Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/07/23

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Subject: Re: M use: 35/2 + hood
From: "Lucien_vD@compuserve.com" <Lucien_vD@compuserve.com>
Date: Wed, 23 Jul 1997 08:44:54 -0400

Roger Beamon wrote:

>> One question, does anyone use the 35 summicron with it's hood in candi=
d
>> photography? Does it affect the speed of handling. <snip>
>> =

>>I *always* use the lens hood, using a lens hood is the best & cheapest
>> way to improve optical performance.
>>

>Ditto! Only the time necessary to attach it alters the handling. This le=
ns

>has a bit more propensity for flare than most Leica glass, therefore the=
 =

>hood is a must. In fact, my recommendation is to skip the UV filter =

>(greater possibility for reflections), but always, use the hood!
- --

That's why the new lens shade with rubber hood made for the 35/2 ASPH.
(but that you can use on the former 35/2)  is so useful.
You don't need a UV filter to protect it anymore.

Lucien
BELGIUM