Marac Posted February 9, 2012 Share #21 Posted February 9, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Have ordered 24mm Elmar - thank you for the good guide to decision of purchase Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk You won't be sorry, I just got this little peach and it is stunning on an M8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Hi Marac, Take a look here Leica 24mm 3.8 vs Zeiss 25mm 2.8. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Double Negative Posted February 9, 2012 Share #22 Posted February 9, 2012 I wrote a full review of the Biogon T* 2,8/25 ZM as well as an overview of the Zeiss ZM Lenses. In short, it's a really outstanding lens. I can't compare it to the Leica lens, but there's nothing I see improving on the Zeiss except for maybe build quality. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mauribix Posted February 9, 2012 Share #23 Posted February 9, 2012 Ok, then forget about the 46mm filter size, but I tried the manual coding with a pencil and it never really worked for me. Either the camera detected nothing or even the wrong lens. Boris Boris, you can find these useful: http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/leica-m8-forum/43016-d-coder-kit-first-impression.html match Technical Services - Coder Kit Cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobu Posted February 9, 2012 Share #24 Posted February 9, 2012 Boris, you can find these useful:http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/leica-m8-forum/43016-d-coder-kit-first-impression.html match Technical Services - Coder Kit Cheers I've used the match Coder Kit with the supplied pen. But it never worked (with my lens/camera). Don't know why. But thanks for the info. Boris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mauribix Posted February 10, 2012 Share #25 Posted February 10, 2012 Boris, your issue was quite common in the past. If you still need to make it work, by the way, you should try one of these: -Use a "SHARPIE" pencil (quite common to find) -Use a black paint (one of those usually available at any hobby shop) In few words, since the 6bit reader (scanner) that is integrated in the M9/M8 is sensitive to IR, the wrong pencil, or paint (with reddish pigments) may foul the reader itself. Cheers, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alw Posted February 10, 2012 Share #26 Posted February 10, 2012 Oh no, I decided I need a wide angle lens, and 24mm would be most practical as it´s not too close to my 35 as a 28 would be. Now I went to my local store where they have a used Zeiss Biogon 25 for 800€ (+100€ for the hood) and of course the Elmar which is 2000€ (hood included). I handled them both and the Zeiss had some play with focusing but was otherwise perfect. The Leica, well, was just perfection. Optically I don´t think I could distinguish between the two. I fear I have many sleepless nights ahead... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobu Posted February 10, 2012 Share #27 Posted February 10, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Boris, your issue was quite common in the past.If you still need to make it work, by the way, you should try one of these: -Use a "SHARPIE" pencil (quite common to find) -Use a black paint (one of those usually available at any hobby shop) In few words, since the 6bit reader (scanner) that is integrated in the M9/M8 is sensitive to IR, the wrong pencil, or paint (with reddish pigments) may foul the reader itself. Cheers, Thanks Maurizio, at the moment all my lenses are coded, but I'm thinking about buying the VC12mm or the ZM15 in the future. Then I will have the problem with the coding again and will try some different paint. In the past I just used the pencil that was supplied with the coder kit. I've read about the "Sharpie" pencils, but was not able to find them in Germany. Boris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ib M Posted February 11, 2012 Author Share #28 Posted February 11, 2012 Have had got my 24mm Elmar - ohh what great lens, both optically and build quality is top notch. The size I am also happy with - light and handy, and look forward to getting out of the house and take some landscape photos. Despite the maximum aperture of f/3.8, I think I can easily enjoy this lens indoors. Ps. Have incidentally tried a ZEISS ZM BIOGON 25 MM 2.8 for a short time - Leica works so much better, and especially build quality is better. http://www.foto20.dk/net/2012/11-02-2012.jpg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alw Posted February 11, 2012 Share #29 Posted February 11, 2012 Have had got my 24mm Elmar - ohh what great lens, both optically Ps. Have incidentally tried a ZEISS ZM BIOGON 25 MM 2.8 for a short time - Leica works so much better, and especially build quality is better. Oh well, you just made my life a lot harder. Seems I have to find the 2k€ to fund it now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ib M Posted February 11, 2012 Author Share #30 Posted February 11, 2012 Oh well, you just made my life a lot harder. Seems I have to find the 2k€ to fund it now. Sorry If you can find the money, buy 24mm Elmar - you will not regret Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeicaPassion Posted February 11, 2012 Share #31 Posted February 11, 2012 The Elmar is spectacular. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manolo Laguillo Posted February 11, 2012 Share #32 Posted February 11, 2012 I'll repeat it: it is a fantastic lens! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darylgo Posted February 12, 2012 Share #33 Posted February 12, 2012 I'll repeat it: it is a fantastic lens! +1 In the US used Elmars are selling less than new prices, unlike other Leica lenses, not sure why, is it the focal length or the lens reputation? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leica Frog Posted June 17, 2015 Share #34 Posted June 17, 2015 I've recently got the Elmar 24/3.8 and used with Snapshot program file of M9, it makes me very impressive, more happier than the other reputation leica lens that I have, I really feel love it as same as my 35 FLE. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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