The lens is actually pretty sharp by f/4 and very good at f/8 too. Underrated. But you are right, huge FC WO.
Here again wide open with the CV 35/1.4 DSC02326 by unoh7, A7.mod
Look at the top of the front tire and the radiator. Not bad for a tiny 400USD 35mm lens at 1.4
Shooting at F/1.4 with MF is not for the faint of heart, or those who expect consistent results. That\'s why the first Leicas had a 50/3.5. Faster than that and people would miss the focus and blame the camera