Leica R Series Lenses
p.133 #1Leica R Series Lenses
Worldinlens wrote:
http://test.www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-wiki.en/index.php/35mm_f/2_Summicron-R_II
E55 in Germany as I know (does not matter Leitz or Leica)
Leica M will be work with R lenses without rom. There's an adapter without any contact:
Thanks for your info. Your links shows that 11115 and 11339 are the same lens.
Sorry, I meant M10 with the official adapter.
I will need time to buy into the Leica M lenses. So using the more affordable Leica R as the interim is what I am thinking. Anyway, I have always liked the Cron 35. Sold it off on impulse once. And looking to acquire it back.
http://test.www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-wiki.en/index.php/35mm_f/2_Summicron-R_II
E55 in Germany as I know (does not matter Leitz or Leica)
Leica M will be work with R lenses without rom. There's an adapter without any contact:
Thanks for your info. Your links shows that 11115 and 11339 are the same lens.
Sorry, I meant M10 with the official adapter.
I will need time to buy into the Leica M lenses. So using the more affordable Leica R as the interim is what I am thinking. Anyway, I have always liked the Cron 35. Sold it off on impulse once. And looking to acquire it back.
Dec 29, 2012 at 09:30 AM
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p.133 #2Leica R Series Lenses
ManWearPants wrote:
E55 in Germany as I know (does not matter Leitz or Leica)
Leica M will be work with R lenses without rom. There's an adapter without any contact:Thanks for your info. Your links shows that 11115 and 11339 are the same lens.
Sorry, I meant M10 with the official adapter.
I will need time to buy into the Leica M lenses. So using the more affordable Leica R as the interim is what I am thinking. Anyway, I have always liked the Cron 35. Sold it off on impulse once. And looking to acquire it back.
Yes, same E55. One non-ROM, another ROM. Both produced in Germany
On the photo new Leica-M on the Photokina-2012
Worldinlens wrote
http://test.www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-wiki.en/index.php/35mm_f/2_Summicron-R_IIE55 in Germany as I know (does not matter Leitz or Leica)
Leica M will be work with R lenses without rom. There's an adapter without any contact:
Sorry, I meant M10 with the official adapter.
I will need time to buy into the Leica M lenses. So using the more affordable Leica R as the interim is what I am thinking. Anyway, I have always liked the Cron 35. Sold it off on impulse once. And looking to acquire it back.
Yes, same E55. One non-ROM, another ROM. Both produced in Germany
On the photo new Leica-M on the Photokina-2012
Dec 29, 2012 at 09:49 AM
p.133 #3Leica R Series Lenses
Few test shots with a newly acquired Elmarit-R 28 E55 (1996 version)
Between curiosity, Worldinlens evil tempting and quickly raising prices of some (in decent condition) Leica-R glass I decided to obtain this lens for mostly mid-distant urban/landscaping shots. It was a toss between Zeiss and Elmarit-R, but despite inconvenience of adopting Leica-R lenses I hope the final choice was good. Perhaps owners of Zeiss 28/2 and Elmarit-R E55 (last and ROM versions) could share their opinions or point to relevant links.
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Between curiosity, Worldinlens evil tempting and quickly raising prices of some (in decent condition) Leica-R glass I decided to obtain this lens for mostly mid-distant urban/landscaping shots. It was a toss between Zeiss and Elmarit-R, but despite inconvenience of adopting Leica-R lenses I hope the final choice was good. Perhaps owners of Zeiss 28/2 and Elmarit-R E55 (last and ROM versions) could share their opinions or point to relevant links.
Lower left corner
Center
lower right corner
Dec 29, 2012 at 05:58 PM
p.133 #5Leica R Series Lenses
ManWearPants wrote:
I have the impression that all lenses with "Leitz Wetzlar" on the front bezel are made in Canada.
Lenses made in Canada are usually marked "Leitz Canada". Many of these are superb lenses.
I have the impression that all lenses with "Leitz Wetzlar" on the front bezel are made in Canada.
Lenses made in Canada are usually marked "Leitz Canada". Many of these are superb lenses.
Dec 29, 2012 at 06:21 PM
p.133 #6Leica R Series Lenses
Warm and fuzzy; Leica-R glass may have less pop than Zeiss, but it's a joy to use for B/W shots especially on film.
This one, digital, was worth the sin of shooting over my wife's shoulder.
This one, digital, was worth the sin of shooting over my wife's shoulder.
Dec 29, 2012 at 06:54 PM
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p.133 #7Leica R Series Lenses
JaKo wrote:
Few test shots with a newly acquired Elmarit-R 28 E55 (1996 version)
Between curiosity, Worldinlens evil tempting and quickly raising prices of some (in decent condition) Leica-R glass I decided to obtain this lens for mostly mid-distant urban/landscaping shots. It was a toss between Zeiss and Elmarit-R, but despite inconvenience of adopting Leica-R lenses I hope the final choice was good. Perhaps owners of Zeiss 28/2 and Elmarit-R E55 (last and ROM versions) could share their opinions or point to relevant links.
I'm not sure upset you with this or not?
http://www.olegnovikov.com/technical/nikkor_zeiss_leica_28mm/nikkor_zeiss_leica_28mm.shtml
Few test shots with a newly acquired Elmarit-R 28 E55 (1996 version)
Between curiosity, Worldinlens evil tempting and quickly raising prices of some (in decent condition) Leica-R glass I decided to obtain this lens for mostly mid-distant urban/landscaping shots. It was a toss between Zeiss and Elmarit-R, but despite inconvenience of adopting Leica-R lenses I hope the final choice was good. Perhaps owners of Zeiss 28/2 and Elmarit-R E55 (last and ROM versions) could share their opinions or point to relevant links.
I'm not sure upset you with this or not?
http://www.olegnovikov.com/technical/nikkor_zeiss_leica_28mm/nikkor_zeiss_leica_28mm.shtml
Dec 29, 2012 at 06:58 PM
p.133 #8Leica R Series Lenses
Thanks,
Oleg's review,especially corners samples, helped to make the call.
Said that, I do not plan to part with Nikkor 28/2.8 AI-s, at least for extreme close up shots. Considering its price, it should be a 'must have' alt glass.
In any event, Elmarit-R 28 shots on your site made my choice much easier. Gracias!
Oleg's review,especially corners samples, helped to make the call.
Said that, I do not plan to part with Nikkor 28/2.8 AI-s, at least for extreme close up shots. Considering its price, it should be a 'must have' alt glass.
In any event, Elmarit-R 28 shots on your site made my choice much easier. Gracias!
Dec 29, 2012 at 07:09 PM
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p.133 #9Leica R Series Lenses
Yes, the N28/2.8Ai-S better choice than AF-D. My first 28 was Z28/2, after few month sold it and a year shoted on N28/2.8 Ai-S. Beautiful lens for that money, have a very close focus with nice non-ordinary bokeh. Great wide-open performance, and sharp corners on f/11. But I'm not sure for 100% that Nikon ai-s good for d800e as for d700. R28/2.8 excellent always.
Dec 29, 2012 at 07:26 PM
p.133 #10Leica R Series Lenses
crazeazn wrote:
^ why anyone would use R on M is beyond me.
I am seriously considering it. But, I have 16 R lenses including 3 zooms as well as my 3 macro lenses including the 100 Apo, and 5 telephoto lenses including both 280 Apo lenses.
Rich
^ why anyone would use R on M is beyond me.
I am seriously considering it. But, I have 16 R lenses including 3 zooms as well as my 3 macro lenses including the 100 Apo, and 5 telephoto lenses including both 280 Apo lenses.
Rich
Dec 29, 2012 at 09:01 PM
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p.133 #11Leica R Series Lenses
naturephoto1 wrote:
I am seriously considering it. But, I have 16 R lenses including 3 zooms as well as my 3 macro lenses including the 100 Apo, and 5 telephoto lenses including both 280 Apo lenses.
Rich
Rich,
Isnt it so ridiculously heavy though? Kills the balance of having an M body? I would just love to use M lenses on an M body
crazeazn wrote
^ why anyone would use R on M is beyond me.Rich
Rich,
Isnt it so ridiculously heavy though? Kills the balance of having an M body? I would just love to use M lenses on an M body
Dec 29, 2012 at 09:42 PM
p.133 #12Leica R Series Lenses
crazeazn wrote:
I am seriously considering it. But, I have 16 R lenses including 3 zooms as well as my 3 macro lenses including the 100 Apo, and 5 telephoto lenses including both 280 Apo lenses.
RichRich,
Isnt it so ridiculously heavy though? Kills the balance of having an M body? I would just love to use M lenses on an M body
Why? The new M just like any other mirroless camera that can be used with any lens. I don't really see point put 15-50mm lens on it, but for zoom and tele and APO, that is awesome body.
I might even put my 35/50 corn/lux R on it just for different rendering. The picture of M with adapter looks a very balanced camera for most normal range lens. It will be fun and that is what hobby for
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crazeazn wrote
^ why anyone would use R on M is beyond me.Rich
Isnt it so ridiculously heavy though? Kills the balance of having an M body? I would just love to use M lenses on an M body
Why? The new M just like any other mirroless camera that can be used with any lens. I don't really see point put 15-50mm lens on it, but for zoom and tele and APO, that is awesome body.
I might even put my 35/50 corn/lux R on it just for different rendering. The picture of M with adapter looks a very balanced camera for most normal range lens. It will be fun and that is what hobby for
Dec 29, 2012 at 09:48 PM
p.133 #13Leica R Series Lenses
crazeazn wrote:
I am seriously considering it. But, I have 16 R lenses including 3 zooms as well as my 3 macro lenses including the 100 Apo, and 5 telephoto lenses including both 280 Apo lenses.
RichRich,
Isnt it so ridiculously heavy though? Kills the balance of having an M body? I would just love to use M lenses on an M body
I handled the M with the Multifunction Grip at Photo Plus with the R to M adapter with my f3.4 180mm Apo and my f2.8 100mm Macro Apo Elmarit lenses. Everything balanced quite well. Sure it might be nice to have some of the wide angle M lenses, but I may purchase 1 or 2 of those or a Zeiss WA lens later.
Rich
naturephoto1 wrote
crazeazn wrote
^ why anyone would use R on M is beyond me.Rich
Isnt it so ridiculously heavy though? Kills the balance of having an M body? I would just love to use M lenses on an M body
I handled the M with the Multifunction Grip at Photo Plus with the R to M adapter with my f3.4 180mm Apo and my f2.8 100mm Macro Apo Elmarit lenses. Everything balanced quite well. Sure it might be nice to have some of the wide angle M lenses, but I may purchase 1 or 2 of those or a Zeiss WA lens later.
Rich
Dec 29, 2012 at 10:20 PM
p.133 #14Leica R Series Lenses
crazeazn wrote:
Isnt it so ridiculously heavy though? Kills the balance of having an M body? I would just love to use M lenses on an M body
I like to think an M body is so light it doesn't kill the balance of the 280. The Telyt has an awesome tripod mount.
Isnt it so ridiculously heavy though? Kills the balance of having an M body? I would just love to use M lenses on an M body
I like to think an M body is so light it doesn't kill the balance of the 280.
The Telyt has an awesome tripod mount.Dec 29, 2012 at 11:03 PM
p.133 #15Leica R Series Lenses
Alex, Those 50lux E60 shots have wonderful rendering.
Jako, No wonder, that 28 reaching $2000+, it perform wonderfully on D800E. However, I like your last 50cron shot the best. I feel it is like from M9, not to say M9 better, but just less technical if that make sense
I recently bought a 35Lux R locally at decent price. I shave the lens myself, now it is clear my D700's mirror.
Today, I give it a spin. No surprise, I like it again for its color and DOF transition. But, again, I don't feel this leica can be a good landscape lens. I feel most old Leica lux and cron are really 'people' lens. They are full of character but also lack technical perfection. Understand what is your expectation to avoid disappoint
WO, it has haze, the SA is stronger than Zeiss 35mm, but resolution is there. Though I don't feel it is as good as its MTF suggested, whose WO's 40lp/m reach at almost 60% in center. (that is one of best performance if it is there.)
Here are a few shots with it.
All WO
After lunch, I spend a hour photo walk by myself around town to give it a test drive.
Here are few samples. I don't remember aperture anymore, either WO, at f2.8 or f5.6.
WO
f5.6?
Jako, No wonder, that 28 reaching $2000+, it perform wonderfully on D800E. However, I like your last 50cron shot the best. I feel it is like from M9, not to say M9 better, but just less technical if that make sense
I recently bought a 35Lux R locally at decent price. I shave the lens myself, now it is clear my D700's mirror.
Today, I give it a spin. No surprise, I like it again for its color and DOF transition. But, again, I don't feel this leica can be a good landscape lens. I feel most old Leica lux and cron are really 'people' lens. They are full of character but also lack technical perfection. Understand what is your expectation to avoid disappoint
WO, it has haze, the SA is stronger than Zeiss 35mm, but resolution is there. Though I don't feel it is as good as its MTF suggested, whose WO's 40lp/m reach at almost 60% in center. (that is one of best performance if it is there.)
Here are a few shots with it.
All WO
After lunch, I spend a hour photo walk by myself around town to give it a test drive.
Here are few samples. I don't remember aperture anymore, either WO, at f2.8 or f5.6.
WO
f5.6?
Dec 30, 2012 at 02:29 AM
p.133 #16Leica R Series Lenses
JaKo wrote:
Few test shots with a newly acquired Elmarit-R 28 E55 (1996 version)
Between curiosity, Worldinlens evil tempting and quickly raising prices of some (in decent condition) Leica-R glass I decided to obtain this lens for mostly mid-distant urban/landscaping shots. It was a toss between Zeiss and Elmarit-R, but despite inconvenience of adopting Leica-R lenses I hope the final choice was good. Perhaps owners of Zeiss 28/2 and Elmarit-R E55 (last and ROM versions) could share their opinions or point to relevant links.
I always liked the Elmarit 28/2.8 - E55. There is really no contest with the ZF2 28/2 or the Nikkor 28/1.4.
It balances very well on the D800/E but not so well on the D3s and D4.
These shots are with either the D800 or E as I don't have the original files at the moment.
Few test shots with a newly acquired Elmarit-R 28 E55 (1996 version)
Between curiosity, Worldinlens evil tempting and quickly raising prices of some (in decent condition) Leica-R glass I decided to obtain this lens for mostly mid-distant urban/landscaping shots. It was a toss between Zeiss and Elmarit-R, but despite inconvenience of adopting Leica-R lenses I hope the final choice was good. Perhaps owners of Zeiss 28/2 and Elmarit-R E55 (last and ROM versions) could share their opinions or point to relevant links.
I always liked the Elmarit 28/2.8 - E55. There is really no contest with the ZF2 28/2 or the Nikkor 28/1.4.
It balances very well on the D800/E but not so well on the D3s and D4.
These shots are with either the D800 or E as I don't have the original files at the moment.
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Dec 30, 2012 at 05:39 AM
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p.133 #17Leica R Series Lenses
zhangyue wrote:
Alex, Those 50lux E60 shots have wonderful rendering.
Jako, No wonder, that 28 reaching $2000+, it perform wonderfully on D800E. However, I like your last 50cron shot the best. I feel it is like from M9, not to say M9 better, but just less technical if that make sense
I recently bought a 35Lux R locally at decent price. I shave the lens myself, now it is clear my D700's mirror.
Today, I give it a spin. No surprise, I like it again for its color and DOF transition. But, again, I don't feel this leica can be a good landscape...Show more →
Zhangyue, nice shots on WO and and my sincere congratulations! A great Christmas "present" for yourself
Yes, for landscapes this lens is not very suitable. Resolution on the extreme corners even at f/11 is not very good, and shooting against the sun is fraught flares sometimes
Dec 30, 2012 at 06:04 AM
p.133 #18Leica R Series Lenses
It's a pretty boring shot, but I'm happy to report that my (leitaxed) Apo-Telyt-R 180/3.4 works via FT-1-adapter on the Nikon V1:
Apo-Telyt R 180/3.4 on Nikon V1 von georgsfoto auf Flickr
The power plant is really far off. The Apo-Telyt doesn't show any CA's on the V1, unlike many other long lenses.
Apo-Telyt R 180/3.4 on Nikon V1 von georgsfoto auf Flickr
The power plant is really far off. The Apo-Telyt doesn't show any CA's on the V1, unlike many other long lenses.
Dec 30, 2012 at 07:35 AM
p.133 #19Leica R Series Lenses
Might be cause it doesnt have any CA. 
Tho Im curious, how you managed to focus? As far as I know, Nikon 1 is very unfriendly to manual focusing..
Tho Im curious, how you managed to focus? As far as I know, Nikon 1 is very unfriendly to manual focusing..
Dec 30, 2012 at 09:45 AM
p.133 #20Leica R Series Lenses
Almass wrote:
I always liked the Elmarit 28/2.8 - E55. There is really no contest with the ZF2 28/2 or the Nikkor 28/1.4.
It balances very well on the D800/E but not so well on the D3s and D4.
The Zeiss 28mm have strong FC, which is could be nice feature as many many Leica R and M lens for 3D subject. It is depend what you do. F2 is a lot more important for me Low light and DOF control. Leica 28mm is a wonderful lens, but stop at f2.8.
Alex, not only extreme corner, it also has strong FC at infinity. I haven't played with LV that optimized at whole frame instead of center, but if you focus at center, you can see infocus wave (FC) in frame easily.
Here are few from the same day all by 35lux R:
I always liked the Elmarit 28/2.8 - E55. There is really no contest with the ZF2 28/2 or the Nikkor 28/1.4.
It balances very well on the D800/E but not so well on the D3s and D4.
The Zeiss 28mm have strong FC, which is could be nice feature as many many Leica R and M lens for 3D subject. It is depend what you do. F2 is a lot more important for me Low light and DOF control. Leica 28mm is a wonderful lens, but stop at f2.8.
Alex, not only extreme corner, it also has strong FC at infinity. I haven't played with LV that optimized at whole frame instead of center, but if you focus at center, you can see infocus wave (FC) in frame easily.
Here are few from the same day all by 35lux R:
Dec 30, 2012 at 01:07 PM