Guest JMF Posted October 5, 2018 Share #41 Posted October 5, 2018 Advertisement (gone after registration) Dear all, is there any significant difference between the versions of 35Lux pre-asph in terms of so called 'Leica Glow', or image rendering. Some suggest German version is better, others say earlier versions produce better glow and distinctive rendering. I would like to hear the opinion of the people who own, or use(d) these versions. Which version do you recommend? Dear Metin, I don't believe in any noticeable difference inbetween the Canadian or German manufacture origin of the 35 pre asph Summilux v2. There might be more sample to sample differences as these lenses aren't recent . Older lenses might show more "glow" and this is quite subjective ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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lct Posted October 5, 2018 Share #42 Posted October 5, 2018 is there any significant difference between the versions of 35Lux pre-asph in terms of so called 'Leica Glow', or image rendering. Some suggest German version is better, others say earlier versions produce better glow and distinctive rendering. [...] The only difference i've noticed was some reduced flare out of my "German" v2 copy from 1989, compared to a "Canadian" v1 i don't recall the vintage, but i found the same "glow" i.e. halos around highlights out of both versions. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metin Colak Posted October 5, 2018 Share #43 Posted October 5, 2018 Thank so much JMF and ICT for your helpful replies, appreciated.. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsleica Posted October 6, 2018 Share #44 Posted October 6, 2018 The front element of mine wobbles slightly...is there a fix for this..? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaques Posted October 6, 2018 Share #45 Posted October 6, 2018 (edited) I really like mine (infinity lock)- it just feels so good- it's a jewel. 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! (with Oufro close up attachment) Edited October 6, 2018 by jaques 17 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! (with Oufro close up attachment) ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/288041-35mm-14-summilux-pre-asph/?do=findComment&comment=3607231'>More sharing options...
Ernstk Posted October 6, 2018 Share #46 Posted October 6, 2018 V2 with infinity lock, wide open. 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! 13 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/288041-35mm-14-summilux-pre-asph/?do=findComment&comment=3607336'>More sharing options...
Guest JMF Posted October 6, 2018 Share #47 Posted October 6, 2018 Advertisement (gone after registration) Aux Tuileries by JM__, on Flickr dans Paris by JM__, on Flickr 35 v2 inf lock - M2 - Provia 100 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jul Posted October 7, 2018 Share #48 Posted October 7, 2018 Late (as in later than some of the asphericals) v2 wide open, M9 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! It was a rainy and windy day Exactly as today, where the public bins filled with umbrellas reminded me of this shot. Nothing fancy photographywise, just loved the flashy colors in the rather dull environment. The glow discussed in previous posts can greatly be tamed by exposing for the highlights. 7 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! It was a rainy and windy day Exactly as today, where the public bins filled with umbrellas reminded me of this shot. Nothing fancy photographywise, just loved the flashy colors in the rather dull environment. The glow discussed in previous posts can greatly be tamed by exposing for the highlights. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/288041-35mm-14-summilux-pre-asph/?do=findComment&comment=3608132'>More sharing options...
Jul Posted October 7, 2018 Share #49 Posted October 7, 2018 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! Foam storm Had to crop it a little as I tilted the horizon, almost flying not to get caught in the gunk. 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Foam storm Had to crop it a little as I tilted the horizon, almost flying not to get caught in the gunk. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/288041-35mm-14-summilux-pre-asph/?do=findComment&comment=3608175'>More sharing options...
Jul Posted October 9, 2018 Share #50 Posted October 9, 2018 v2 on M9. Warming up at the bar, at the so called "Plage de la Barre". No link, "la barre" is a long pier protecting Bayonne harbour. 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! 4 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/288041-35mm-14-summilux-pre-asph/?do=findComment&comment=3609579'>More sharing options...
Metin Colak Posted October 10, 2018 Share #51 Posted October 10, 2018 On 10/6/2018 at 4:34 AM, jaques said: I really like mine (infinity lock)- it just feels so good- it's a jewel. 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! (with Oufro close up attachment) Lovely photographs. Especially the first one looks amazing... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metin Colak Posted October 10, 2018 Share #52 Posted October 10, 2018 Dear friends, I can't decide between Lux 35 Pre- Ash and Lux 50mm Pre Asph. I am aware they are different focal lengths.. I like the bokeh and OOF of the Lux50, but, I love the glow of the Lux35. I also have Lux50 Asph version! I like the rendering of the pre asph version. And Lux 35 has also a wider field of view so I can use it for environmental portraits. Which one of them you would choose if you have only one option? I know it is a hard question but I need your help before deciding... Thanks a lot in advance.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raid Amin Posted October 10, 2018 Share #53 Posted October 10, 2018 If you already own a 50mm Lux ASPH, and if you also love using the 35mm lenses, I would get the 35/1.4 Lux pre-ASPH. It is a very special lens overall and use it extensively. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted October 11, 2018 Share #54 Posted October 11, 2018 8 hours ago, Metin Colak said: I can't decide between Lux 35 Pre- Ash and Lux 50mm Pre Asph. I am aware they are different focal lengths.. I like the bokeh and OOF of the Lux50, but, I love the glow of the Lux35. I also have Lux50 Asph version! I like the rendering of the pre asph version. And Lux 35 has also a wider field of view so I can use it for environmental portraits. Which one of them you would choose if you have only one option? I know it is a hard question but I need your help before deciding... At f/1.4 and f/2 (mainly 1.4), my 35/1.4 v2 shows halos (aka "glow") around highlights that my 50/1.4 v3 does not and the latter is sharper there, but both are soft at edges and corners anyway. At f/2.8 and on, 35/1.4 v2 and 50/1.4 v3 have a similar rendition. 35/1.4 v2 flares more than 50/1.4 v3 though generally. Othewise only you can know if you prefer the 35mm or 50mm field of view. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernstk Posted October 11, 2018 Share #55 Posted October 11, 2018 11 hours ago, Metin Colak said: Dear friends, I can't decide between Lux 35 Pre- Ash and Lux 50mm Pre Asph. I am aware they are different focal lengths.. I like the bokeh and OOF of the Lux50, but, I love the glow of the Lux35. I also have Lux50 Asph version! I like the rendering of the pre asph version. And Lux 35 has also a wider field of view so I can use it for environmental portraits. Which one of them you would choose if you have only one option? I know it is a hard question but I need your help before deciding... Thanks a lot in advance.... Only you can decide which focal length you want. It is an impossible question for anyone else to answer. You already have a very good 50mm lens so there doesn't seem much point in buying another. I would go for the 35 pre asph. As Raid says, it's a very special lens. Ernst 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metin Colak Posted October 11, 2018 Share #56 Posted October 11, 2018 Dear Raid Amin, Ict, Ernstk, Thanks so much for your helpful suggestions. You are great men.. Appreciated. I think I will get the LUX35 Pre Asph.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metin Colak Posted October 11, 2018 Share #57 Posted October 11, 2018 Your new glowy artistic uploads on this thread will be greatly appreciated... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaques Posted October 12, 2018 Share #58 Posted October 12, 2018 14 hours ago, Metin Colak said: Dear Raid Amin, Ict, Ernstk, Thanks so much for your helpful suggestions. You are great men.. Appreciated. I think I will get the LUX35 Pre Asph.. I don't think you'll regret it- and one of the great things about vintage Leica lenses- is that in a sense you can own them for free- or even get paid to own them. If you look around and bide your time till you find a good price- chances are years later it can be sold for more, oftentimes a lot more. I think virtually every single Leica lens I own I could sell today for more than I paid for it. If I did that- essentially I've been paid to own and use them for years! Only problem is I can rarely ever bring myself to sell any... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaques Posted October 12, 2018 Share #59 Posted October 12, 2018 On 10/11/2018 at 8:05 AM, Metin Colak said: Lovely photographs. Especially the first one looks amazing... The Oufro on the Summilux produces some pretty amazing and weird dreamy photos- the DOF is so shallow it practically doesn't exist. But the out of focus areas are really nice IMO. That was just some rather mundane flowers in a vase- but with Oufro became something else altogether. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raid Amin Posted October 12, 2018 Share #60 Posted October 12, 2018 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! 5 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/288041-35mm-14-summilux-pre-asph/?do=findComment&comment=3611111'>More sharing options...
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