Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2005/02/25
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]On Feb 25, 2005, at 7:44 AM, John Collier wrote: > Sorry for the late reply but I have been very busy. > > I agree with Feli. I really like the Summilux as it is an ideal > compromise between the Summicron and the Noctilux. I had tested and > decided to get last version of the Summilux, my only complaint being > the collapsing hood as well, when they announced the Asph version. > Since it was going to replace a Noctilux I decide the extra $$ was not > too outrageous. Yep, and I have my Summicron (current) if I really want that super sharp look. > I can't say that I miss the Noctilux. F/1.4 is usually enough and the > lens is only slightly larger and heavier than a Summicron. The ability > to focus to 0.7m is a definite plus over the Noctilux. The Summilux's > flare performance is much much better than the Summicron's -- though > nothing can touch the Noctilux for freedom from flare. Same here. I enjoyed the Noct while I had it, but really don't miss it... it was just too big for my taste and found the images that it produced to sometimes be a little too sterile. I attribute this to it's almost total lack of flare. Also, ever since I got the Lux, I can't imagine NOT being able to focus below 1 meter. > All in all I am happy with my choice and I think I would have been > happy with the previous version as well. Well, if I ever have a bundle of cash drop in my lap, I may get the 35 Lux ASPH. I have more 50's than cameras... > Perhaps even happier as it would not have been six months away for > "repair." > John Collier You got a lot of shooting to make up! ;-) feli _____________________________________________________ feli2@earthlink.net 2 + 2 = 4 www.elanphotos.com