Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/10/04
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The only disadvantage to the RF 35mm lenses is that they are not very
compact or light weight compare to my 35 Summicron.
Cheers!
kw
>What are the drawbacks (if any) of making a 35mm RF (bug-eye) M-series
>lens my second lens. I wear glasses and viewing the full 50mm frame on an
>M3 takes some extra effort.
>
>Most of my photography is street, travel, museum, family. For many years I
>have used a M3 with 50mm Summilux along with several SLRs. I've love
>operational ease of the M3 (best) and it is the camera that I choose most
>readily, but must rely on my SLRs for lens versatility. However, I've
>always wanted a 35mm lens for my M3, especially when traveling or
>exploring large cities (densely inhabited regions).
>
>In a few weeks I'll have a renewed need for the 35mm during some buisiness
>trips and travels. I have a quote I think I can live with for some 35mm RF
>options.
>
>The quotes are...
>
>35mm f2 RF Summicron, Mint @ $750.
>35mm f2.8 RF Summaron, Mint- @ $450.
>35mm f2.8 RF Summaron, Exc+ @ $395.
>
>The Summicron seems out of reach but I think I can stretch (on short
>notice) for the Summaron.
>
>Experience, thoughts, opinions, options, ravings, concerns, encouragements
>are all welcome.
>
>Regards,
>
>Roger
>
>
>
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