p.20 #1 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
Like the 1st & 3rd shot Derek.
I find Cron 90s WO rendering very pleasing; unlike f/2 of Cron-R 35&50 (the M versions shouldn't differ) the 90 is fairly 'silky'
What would be your next Leica or Mandler purchase, if any?
I sold my Leica Cron-r 35 and almost replaced it with M version but decided to hold on this overpriced (v. IV) piece, at least till the new CV 35/1.7 arrives.
p.20 #2 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
JaKo wrote:
Like the 1st & 3rd shot Derek.
I find Cron 90s WO rendering very pleasing; unlike f/2 of Cron-R 35&50 (the M versions shouldn't differ) the 90 is fairly 'silky'
What would be your next Leica or Mandler purchase, if any?
i'm looking to trim down my lens collection more than anything these days, but the 75 lux and f/1 noctilux have always captivated me. they're definitely out of my budget for a while though...
p.20 #4 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
Gorgeous, isn't it, John? The great thing about the e46 version is you can unscrew the lens block, put it on an m39 adapter, and use it on bellows for macro with a little perspective control.
p.20 #5 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
Actually, I believe the TE135 E46 version has a fixed optical cell. The E39 has Visoflex compatibility, and I have used it on my Canon 1Ds for several years.
p.20 #10 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
sebboh wrote:
i'm looking to trim down my lens collection more than anything these days, but the 75 lux and f/1 noctilux have always captivated me. they're definitely out of my budget for a while though...
Similarly, just sold few of my L and Z lenses and the 'inventory' still shows at least 10. Waaay too many to avoid distractions.
Lux-M 75 would be my last change, but Lux-R 80 still serves as digital and film lens (like your posts on a film thread, BTW! ) Too bad that the R to E adapter adds visible bulk to already large Lux 80.
Complains aside, it's a really unique lens. I seldom use it stopped down at infinity where it's also really good, but wide open it truly shines.
p.20 #11 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
If you're patient on Ebay you can find the R80 for affordable prices, much cheaper than M50 f/1 or M75. I got mine for $1300 or so and then found a copy with a small front element blemish for $800 or so.
IMO R80 is also ergonomically superior to the M75, which is too narrow and cramped. The 80 is heavy on the A7R, but the M75 isn't light either (even the lightest version 3), and the 80 is more comfortable to hold.
And the R90 (which is really dirt cheap by Leica standards) is actually a great alternative to the R80. You get a very similar look for much less money and weight. I got mine for $450 or so.
JaKo wrote:
Similarly, just sold few of my L and Z lenses and the 'inventory' still shows at least 10. Waaay too many to avoid distractions.
Lux-M 75 would be my last change, but Lux-R 80 still serves as digital and film lens (like your posts on a film thread, BTW! ) Too bad that the R to E adapter adds visible bulk to already large Lux 80.
Complains aside, it's a really unique lens. I seldom use it stopped down at infinity where it's also really good, but wide open it truly shines.
the 80 lux does seem very attractive particularly given the price it used to sell at, but the going rate seems to be over $2000 these days and i really like the shorter focal length and smaller size of the 75.
p.20 #14 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
I believe (based on l-camera-forum.com) Lux 75 is actually longer than Lux 80, but 140g lighter. I had a hard time finding mint Lux-M 75 under $4k where my mint+ Lux 80 was in $2.2k range, at least two years ago.
Still, you're right, 80mm maybe too close to Cron-M 90, which is already great lens IMO.
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p.20 #15 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
JaKo wrote:
I believe (based on l-camera-forum.com) Lux 75 is actually longer than Lux 80, but 140g lighter.
In actual physical length the R 80 Lux is shorter than the M 75 Lux (69 vs. 80 mm), but if you adapt them both to a camera like the the Sony A7 series, the M 75 Lux with adapter would be shorter than the R 80 Lux with adapter (90 vs. 98 mm). The R 80 Lux is also fatter at 75mm vs. 69mm for the M 75 Lux.
p.20 #16 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
Thanks Derek - aperture on the Type 1 35 was probably f4 or perhaps f2.8. I recall taking many shots at f4 in that cork plantation forest. Great work with the bird shots wide open, especially the crow (raven?).
Hi there, I have been interested in this Summicron-M for my A7R. Are the corners okay?
I have a Summilux-R 35 which I love but it's a bit too heavy. I've read that the Mandler pre-aspe Summicron-M 35 is the closest to it in terms of rendering.
p.20 #18 · Through Walter Mandler Glass (on FF Only)
I will check out performance in due course. I am a self-confessed novice when it comes to lens evaluation. My distraction will be arrival of a new camera this morning and a photobook deadline looming on 6 Jun, but I'll see what I can do in the next week or so.
