CS Lenses

[JerryYordy]

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What is the advantage of the central shutter lenses over the focal plane lenses? I realize they can sync with flash at a higher shutter speed, but how is that advantage realized in actual practice? If I'm not shooting models in the studio who are not jumping or moving fast is there any use?

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[dfarkas]

What is the advantage of the central shutter lenses over the focal plane lenses? I realize they can sync with flash at a higher shutter speed, but how is that advantage realized in actual practice? If I'm not shooting models in the studio who are not jumping or moving fast is there any use?

 

Jerry,

 

The real advantage is not so much in studio, but outdoors using strobes. By using a faster sync speed, you can more effectively control the ambient light and shoot at wider apertures with less flash power.

 

If you'd like a full, detailed explanation, please check out the article I wrote on using the CS lenses on the S2:

 

Testing the CS lenses on the Leica S2 | Red Dot Forum

 

Do note, though, that the prototype lenses I tested only offered 1/500th sync speed. The production CS lenses offer 1/1000th, which makes them that much more useful. If you take a look at the images in my article, you'll understand why.

 

David

[JerryYordy]

Thank-you David.

 

The link to your review was very useful, hadn't found it previously. I really appreciate your prompt reply. I've been offered the opportunity to purchase an S from some guy named Josh, probably out of the trunk of his car, and am trying to figure what lenses I should get, I know the focal lengths I want, just not the configuration. This was useful and good, helped me with my decision. Thanks again.

 

Jerry