson wrote: > I'm looking at getting an inexpensive 135mm for occasional use on > my M6 .85. > > I've read a little but am still unsure on some mechanics regarding > which > ones have the detachable mount or require the viso? system. > > Herr Putt's review of the f4 Elmar 135 has nary a word on any adaptor > requirement. > > The lens I have inquired about is currently in our FS from a member in > Singapore. > > It's listed as M mount. I have no idea as yet regarding whether it > works > normally on my M or requires the adaptor system.