Re: [Leica] ?1.4 Tele-converter-R??

[Bud Cook <budcook@ibm.net>]

Dave,
I feel very confident in recommending the Macro Elmarit.  You will not be
disappointed.  There are times when I wished it was closer to 50mm and there
are times when I think that a late 50 Summicron-M has just a bit more
brilliance on K25 at infinity.  At smaller reproduction ratios it'll blow your
mind!

Yup, a 28, 60, 90 and 2X extender makes a really nice travel kit.

Bud

drodgers@nextlink.com wrote:

> Bud
>
> Regarding the 2X you wrote:
>
> >>If you ever get one of these, let me recommend that you try something.
> Use it with the Macro Elmarit and you'll get a 120mm f/5.6 Macro Elmarit
> that
> converts the 60 into a 1:1 macro and gives you twice the camera to subject
> distance.  Works great except for two dimensional subjects.<<
>
> A high quality 2X converter certainly has it's place.  It's small and
> versatile. I'm admiring the benefits of a lighter system more as time goes
> on.
>
> I found a reasonably priced 2X Converter and picked it up with the
> intention of using it on a 180/2.8 (which I don't yet own). I discovered 2X
> turns my 90 Summicron into a very nice 180/4. I'll now think long and hard
> before getting a 180.
>
> As far as turning a 180 into a 360, I already have a 400/5.6 Telyt. Though
> it's a bit dated, it is sufficient for my needs.  I just don't find much
> need for anything longer than 180, outside some occasional sports
> photography.
>
> For sheer novelty I'm going to try the 2X on the 400. Maybe take a moon
> shot or two. The most difficult thing about using an 800 is keeping the
> thing steady. Sometimes a stout tripod isn't enough.
>
> I've heard others say that the 2X is excellent when paired with the 60/2.8.
> You've got a decent potrait lens, a long macro, and a light normal lens.
> Best of all you can leave the converter behind if weight is an issue. (I do
> lots of cycling and I often carry a body and one lens). I'm thinking about
> unloading my 50/2 in order to buy a 60/2.8.
>
> Dave