M8 - which 28mm lense?

[artdicted]

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well, I did it and bought again a M8. I used to have one 2 years ago and sold it for the Fuji experience but always missed the certain "soul " of the Leica feeling. I got a very very good deal so it wasn't a huge decision

 

But anyway, I had the M8 with an 28 mm Elmarit & a 35 mm Voigtlander Color Skopar. The ELmarit was amazing. I loved this combo. I wished sometimes it was a bit faster - like 2.0...

 

Now I am looking for a 28 mm for the M8 and can't decide if I should take the Voigtlander Ultron 2.0 or buy again the Elmarit. I was also looking for the 35 mm Summicron but these seems a bit to close for my style of photography.

 

Does anyone have any experience with the Ultron & Elmarit? What about the Sharpness of the lense and the color rendering?

[wda]

I cannot help you directly, but just to say, why not trust your own judgement and go with the Elmarit lens which is outstandingly good. Only if you work mostly in very poor light do you need faster. Up the ISO to 320 or 640 without any real penalty as far as speed goes. I still use that combination, mainly for backup, and still enjoy the experience.

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[jip]

I've used to use the M8 with the 28mm Ultron, it was a great lens! And still is, I've never used it on the M9 though... also I loved to used the Summicron 35mm V3 (I think the version before the king of bokeh)

 

Here are some sample shots:

 

First two are Ultron 28mm f2

3rd and 4th picture are Summicron 35mm V3

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[stonearabiapix]

The Ultron is poor at wide apertures. Sharp center with very soft corners.

I have since replaced it with the Summicron, and this lens is sharp everywhere.

[Loren]

well, I did it and bought again a M8. I used to have one 2 years ago and sold it for the Fuji experience but always missed the certain "soul " of the Leica feeling. I got a very very good deal so it wasn't a huge decision

 

But anyway, I had the M8 with an 28 mm Elmarit & a 35 mm Voigtlander Color Skopar. The ELmarit was amazing. I loved this combo. I wished sometimes it was a bit faster - like 2.0...

 

Now I am looking for a 28 mm for the M8 and can't decide if I should take the Voigtlander Ultron 2.0 or buy again the Elmarit. I was also looking for the 35 mm Summicron but these seems a bit to close for my style of photography.

 

Does anyone have any experience with the Ultron & Elmarit? What about the Sharpness of the lense and the color rendering?

 

Do you have an option to rent?

 

That is what I did in the USA.

 

I ended up buying a used Zeiss 28mm f/2.8, but my choice was more dictated by budget.

 

If you can afford the Elmarit and really like liked it, then maybe that should be your solution.

[paperman]

I have the 28mm Elmarit-M ASPH. and I think it is terrific lens on the M8.....

.....but sometimes I need a fast lens, so I will add a 40mm to get a different FOV, I'm undecided between a Summarit-C or a CV Nokton.

[Jeff S]

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I wished sometimes it was a bit faster - like 2.0...

 

...Now I am looking for a 28 mm...

 

 

Uh, those two sentences would translate to the Summicron-M 28mm ASPH.

 

FWIW, my favorite lens on the M8.2.

 

Jeff

[lct]

Yes Summicron 28/2 of course or the excellent Elmarit 28/2.8 asph which is a bit more contrasty. Just tried the CV 28/2 once but it had too much focus shift for me.

[artdicted]

Thank u guys for your feedback . It helped me...

 

I just ordered the Ultron and give it a try - I can give it back - so there is no risk for me. The Elmarit is fantastic - but I also love to shoot in low light - so I am not sure if the Elmarit would be the perfect match for it.

 

My dream lens for the M8 is the 28mm Summicron, I tested it a while ago and loved it from the first second. At the moment I don't have the budget for that lense so I hope the Ultron will work fine!

[jip]

Thank u guys for your feedback . It helped me... At the moment I don't have the budget for that lense so I hope the Ultron will work fine!

 

I liked the ultron on the M8 allot, but maybe I had a good copy, since I hear allot of people complaining about it

[earleygallery]

I'd look for a lens rather than a lense, why carry around an extra e if you don't need to?

[lct]

I'd look for a lens rather than a lense, why carry around an extra e if you don't need to?

Makes allot of sens!

[bideford]

Bit late to the party but I really liked the ZM Biogon 28mm f/2.8 on my M8.

 

Very reasonable used prices from reputable dealers (although I confess I got mine on the Bay).

 

James

[earleygallery]

Makes allot of sens!

 

Indeede it doese!

[Loren]

Thank u guys for your feedback . It helped me...

 

I just ordered the Ultron and give it a try - I can give it back - so there is no risk for me. The Elmarit is fantastic - but I also love to shoot in low light - so I am not sure if the Elmarit would be the perfect match for it.

 

My dream lens for the M8 is the 28mm Summicron, I tested it a while ago and loved it from the first second. At the moment I don't have the budget for that lense so I hope the Ultron will work fine!

 

Awesome! I look forward to seeing some pictures and your impressions!

[plewislambert]

I have the 28mm Elmarit-M ASPH. and I think it is terrific lens on the M8.....

.....but sometimes I need a fast lens, so I will add a 40mm to get a different FOV, I'm undecided between a Summarit-C or a CV Nokton.

 

Have you tried the 40mm Summicron? It works well on my M9 so ought to suit an M8 as a portrait lens say or somewhat long standard lens.

I did have the Voigtlander when the 40mm was being serviced and I did not like the results as much so sold it when the Summicron came back.

 

Philip

[jevidon]

I bought a used Canadian built Series III 28mm Elmarit with Leica CLA and lens coding for about the same price that one would pay for a 28mm CV lens. You may not be so lucky, but take your time and check around. It's a worthwhile alternative.

[Everywhen]

I'll second the Canadian Elmarit 28mm Series III.

[k_g_wolf ✝]

Spot on finding, an incredible lens even these days - which can still be recommended.

I had it for 20 years before I traded up to a SUMMICRON recently.

 

BTW, welcome to the forum, Everywhen ...

 

Best

GEORG

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[620max]

Hi everyone, I never try a Ultron 28mm, but seems many M8 user like it, is it a good Lens, how great is it?

 

I search the picture taken from Ultron 28mm on Flickr. mostly I think they are under exposure, they appear as gray or dark tone... what is the advantage of the Ultron 28mm? any body can explain?

 

Thanks