Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/03/26

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Subject: Re: [Leica] M-Rokkor 28 MM continuation
From: "Don Dory" <dorysrus@mindspring.com>
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2002 10:05:24 -0500
References: <PFEEKFLGBMMMIIFICKFMGEPKCHAA.joe@atchou.com>

Joe, mine at least brings up the 35MM framelines on a M6 72 classic.  I
solve that problem with the M3 and a 28MM finder.

As to the image degradation, it is real, but it isn't earthshakingly bad
either.  My earlier post suggesting you look at the Canon 28mm F3.5 from the
1950's was assuming you would be using the lens stopped down somewhat, in
which case the Minolta is a fine performer.  However, use the flaw as a
bargaining point! If it doesn't have the hood use that as a bargaining
point!  Point out that 40.5 filters and accessories aren't usually readily
available.

However, if you are one to suffer guilt about this image could have been
better: or you frequently shoot at 2.8 or larger, then you should save the
money and proceed directly to either the current Elmarit or Summicron.
Especially if you shoot 100 speed film you will notice the difference in the
new glass versus the old.

My general recommendation is the new Leica glass is without peer and if you
can do without until you can afford it that is the way to go.  However, if
you shoot fast film and/or shoot at 5.6 or smaller most of the time, the old
glass can usually give a good image that will hold up pretty well compared
to the new designs.  The major exception would be in high flare situations
in which case go directly to the new glass.

Don
dorysrus@mindspring.com

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Replies: Reply from Ken Wilcox <klw.51@comcast.net> ([Leica] RE: M-Rokkor 28 MM continuation)
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