I have a a question... I just took delivery of a new 50mm F/1.4 ASPH. When I unpacked the lens, it looked new, the packaging seemed unopened etc... Examining the lens (Its Chrome BTW) the chrome showed a rub mark from the focussing ring, its as if someone turned the focussing ring and placed a side load on the front of the lens. Its a small mark that circles 1/3rd of the lens.
The lens elements seemed clean and new, but under examination with a very bright LED flashlight there is some small dust particles inside the lens.
My question, is this normal for Leica? Returning the lens will result in another long wait for a replacement (Months). Please bare in mind, that this is the most money that I have ever spent on a 50mm lens, so I am disappointed in its condition.
The lens seems to spot on with my M9 for focus, and the dust has no discernible impact upon photographs. What would you do?
Thank you, NomadicTy. The photo showing the flowers is very nice. The character of the SX 50/1.4 is evident.
Charles, this is another very nice set. My favourites are no. 1 and 3. I like the tones and the patterns very much in no. 1. Composition in no. 3 is very well done. You should start selling postcards of the area where you live. :-)
kkcsm, I can see that you love your daughter's volleyball practice. Nice mood.
On Thursday night it was very hazy and the lights were diffuse. The city felt different and there was kind of a mysterious mood in town which I tried to capture with the M9 and the Summilux 35.
Ty, nice photo. Very Lux!
kkcsm, good colors and an impressive shutter speed.
Charles, excellent set with the 24 Lux and the previous one isn't bad either
seekuh, a very impressive set.
charles.K wrote:
Ryan, thank you The 24 Lux is a very easy and fun lens to use, but is not cheap!!
"cheap", that's a word you don't see in here very often
Thank, Kelly! Pretty brave to be going into industrial areas at night.
Charles - great beach shots. Excellent composition. Love the richness of the colors! #'s 2 and 4 for me.
seekuh (Hilmar?) - thank you! Amazing night shots! Were those shot with a tripod?The last 2 are my faves. You make me restless in waiting for my 35 lux ASPH FLE!
Thanks, joakim! Beautiful foggy day shots. I like # 1 the best.
For you guys who shoot a lot by the water, and do not use filters, do you ever worry about mist/spray getting onto the front element? I hear people say one shouldn't really wipe down the lens, but it would really bug me to see little water spots if they were there. Do you guys wipe your lens when you get water spots?
Thank you all for your very kind comments. I appreciate them very much.
NomadicTy, yes, most of the shots were taken with a tripod. The 35 ASPH FLE is not my favourite lens although it is a stellar performer without doubt. Don't know why I don't like it as much as my 24 and 50 Lux. It's just my personal taste I guess, the lens' qualities are sublime.
Nice mood.
Much appreciated.
