jaapv Posted January 26, 2007 Share #41 Â Posted January 26, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) There is of course a perfectly simple way of solving this dilemma: Buy a 75 Summilux and a 90 Summicron apo. That one has exactly the same character as the 75 Summicron, only even a bit more so..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 Hi jaapv, Take a look here 75 cron vs lux. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Eoin Posted January 26, 2007 Share #42  Posted January 26, 2007 You guys are of no help here deciding  I think that's because we want the Lux look in the cron package. You and I have the same decision to make, Noctilux or 75 Summicron, it's interesting to note you have the 50 Summilux Asph and your still searching. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffreyg Posted January 26, 2007 Share #43 Â Posted January 26, 2007 I think that's because we want the Lux look in the cron package. Â That's hitting the nail on the head: exactly! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carstenw Posted January 26, 2007 Share #44 Â Posted January 26, 2007 Jaap, I have considered that, but the trouble is that those are two of the largest lenses in the M lineup. A 75 Cron and 75 Lux is much more compact, and a 75 Cron and non-Asph 50 Lux even smaller... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted January 26, 2007 Share #45 Â Posted January 26, 2007 There is of course a perfectly simple way of solving this dilemma: Buy a 75 Summilux and a 90 Summicron apo. That one has exactly the same character as the 75 Summicron, only even a bit more so..... Â Jaap these were my thoughts also get the Lux 75mm and the 90 apo but now i just jumped size and weight from 75 cron and 90 elmarit which i do like the elmarit also. Well i need to e-bay my 28, 50 and 80 R glass and than go from there . But I do pick up speed on both lenses Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted January 26, 2007 Share #46 Â Posted January 26, 2007 I think that's because we want the Lux look in the cron package. You and I have the same decision to make, Noctilux or 75 Summicron, it's interesting to note you have the 50 Summilux Asph and your still searching. Â Â I like that 75mm focal length. I love my 80 lux on the DMR so if i sold the 80 i have to that look on one lens. The 50 lux is beautiful but it does not have that softy look per say. Â Something to think about , no real hurry either pretty darn happy with what i have now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP3 Posted January 27, 2007 Share #47  Posted January 27, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) This is one of the my most anticipated thread.recently. Especially lookinf forward to the Lux pictures from you folks.  I post one here, my father reading his newspaper just the other morning, M8 - 75 Cron Wide Open.  Cheers Matthew 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/14442-75-cron-vs-lux/?do=findComment&comment=154041'>More sharing options...
Arne Helme Posted January 27, 2007 Share #48  Posted January 27, 2007  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! http://www.leica-camera-user.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23272&stc=1&d=1169900024' alt='attachment.php?attachmentid=23272&stc=1&d=1169900024'>  -- Arne PS! This is my first posting to this forum. How do I get the pictures inline in the posting? Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! http://www.leica-camera-user.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23272&stc=1&d=1169900024' alt='attachment.php?attachmentid=23272&stc=1&d=1169900024'>  -- Arne PS! This is my first posting to this forum. How do I get the pictures inline in the posting? ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/14442-75-cron-vs-lux/?do=findComment&comment=154145'>More sharing options...
kidigital Posted January 27, 2007 Share #49  Posted January 27, 2007 Wanted to add a 75lux/M8 shot to the mix.  Kurt 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/14442-75-cron-vs-lux/?do=findComment&comment=154171'>More sharing options...
kidigital Posted January 27, 2007 Share #50  Posted January 27, 2007 One more. 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/14442-75-cron-vs-lux/?do=findComment&comment=154176'>More sharing options...
j. borger Posted January 27, 2007 Share #51 Â Posted January 27, 2007 Kurt that last one is fabulous ....!! I love my lux but considered a trade for the cron strictly for size and weight ... even went to the shop today .... but i resisted ... the size/ weight difference was not as signifcant as i expected ... so the lux is here to stay, prefer the pictures from it anyhow! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP3 Posted January 27, 2007 Share #52  Posted January 27, 2007 Dear Arne  Your capture is the classic 75 lux portrait, sharpness and creamy bokeh in great harmony at lower contrast than the Cron, reminding us the lux is just a magical design a quarter century ago. I agree its still the pinnacle portrait lens.  Cheers Matthew Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom0511 Posted January 28, 2007 Share #53  Posted January 28, 2007 75lux:   and for "comparison": 90 Elmarit  and Tri-Elmar @50mm: (cropped)  I really like the 75lux and the 75 fov. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerndReini Posted January 29, 2007 Share #54 Â Posted January 29, 2007 I own a 75 lux. I would say it is cosmetically a little used. The filter threads are a little banged up and since I don't have a 60mm filter I dont know if it will easily screw on or not. However, the glass is pristine, no marks or scratches. Â I would like to trade this lens for a 75cron aspherical, and because of the poor cosmetic condition of my 75 lux, I am willing to pay up to $500 in addition for a mint and possibly coded 75 cron. Â If anybody is interested in this trade, please contact me soon since i will be posting the lens on ebay soon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carstenw Posted January 29, 2007 Share #55  Posted January 29, 2007 Bernd, you are unlikely to find anyone to take such a deal. Although the 75 Lux costs over €3000 new, one can find it in great condition, sometimes even almost perfect, for around €1300, whereas the Cron costs over €2000, and is almost impossible to find second-hand. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknorton Posted January 29, 2007 Share #56 Â Posted January 29, 2007 Carsten, why do you think it is that the 75mm Summlux seems to nosedive in value? I had been considering one for the 30% off, but I'm having trouble actually doing it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted January 29, 2007 Share #57 Â Posted January 29, 2007 I think there are quite a number on 75 Summiluxes on the market, as it is a bit of a specialist lens. The Summicron is "easier" to use, so they don't get dumped so often. Supply and demand. Just my 2cents... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom0511 Posted January 29, 2007 Share #58 Â Posted January 29, 2007 Carsten, why do you think it is that the 75mm Summlux seems to nosedive in value? I had been considering one for the 30% off, but I'm having trouble actually doing it. why dont you get yourself a used one? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carstenw Posted January 29, 2007 Share #59 Â Posted January 29, 2007 The 75 Lux has been around forever. I am planning to buy a 75 Cron new, and a 75 Lux second-hand, later. Even my dealer, Leica Berlin, recommended buying a nearly-new copy at around 1300 Euro, saying that it shouldn't be hard to find one. He is looking for me, and I will likely buy from him, since I can check it out first, and will almost certainly get the original packaging as well. I see others on eBay and in German photo magazine ads and for-sale listings and in other German photo stores with online presences. The 75 Lux is the last lens I would buy new, simply because it is so easy to get a much better price. If I owned one and had paid much more than 1300 Euro, I would probably not sell it, because that just isn't that much money compared to the quality of the lens. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mby Posted January 29, 2007 Share #60  Posted January 29, 2007 Hi,  I bought a used one in mint condition from *Bay some weeks ago @ €1290, and indeed, they do appear there reasonably often; if you're not in a hurry, you should be able to grab a very nice one at that price...  Best regards, Michael Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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