Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/11/04
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]In a message dated 97-11-04 16:02:24 EST, Thomas wrote: << What can you do with a Visoflex? Is it a macro only device, or are there long lenses that can be used with it. Finally, what's the difference between a Viso I, II, and III? >>===========================================<< Thomas - that is a question that would take many pages to answer, but simply put; The Viso III was the last & best version, but only fits the "M"s, while both "M" & LTMs are made for the VISO II but don't have an instant return mirror like the VISO III has. Rangefinder Leicas are coupled for lens up to 135mm, so anything longer will need the VISO or be set by footage scale. For macro work with the "M"s there are literally dozens of combinations of bellows & tubes available as well as special macro lenses in addition regular ones. Shortest focal length that can be used & still obtain infinity is the 65/3.5. If you can afford it and really need those features, I would suggest any of the "R" Leicas to complement the RF unless you are a dye-hard like Marc Small and myself & want to try play-with the many lesser expensive non Leica lenses, with adapters for the VISO. Marvin Moss