Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/08/22

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Subject: Re: [Leica] 35 Summicron with "eyes" on M2(4,6)?
From: Dennis Painter <dpainter@bigfoot.com>
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 06:49:37 -0700
References: <3.0.6.32.20000822000227.007a76a0@pop.2alpha.net>

Peter A. Klein wrote:
> 
> Is anybody on the list using the 35 Summicron with "goggles" that's meant
> for the M3, but using it on an M2, M4, or M6 so it reduces the image to fit
> in the 50mm frame?
> 
> I'm a glasses wearer, and I'm finding that I can't see the whole 35mm frame
> on my M4-P unless I move the camera around.  I'm wondering if an old 35
> Summicron with goggles might be a viable solution?  Or just live with not
> seeing the edges of the frame?
> 
> I know, laser surgery or contact lenses would probably be the ultimate
> solution.  But somehow, I don't want to alter my body for a camera, even if
> it *is* a Leica...  :-)
> 
> --Peter

Hi Peter,

You really should try contacts. Give them a real fair trial. 

As to the finder, I know the cost will be more but if I were you I would
wait and see if this .58 finder rumour becomes a reality. I would think
it will cover 50mm to 24 mm just fine and you could put a new ASPH 35 on
it.

Dennis

In reply to: Message from "Peter A. Klein" <pklein@2alpha.net> ([Leica] 35 Summicron with "eyes" on M2(4,6)?)