I've been really interested in these peace lens but doesn't appear to be offered anywhere in the US and when I search for them the only thing I get is the occasional ebay listing.
I was able to pick up a limited olive edition of the 35mm 1.4 through Kepa communicating with him via IG, though it was pricey for a replica lens (~double price for one of the 100 limited editions). I only shot with it for one day but seems like a good alternative to the steel rim. I was at a car meet that day so the imperfections caused a few issues with reflections etc but is a really cool character lens. Planning on spending more time with it. Attached is a shot with some of the most intense flare and aberrations I experienced.
I'd like to pick up more 50's but not sure if this particular 50 is speaking to me. Will have to keep an eye out for more samples before making a decision.
Maybe this 50 Lux v2 replica will actually be a near replica of the original, as was hoped about Leica's 50 Lux non-ASPH 'reinvention,' that turned out to be something closer to the Lux ASPH...
So what are these selling for, if one can even find one?
rscheffler wrote:
Maybe this 50 Lux v2 replica will actually be a near replica of the original, as was hoped about Leica's 50 Lux non-ASPH 'reinvention,' that turned out to be something closer to the Lux ASPH...
So what are these selling for, if one can even find one?
I don't know about the 50mm but the 35mm 1.4 was ~900-1800 shipped depending on color. One did sell last year on the forum for $500 but the seller stated they had paid $750 pre-tariffs.
I happened across one with a not to crazy markup advertised as new. I assume someone with connections in china or that just went on a trip but it should be here today. Looking forward to putting it to the test.
I have the silver brass version of Peace lens 35mm steel rim and 50mm E43v2. I like their build quality, i would say it is on par with leica, that i am very eager to take out for shooting without worrying breaking the lens. The renderings are quite pleasing and reminiscent of the originals.
Man I wish they had a distribution system for the US. Ebay or other, as long as the price doesn't get too crazy. Would like to try that 50mm e43 out ....
I've posted quite a few photos to my insta in the last few months using this lens. It's subtly expressive, but overall very well built. Body from version 1, optics from version 2, 0.7m MFD from version 3, plus their own choice of coating. Not the smallest, sharpest, or most expressive 1.4/50, but a nice mix of everything.
I’ve got a silver aluminium copy and using it along with the ASPH original. It feels super light, about 200-220g and very nice to use. Handling-wise no complaining. The Leica 50mm ASPH is heavier and feels more substantial. If I were after the 100% authentic experience, I’d went for a brass version. The image quality is great, unless you expect a modern Leica lens. Indeed a good mix of everything. Here are some pictures:
