Coach Rosie Posted February 15, 2013 Share #1  Posted February 15, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello guys. I am going to need to pick up a 24mm lens to shoot architecture and interior photos with my M9. I would also use it on my M6. I've been looking into the following:  - Elmar 24mm 3.8 - new  - Elmarit 24mm 2.8 - used  - Super-Elmar 21mm 3.4 - new (as an alternative to the 24mm idea)  Any guidance you guys could provide would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tonki-M Posted February 15, 2013 Share #2 Â Posted February 15, 2013 it really depends on what you are looking for. all of them are great in its own right. If you want perfect image quality (note: this is not equivalent to quality image), the newer one is perfect in all aspect, but with less distinct character. The 2.8 is of course faster, do you need it? The 24 is also nice in one more aspect in that you don't really 'NEED' an external finder. the whole rangefinder window is approximately 24mm, so you can generally guesstimate the framing. Â i myself was in your situation a few months back, and i chose the 21 Super-Elmar-M ASPH. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
firstlight Posted February 15, 2013 Share #3 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Is Leica a "must"? What about the Zeiss Biogon 21mm/2.8 ? Â pretty fast, sharp, amazing colors and rendering, 0.5m closest focus distance for dramatic pictures (if needed) Â Think about it, Cheers! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgk Posted February 15, 2013 Share #4 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Super-Elmar 21mm 3.4 - new (as an alternative to the 24mm idea) Fabulous lens, excellent for architecture but needs leveling very carefully and a viewfinder (I use the WATE version which is, from those I have tried, the best. Used it was less than a new 21mm viewfinder, but you might have to wait to find one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
algrove Posted February 15, 2013 Share #5 Â Posted February 15, 2013 The new SEM 21/3.4 is so good that many log term Leica users only use it for their wide angle needs nowadays. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
viooh Posted February 15, 2013 Share #6 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Depends what you want to shoot. I can recommend the 3,8/24 without resevation, it's a small, light and very sharp lens. I also have a 2,8/21 Asph which is plenty good enough for everything I need it for, but the 24 gets more use as 21 is too wide for most of what I like to shoot. The 3,8/24 is also fast enough for me. Your mileage may vary. Â Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinxter Posted February 15, 2013 Share #7 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) I would go for the 21 Super-Elmar. For Leica relatively 'cheap' and for interior it must not be the fastest lens... And better to crop a bit that miss part of the picture I'm using it without viewfinder - but most of the time with a tripot to correct the frame easily (at night I do test shoots at 3200 ISO to have a fast preview and them switch to a lower ISO). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
efreed2754 Posted February 15, 2013 Share #8  Posted February 15, 2013 Apparently,Leica announced a new 21 today so presumably that should be considered  Now use 18 and 24 2.8 Elmarit. Can say the 24 is extremely sharp and when used no evidence of wide angles. It's a remarkable lens that's little faster which can be helpful indoors. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Rosie Posted February 15, 2013 Author Share #9 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Hey. I got that email too. What is the difference between the 21mm that was in the email and the one that is already offered??? They look to be the same. I'm confused. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted February 15, 2013 Share #10 Â Posted February 15, 2013 I got the email too. Â I don't see any evidence that its a a new lens. They just say "Well now we would like to tell you more about the biggest little lens in our family of super-wide-angle lenses for the M-System. " Â Just an advert. For what is a very tempting lens! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgk Posted February 15, 2013 Share #11 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Apparently,Leica announced a new 21 today so presumably that should be considered . I think that you will find that they are simply extolling the virtues of the existing 21SE:)! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Rosie Posted February 15, 2013 Author Share #12 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Found a leftover Elmarit 24mm on the internet. Technically it's new and still has the Leica passport warranty card. What's a good price for this lens? The asking price is $3k. But offers would be considered. Thoughts? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
otto.f Posted February 15, 2013 Share #13 Â Posted February 15, 2013 For a nearly 4.0 I find the Elmar 24 quite expensive, where the Elmarit 24 already was astounding for his age and still competitive now for its price. It is a bit bigger but the Elmar 24 is not at all compact. A 21 is a much different angle and a completely different decision. Why not include the Elmarit 21 in the comparison if you go that far, a bit illogical. 3000 US dollars is a normal price especially when it is in mint condition Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Rosie Posted February 15, 2013 Author Share #14 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Was really looking for a 24mm, but included the 21mm Super in the mix because it can be purchased new. I'm actually leaning towards the leftover (but new) 24mm Elmarit if I can get it for a reasonable price. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
H. James Wolf Posted February 15, 2013 Share #15 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Don't forget the Zeiss 25 - a wonderfully sharp lens and not outlandishly expensive. It's about the same size as the 24 Elmarit 2.8; it gets great reviews and it shoots as well as the reviewers say. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill W Posted February 15, 2013 Share #16 Â Posted February 15, 2013 I had the 24 but sold it and got the SE 21. I have used it far more than I ever used the 24. The SE 21 is small and compact. I use an exteranl view finder. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IWC Doppel Posted February 15, 2013 Share #17  Posted February 15, 2013 The 24mm Elmari-M ASPH was a landmark lens, I really like the blend of incredible sharpness and the 'look' of the lens which seems to show more depth than the few shots I took with the SEM.  If you review the MTF's you'll see it is only marginally behind the SEM at f5.6 and on par with the 24 Summilux.  I think it's a very good buy second hand at the moment, it was a stunner and sold for £3k until recently. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Rosie Posted February 15, 2013 Author Share #18 Â Posted February 15, 2013 Without a doubt, this website is the best around. Thank you so much to all that responded with advice. Keep the comments coming. I have not pulled the trigger so far. Â For those of you suggesting the Zeiss, I hear you. I have the 50mm Planar, and I really like it. It's a lot lighter than the Leica offerings and I love the unique look of the shots, sharp and creamy at the same time. I know that sounds strange, but it's true. Â Just not sure if the 25mm would be the right focal length for my purposes - not much different from the 24mm, I know, but would rather go a little wider rather than in the other direction. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tappan Posted February 15, 2013 Share #19 Â Posted February 15, 2013 What are you all talking about regarding a new lens or an email for a new lens?? Thx, Mark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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