Here is an excerpt:
"I've carefully compared the performance with my 35 FLE, and it does seem that the new lens has a slightly more relaxed and gentle bokeh."
Same optical formula but gentler bokeh?? It would be great to see a side by side comparison showing this.
From the official released specs, it's not 1mm shorter and 1mm wider. It's actually the same length and 2mm wider according to Leica. (not that it makes much of a difference)
Leica may have updated the coatings, which could affect contrast and therefore bokeh to a small extent (perhaps a coating change to slightly reduce contrast for a more gentle rendering). Leica never states when they improve or change coatings as far as I know.
Sep 15, 2022 at 12:49 PM
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