Now that the Elmar 50/2.8 is discontinued..
With the discontinuation of the current 50mm Elmar Leica is without a collapsible lens for the first time in a while I believe. I recently picked up a VC Heliar 50/3.5 which is absurdly sharp and it got me to thinking a bit.
With high ISO shooting getting more prominent with digital, at least for me, I would love to see Leica produce one of my favorite lenses in M-Mount, the 50/3.5 Anistigmat found on the O-Series. Similar to the Elmar but with a much different personality I think this lens would be really nice addition to the lineup, even if as a special run. It is beautifully made and finished in the O and I would encourage that a similar finish be used if moved to the M.
Just an idea. I know the thought of a slow collapsible 50 won't thrill some people but having used the lens I really think it would be a great addition for many shooters.
Kent
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