dante Posted May 6, 2007 Share #1 Posted May 6, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Ok... before I bite the bullet on a pre-ASPH 90mm Summicron (E55 version), can anyone tell me how well it works on an M8? I haven't hit any problems with lenses yet, but I wanted to double-check before having one shipped in from Canada. Thanks Dante Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted May 6, 2007 Posted May 6, 2007 Hi dante, Take a look here 90mm pre-ASPH (E55) Summicron on M8?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
finkaudio Posted May 6, 2007 Share #2 Posted May 6, 2007 Hi Dante, it works very well Get a filter for it and you are done. I have a B&W 486 for it. Best regards Karl-Heinz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Hatcher Posted May 7, 2007 Share #3 Posted May 7, 2007 Ok... before I bite the bullet on a pre-ASPH 90mm Summicron (E55 version), can anyone tell me how well it works on an M8? I haven't hit any problems with lenses yet, but I wanted to double-check before having one shipped in from Canada. Thanks Dante It works very well on the M8. It is a substantial lens in terms of weight and size but handles easily. I especially like using it wide open - the shallow depth of field at F2 really makes the subject stand out. No focusing problems even though I do not yet have a magnifier. I have read reports that are critical of this model when compared to a 2.8 or newer ASPH 2.0, but mine seems pretty spectacular to me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adan Posted May 7, 2007 Share #4 Posted May 7, 2007 It is tricky to focus, due to that narrow DOF. It is a bit lower in contrast than the APO at f/2-f/4 and especially at f/2 delivers a soft-over-sharp effect that is rather unique (except for the R lens from the same era, which has almost exactly the same optics). While even the E55 version is a bit large for an M lens - on the slightly larger M8 body it actually feels rather nice. Intersting that you are getting one from Canada - since it was one of the premier designs to come out of the Leitz/Canada optics lab. When it's behaving itself, it works like this (M8, DNG, ISO 1250): 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/23432-90mm-pre-asph-e55-summicron-on-m8/?do=findComment&comment=247976'>More sharing options...
lars_bergquist Posted May 7, 2007 Share #5 Posted May 7, 2007 I owned one for a number of years, before I got my Summilux ASPH. The old warhorse (no optical change since 1961!) gave me very pleasant results, but I have never tried it on an M8. I noticed the same 'smooth-sharp' effect that was mentioned above. At large apertures the center is quite sharp but with a noticeable definition fall-off in the outer regions. At mid-apertures, the lens is very crisp all over. The old 'lux is much less prone to flare than the current Summicron, and resistance to internal reflexes is very good. Buy, and enjoy. The old man from the Age of Anastigmats Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carstenw Posted May 7, 2007 Share #6 Posted May 7, 2007 Lars, are you talking about 50mm lenses? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
etienne_werner Posted May 7, 2007 Share #7 Posted May 7, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Ok... before I bite the bullet on a pre-ASPH 90mm Summicron (E55 version), can anyone tell me how well it works on an M8? I haven't hit any problems with lenses yet, but I wanted to double-check before having one shipped in from Canada. Thanks Dante Hi, I went through the same process a while back. Here the info I got. http://www.leica-camera-user.com/digital-forum/19345-need-advise-2-0-90mm-summicron.html Kind regards, Etienne Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lars_bergquist Posted May 7, 2007 Share #8 Posted May 7, 2007 Lars, are you talking about 50mm lenses? Damn—of course I do! Write it to an old man's erratic thought processes (the Japanese call it bokeh). I can attest to the pleasant performance of the 90 mm however. I use it. The old man from the Age of the Screw Mount (now probably screwed up himself) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante Posted May 7, 2007 Author Share #9 Posted May 7, 2007 Brilliant shot! It is tricky to focus, due to that narrow DOF. It is a bit lower in contrast than the APO at f/2-f/4 and especially at f/2 delivers a soft-over-sharp effect that is rather unique (except for the R lens from the same era, which has almost exactly the same optics). While even the E55 version is a bit large for an M lens - on the slightly larger M8 body it actually feels rather nice. Intersting that you are getting one from Canada - since it was one of the premier designs to come out of the Leitz/Canada optics lab. When it's behaving itself, it works like this (M8, DNG, ISO 1250): Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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