Double Negative Posted February 21, 2012 Share #41 Posted February 21, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) I went with the Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH, Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH and Elmarit-M 90mm f/2.8 for a three lens kit. All the same diameter and filter size, compact and excellent performance. Even better that the 50/90 have slide-out hoods, but I also went third-party to reduce the size of the 28. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Per P. Posted February 23, 2012 Share #42 Posted February 23, 2012 I'd go for those lenses, too. I already have the 24 and 35; both are superb. I know some people don't like accessory finders but I don't mind a bit. I have a 50 'cron not a 'lux, but a 'lux would be ideal for low light portraits. Angle of view varies hugely for every few millimeters of focal length and the difference becomes more marked the wider you go on full frame (24 x 36mm film or sensor). 21mm = 92º 24mm = 84º 28mm = 76º 35mm = 64º 50mm = 45º You are right that angle of view varies. But if you look at the relative change from lens to lens then you may be surprised by your findings. For example it turns out that the 21/35/50/75 combo is very well balanced with a 30% difference between each of them. But, of course, that's just a numbers game. If you like the 24mm perspective better or can't live without an 28mm in your bag then that's great too. For the OP I liked the suggestion someone else made to check the EXIF of what he used to do with his Nikon gear. Just remember to multiply the numbers if it wasn't a full frame camera. Assuming three lenses, and including a 35mm, the relative angle of view thinking might give you 21/35/50, 21/35/75, or 24/35/75 as the most balanced combinations. Cheers, Per. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pum pum Posted February 23, 2012 Share #43 Posted February 23, 2012 For me 24lux + 50lux best combo, if i want to add another lens it'll be WATE or 75lux. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dickgrafixstop Posted February 25, 2012 Share #44 Posted February 25, 2012 Buy the 35 and master it. Consider adding a 75 if it matches your shooting style, or a 24 if you prefer that. Then get the other if you decide you really need three lenses. After several tries, I've found the 35/75 combo fits my requirements particularlty since cropping during editing with high quality files gives me "lots" of other focal lengths without an expensive bag full of more expensive weight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Verrips Posted February 25, 2012 Share #45 Posted February 25, 2012 I started with 28-50-90. I never use my 90, traded my 28 for a 21 and bought a 35. 35 & 50 are my prefered focal lenghts. I use the 21 with external VF (metal version), the dramatic angle is beautiful and i wouldn't shoot without the VF. But i advise you to buy first one lens, get used to that one and buy the next one 1.000 photos later. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bocaburger Posted February 26, 2012 Share #46 Posted February 26, 2012 I frequently carry a 3-lens kit. Very infrequently is it the same 3. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted February 26, 2012 Share #47 Posted February 26, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) 15mm Voigtlander 35mm Summilux pre-ASPH 50mm coated ten-leaf 75mm Summilux original That's probably more than you need. Drop the 50mm. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rramesh Posted February 26, 2012 Share #48 Posted February 26, 2012 With a 35 Summicron on my m9, I am kind of leaning towards a 50 (either Summilux or Zeiss Sonnar) and a wide angle (either keep my Zeiss 25 or get a Zeiss 18). This I believe will provide necessary options for an upcoming Europe vacation. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkP Posted February 26, 2012 Share #49 Posted February 26, 2012 I frequently carry a 3-lens kit. Very infrequently is it the same 3. This is the crux of the issue......for those of us with more than three lenses. The 3-lens kit depends so much on ones individual preference, subject matter, travelling (and perhaps having to compromise with a small number of lenses for an entire trip), and mood when walking out of the door to take some photographs. I take a variety of combinations of focal lengths (and individual lenses within that focal length) depending on the variables in the above paragraph. Although for my more 'general' photography, and to give me the most latitude I tend to take a 50, 35 or 28, and 21. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanJ Posted February 26, 2012 Share #50 Posted February 26, 2012 I think the key thing is deciding what your prime lens is. For me it is equally 21 and 35. For many years I have been shooting with 21, 35 and 90. I have never used the 90 much but it has been great to have for portraits. I recently bought a 75 Summilux which is stunning and I think will replace my 90. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
algrove Posted February 26, 2012 Share #51 Posted February 26, 2012 You are right that angle of view varies. But if you look at the relative change from lens to lens then you may be surprised by your findings. For example it turns out that the 21/35/50/75 combo is very well balanced with a 30% difference between each of them. But, of course, that's just a numbers game. If you like the 24mm perspective better or can't live without an 28mm in your bag then that's great too. For the OP I liked the suggestion someone else made to check the EXIF of what he used to do with his Nikon gear. Just remember to multiply the numbers if it wasn't a full frame camera. Assuming three lenses, and including a 35mm, the relative angle of view thinking might give you 21/35/50, 21/35/75, or 24/35/75 as the most balanced combinations. Cheers, Per. The above makes lots of sense as do others comments where some say they often change 3 lens combination. If your vision for the day out demands, take the 18 or 21/35/90 combo too. Most of my favorite shots were taken with these three lenses with the 90 and 18 the best, followed by the 35. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobey bilek Posted February 26, 2012 Share #52 Posted February 26, 2012 24/35/50 is excellent if you do not want longer focals. congratulations on planning b/4 buying and proceeding with a plan. Otherwise you end up selling and buying again or you end up with a really heavy bag . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rramesh Posted March 1, 2012 Share #53 Posted March 1, 2012 I am going to do a simple test. For an upcoming trip to Shanghai I am going to take only my Summicron 35 on an M9-P which I really like. And then I am going to count my wishes: a) # of times I wish I could go wider # of times I wish I could go closer c) # of times I wish I could use lower light d) # of times I wish I did not have to carry a camera bag (for this I need a bag filled with junk to mimic a camera bag) After which I will determine my budget and buy new lens if needed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
algrove Posted March 1, 2012 Share #54 Posted March 1, 2012 I am going to do a simple test. For an upcoming trip to Shanghai I am going to take only my Summicron 35 on an M9-P which I really like. And then I am going to count my wishes: a) # of times I wish I could go wider # of times I wish I could go closer c) # of times I wish I could use lower light d) # of times I wish I did not have to carry a camera bag (for this I need a bag filled with junk to mimic a camera bag) After which I will determine my budget and buy new lens if needed. I wish you a good trip. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlashGordonPhotography Posted March 1, 2012 Share #55 Posted March 1, 2012 I don't know how you all do it. Only three lenses. Heck, sometimes I leave the house with two 50's in the bag plus others. I currently carry 6 lenses. If I had more money it would be 7. I admire your restraint. Gordon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom0511 Posted March 2, 2012 Share #56 Posted March 2, 2012 I admit that I do own many more than three lenses and usually carry never more than 3 max.4. It depends a lot what I plan to shoot and it also changes from time to time. What I have constantly used all the years is 50mm. I would call this my most important focal length. So my vote for 50mm as starting point. If you like the extremes and to force yourself to achieve different looks - maybe 21-50-90. If you like more moderate shooting - maybe 21-35-50 or 28-50-75. My advice start with one or max 2 lenses and then see what you miss! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyIII Posted March 3, 2012 Share #57 Posted March 3, 2012 In theory, my current choice of three lenses is the 28 Elmarit, 50 Summilux, and 75 Summicron. In reality, I only have a 28 Elmarit and 35 Summicron. However, a new 50 Summicron should be arriving on Monday, and I expect it will be my most used lens. I do not currently have a 75 Summicron, but I am on a waiting list for one. I regret selling my Leica lenses a year and a half ago and then having to start over recently, especially since prices have gone up and they are so scarce. I should make my new motto, "Just say no to Nikon." Rocky Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidbaddley Posted March 3, 2012 Share #58 Posted March 3, 2012 Easy: 50mm Summicron 2 50mm Folding Elmar 2.8 50mm Summilux 1.4 ASPH Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
swamiji Posted March 3, 2012 Share #59 Posted March 3, 2012 I like the idea of doubling at each increment. First you decide what your normal lens is going to be either 35mm or 50mm. Then it's 18mm/35mm/75mm or 24mm/50mm/90mm. My favorite is 24/50/90. I have the others, but I like the 50mm best. Yes... 50mm Summicron 2 (Rigid) 50mm Folding Elmar 2.8 50mm Summilux 1.4 ASPH Are my favorites... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecaton Posted March 3, 2012 Share #60 Posted March 3, 2012 City trip old world: 24 Elmarit, 35 Summilux asph, 75mm Summarit (or 50 Summilux). A 21mm in lieu of a 24mm as an alternative, with external VF as a must. "General" travel: 28mm Summicron, 50 Summilux asph, 90AA. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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