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S Sobrinsky wrote:
The CY 35-70 is a sweet lens, and I love using it as a walk-around on the TAP. Single ring/zoom focus works really well here. On the other hand, with a non-AF adapter, I prefer the separate zoom and focus rings of the Vario-Elmarit. And when you have both lenses side by side, as nicely made as the Zeiss is, the Leica is on another level, feeling like it was carved from a single block of unobtanium. As I recall, both were made in the same factory, but the feel is very different. Some say the Zeiss is a tad sharper, but I think that's splitting hairs. All I can say is the TAP has given mine new life. But to each their own - both are great. Leave the Steady shot set at 50mm.
One thing to watch out for, be sure the CY-M adapter you're using locks properly when you mount it to the lens; one of mine didn't until I fiddled with it, and you will cry if that zoom comes loose!
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Thanks for the heads up on the adapter locking and steady shot setting!
I'm curious to see how the V-E and V-S compare. I like the colors and draw out of the Leica, but sharpness has never been there for me without some post-work. I'm curious to see how the Zeiss stacks up. I agree the Leica build is great, but the gear collector in me appreciates how the Zeiss would fit right in with the 28/50/85 CY set I've already got.. Who knows, maybe I'll keep them both. :P
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