Jared Posted June 4, 2011 Share #1 Posted June 4, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) I bought a used 75mm Summarit the other day at my local ship. I already own a 90 'cron--a focal length I generally prefer over 75mm--but I have been unable to consistently achieve critical focus at f/2.8 or wider with it, so I thought I would give the 75mm a try just to see if it is a more practical lens for me for most everyday. The relatively low price and the compactness appealed to me. First impressions are very nice. No, the build quality isn't up to the level of the more expensive Leica lens lines, but I do like the way it draws, and it is certainly sharp enough even wide open. Here is a quick grab of my son this morning: f/2.5, ISO 1250, 1/60s handheld on an M9. Distance was around 1.2m. Don't let the low (by Leica standards) prices on the Summarits fool you. If you don't need the extra speed, then this lens is very nice. Much easier to focus accurately than my 90mm, light weight, and not much bigger than a 50mm 'lux. I can't speak for the other lenses in the Summarit line--only tried out the 75. - Jared Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/153412-75mm-summarit-first-light/?do=findComment&comment=1692050'>More sharing options...
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wda Posted June 4, 2011 Share #2 Posted June 4, 2011 Jared, I bought this lens when I bought my M8 and share your opinions on price and performance. When I added an M9 I thought the 75 would be redundant, generally preferring my 90 Elmarit. But I find for certain 'trips', the 75 is a good partner to the 35 or 28, giving a flexible two-lens combination. So I am definitely keeping the 75. I enjoy its relative compactness, weight and lovely performance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kokoshawnuff Posted June 4, 2011 Share #3 Posted June 4, 2011 I agree with what you say about the Summarits, I have the 35 and the 90 and they are just as good optically as any Leica lens. Enjoy your new lens Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
01af Posted June 5, 2011 Share #4 Posted June 5, 2011 The Summarits are all top performers whilst not quite having the silky smooth mechanics of the more expensive Leica lenses. Well ... as a matter of fact, the Summarit-M 75 mm focuses significantly smoother than the Apo-Summicron-M 75 mm Asph. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hydeca Posted June 6, 2011 Share #5 Posted June 6, 2011 ..whilst not quite having the silky smooth mechanics of the more expensive Leica lenses I don't agree.. I find the mechanicals of the Summarit just as good as more expensive Leica glass.. slower yes but very smooth focusing, aperture adjustment is fine, and image quality on the same level as the 'cron / 'lux. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hofo100 Posted June 20, 2011 Share #6 Posted June 20, 2011 Well, thank you folks. This thread and similar comments made me get the 75 Summarit during a short trip to Berlin last weekend. And first results (see pics 2, 4 & 5 here) have confirmed your positive views about it. Regards, Holger Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xmas Posted June 20, 2011 Share #7 Posted June 20, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi Jared Forget about lens nice photo. Try using the cron at f/4 in better light. Noel Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry_R Posted June 21, 2011 Share #8 Posted June 21, 2011 I just was offered 75 Summarit with very good price. I do have 50 Lux Asph and 90 Summarit. I never felt need for 75 in between, but maybe I should try? What are your experiences? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwbell Posted June 21, 2011 Share #9 Posted June 21, 2011 Where is the Summarit in size and weight when compared to the cron? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
akiralx Posted June 22, 2011 Share #10 Posted June 22, 2011 Where is the Summarit in size and weight when compared to the cron? Clearly lighter, slightly smaller (though the hood adds about an inch of length) and much nicer to focus (silkier action than my Summicron). I sold the latter after using the Summarit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colonel Posted June 22, 2011 Share #11 Posted June 22, 2011 agree. The 50mm summarit is terrific and super-sharp and contrasty. The way I look at it is that there is no point to the cron if you buy new. Either get the summarit or the summilux. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gDallasK Posted June 26, 2011 Share #12 Posted June 26, 2011 I have been lucky enough to own quite a lot of Leica, Zeiss and CV lenses for my M8 and M9. Although the 75 Summarit has become one of my "keeper" lenses it is also the only one which has ever failed. The aperture ring recently stopped working necessitating a trip back to Solms to get it mended when it was only 30 months old. So it may be that there is a trade-off in durability against the lower price. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecar Posted June 26, 2011 Share #13 Posted June 26, 2011 Although the 75 Summarit has become one of my "keeper" lenses it is also the only one which has ever failed. The aperture ring recently stopped working necessitating a trip back to Solms to get it mended when it was only 30 months old. Same here. Kept it but needed to go to Solms for a loose aperture ring after about a year (under warranty). Seems to be a common issue. Has been fine since then. Great lens. To my eyes, I couldn't see any IQ difference that would have justified buying the Summicron. The Lux 75 is an entirely different story. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom0511 Posted June 27, 2011 Share #14 Posted June 27, 2011 I have been lucky enough to own quite a lot of Leica, Zeiss and CV lenses for my M8 and M9. Although the 75 Summarit has become one of my "keeper" lenses it is also the only one which has ever failed. The aperture ring recently stopped working necessitating a trip back to Solms to get it mended when it was only 30 months old. So it may be that there is a trade-off in durability against the lower price. In my case the other way around- my 35 and 75 Summarits are the ones out of 11 which havent gone for focus calibration. The 35luxasph as well as the 50 had to go, and some other lenses as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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