virgilstarkwell Posted July 5, 2011 Share #1 Posted July 5, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) Thinking about getting this lens. Why do I need asph? What will I miss if I opt to save the $ and get the pre-asph version? Thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted July 5, 2011 Posted July 5, 2011 Hi virgilstarkwell, Take a look here 28mm 2.8 asph?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
farnz Posted July 5, 2011 Share #2 Posted July 5, 2011 The asph version is contrastier with less fall-off in the corners than the pre-asph and - some say - sharper (I don't wish to be drawn into the endless sharpness/acutance/resolution etc debate;)). Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
virgilstarkwell Posted July 5, 2011 Author Share #3 Posted July 5, 2011 The asph version is contrastier with less fall-off in the corners than the pre-asph and - some say - sharper (I don't wish to be drawn into the endless sharpness/acutance/resolution etc debate;)). Pete. Are we talking dramatic or pedantic differences? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted July 5, 2011 Share #4 Posted July 5, 2011 Are we talking dramatic or pedantic differences? Visible differences. Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
awesom3 Posted July 5, 2011 Share #5 Posted July 5, 2011 i have the asph version and its a great lens, its small size is very nice too! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xmas Posted July 5, 2011 Share #6 Posted July 5, 2011 Hi pre asph E46 filter asph E39 filter. Asph is so small it is difficult to mount on M Asph lighter and more compact... Noel Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stunsworth Posted July 5, 2011 Share #7 Posted July 5, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) Are we talking dramatic or pedantic differences? It may be higher contrast - I don't own the earlier lens, so I've never compared the two - but I've never had a problem with high contrast in practice. Not sure what Noel is saying about it being difficult to mount, I've owned the lens for 4 years or so and never had a problem. It's about the same size as a 35mm Summicron. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted July 5, 2011 Share #8 Posted July 5, 2011 Thinking about getting this lens. Why do I need asph? What will I miss if I opt to save the $ and get the pre-asph version? Thanks. If you are not very critical, you may not be able to tell the difference at normal working apertures. I do not find it too small or difficult to mount on an M-body. The results are superb. You can always soften your image in post-processing; it is impossible to restore the missing excellence with an older lens. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpattison Posted July 5, 2011 Share #9 Posted July 5, 2011 I've noticed that the most recent pre-ASPH sell for not much less than a second hand ASPH, so I'd look out for a good s/h ASPH. There are several types of 28 2.8s. see ... Leica 28mm M Mount Lens Price and Information Guide John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UliWer Posted July 5, 2011 Share #10 Posted July 5, 2011 At it's time the price for the pre-asph. 28mm Elmarit was higher than the price for the new asph. Elmarit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarrito Posted July 5, 2011 Share #11 Posted July 5, 2011 Thinking about getting this lens. Why do I need asph? What will I miss if I opt to save the $ and get the pre-asph version? Thanks. I have owned the version IV in the past but now have the asph version. It is a much improved lens, significantly smaller which imo makes a huge difference. You won't regret it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delfi_r Posted July 5, 2011 Share #12 Posted July 5, 2011 Get any lens and test, but the Elmarit 28mm ASPH it's superb! It's my favourite lens for all purposes in the M8, and the results are great. It's compact, light and 39 mm filters, standard for Leica. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacarape Posted July 5, 2011 Share #13 Posted July 5, 2011 I've only had the current 28/2.8 ASPH, it never flared, not once. I sold it to raise some cash, I should have kept it and sold a 35 ASPH Lux instead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl E Posted July 6, 2011 Share #14 Posted July 6, 2011 I have owned the version IV in the past but now have the asph version. It is a much improved lens, significantly smaller which imo makes a huge difference. You won't regret it! Same here. I also prefer the ASPH over the IV version, which I sold to fund my current lens. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecar Posted July 6, 2011 Share #15 Posted July 6, 2011 +1 for the ASPH. Bitingly sharp and high contrast. One of my favourites on the M8. Less so on the M9. I have a hard time adjusting to the 28mm FOV. Worth considering if you have an M8 and plan to move to full frame. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xmas Posted July 6, 2011 Share #16 Posted July 6, 2011 Not sure what Noel is saying about it being difficult to mount, I've owned the lens for 4 years or so and never had a problem. It's about the same size as a 35mm Summicron. Hi Steve Mine is really tight on some bodies, and the mounting ring is so small, and you dare not use the infinity stop and focus ring. I dont use it on some bodies, dealer offered to send it back for new mount ring. It is easily mistaken for 35mm cron. Noel Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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