Steven Posted January 25, 2021 Share #101 Posted January 25, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) 10 hours ago, shirubadanieru said: It’s not out yet though nor confirmed to be released by Leica (despite the rumors), interesting they offered you one? Is it an official leica store? Official Leica store they offered it to me in silver or black telling me the silver would be twice the price around 14k. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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fabior Posted January 25, 2021 Share #102 Posted January 25, 2021 I can confirm that noctilux 50mm f1.2 AA is officially coming as I have already given the deposit to the leica store to reserve my copy. it should be delivered shortly.... I hope ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 25, 2021 Share #103 Posted January 25, 2021 Is it a good lens, should I get it ? How does it fit in the Leica history ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedaes Posted January 25, 2021 Share #104 Posted January 25, 2021 1 minute ago, Steven said: Is it a good lens, should I get it ? How does it fit in the Leica history ? You are prepared to spend $8k or $14k on a lens and not know what you are buying and based on an answer here? Your approach will not be shared by many here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasdfg Posted January 25, 2021 Share #105 Posted January 25, 2021 (edited) 34 minutes ago, pedaes said: You are prepared to spend $8k or $14k on a lens and not know what you are buying and based on an answer here? Your approach will not be shared by many here. To be fair there are a lot of people who buy Leicas who don't know a 35mm from a 50mm or an M2 from an M10 so I'll give credit where its due (to the extent it is due?) Though some people severely under-utilise search functions of the forum and on the web in general.. @Steven My view - > "short answer" is optically the lens is not a "good lens" by modern standards and the original is really a collectors lens. Some people say the 50mm 1.2 AA performs better than the 50mm f1, some prefer its look, but with so few copies around I've never touched one myself and never shot them side by side, though there are some comparisons on the web. If you like more vintage glass it's probably for you. I can't say I'm not tempted by a black one (or silver!), but the amount of money locked into a lens I won't use much (50mm, collector-ish lens) is rather off-putting so I think i'll stick with my f1 instead. I think. To be honest you've been chopping, changing and buying Leica gear so often you should just buy it to get it out of your system and see if it's for you, since it seems you can afford it. Not many people are in your position, so I see it as a good thing (life is short), and hey it makes your local Leica store happy, dripping rumours and planned products ahead of time (good tidbits for the casual observer like me). Edited January 25, 2021 by chasdfg 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 25, 2021 Share #106 Posted January 25, 2021 2 hours ago, pedaes said: You are prepared to spend $8k or $14k on a lens and not know what you are buying and based on an answer here? Your approach will not be shared by many here. Why not, if I can afford it and its a collector lens that won't lose value ? I can always change my mind later.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 25, 2021 Share #107 Posted January 25, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) 2 hours ago, pedaes said: You are prepared to spend $8k or $14k on a lens and not know what you are buying and based on an answer here? Your approach will not be shared by many here. Also: I once bought an (overpriced) Leica M6 with an (overpriced) summilux Pre Fle in a store. I walked in on a summer day, knew nothing about it, but was attracted to it. Guess what, it changed my life. It changes the way I take photos, the way I see photography even. I am now, less than a year later (it was last may) fully committed to Leica. M7 + Q2 + M10P + M10D + SL2S. For the anecdote, while I sold the (black) Pre Fle, to exchange it against a more rare chrome version that has less focus shift (something I had never heard about or noticed before this forum), it turns out that the Pre Fle is still my favourite lens of all times, all systems, all focal lengths included. See, sometimes a bit of faith and a bit of luck can make things happen. If you don't try, you don't move forward. Lastly, who would have thought less than a year ago, than in January 2021 I'd log in twice a day to a camera forum, to discuss lens formulas with some 'lovely' geeks that are almost all 50 years older than me, and that I would reach 1000 posts myself ?! not me! Leica Forever ! 4 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 25, 2021 Share #108 Posted January 25, 2021 2 hours ago, chasdfg said: To be fair there are a lot of people who buy Leicas who don't know a 35mm from a 50mm or an M2 from an M10 so I'll give credit where its due (to the extent it is due?) Though some people severely under-utilise search functions of the forum and on the web in general.. @Steven My view - > "short answer" is optically the lens is not a "good lens" by modern standards and the original is really a collectors lens. Some people say the 50mm 1.2 AA performs better than the 50mm f1, some prefer its look, but with so few copies around I've never touched one myself and never shot them side by side, though there are some comparisons on the web. If you like more vintage glass it's probably for you. I can't say I'm not tempted by a black one (or silver!), but the amount of money locked into a lens I won't use much (50mm, collector-ish lens) is rather off-putting so I think i'll stick with my f1 instead. I think. To be honest you've been chopping, changing and buying Leica gear so often you should just buy it to get it out of your system and see if it's for you, since it seems you can afford it. Not many people are in your position, so I see it as a good thing (life is short), and hey it makes your local Leica store happy, dripping rumours and planned products ahead of time (good tidbits for the casual observer like me). Thank you for the great information and the great advice. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thejoon Posted January 26, 2021 Share #109 Posted January 26, 2021 On 1/25/2021 at 7:40 PM, fabior said: I can confirm that noctilux 50mm f1.2 AA is officially coming as I have already given the deposit to the leica store to reserve my copy. it should be delivered shortly.... I hope ! May i ask which shop it was? Some Leica stores said they don't take any preorders for non-exist lens... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobram Posted January 26, 2021 Share #110 Posted January 26, 2021 Few years ago I read a very interesting book about photography: Erich Fromm - To have or to be? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anakronox Posted January 27, 2021 Share #111 Posted January 27, 2021 On 1/24/2021 at 11:33 AM, Steven said: On the lens mounted on the m10m. You teased us! Apologies for making you wait, but here they are 😃 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! Quote 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/316653-your-favorite-lens-for-2021/?do=findComment&comment=4126814'>More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 27, 2021 Share #112 Posted January 27, 2021 59 minutes ago, Anakronox said: Apologies for making you wait, but here they are 😃 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! Worth the wait, gorgeous setup 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anakronox Posted January 27, 2021 Share #113 Posted January 27, 2021 5 minutes ago, Steven said: Worth the wait, gorgeous setup Thanks 😃 I'd apologize for it being a bit dirty, but I think that just shows it gets used! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutlore Posted January 28, 2021 Share #114 Posted January 28, 2021 Let me answer this question after trying the up coming Voigtlander50/2 APO Lanthar. It would be my favourite lense for 2021, potentially. Will get back soon 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 28, 2021 Share #115 Posted January 28, 2021 So far, ( trying not to blow any more Leica $$$$ this year.....we'll see how that goes! ), the favourite recent purchase has been the humble Summarit 35mm 2.4. It is an excellent lens, it's compact, a plus that I do like on with a M body, fast enough given the ASA capabilities of my M10's and with very good resolution. Just this morning I'm printing a heavily cropped couple of shots made with the Summarit on my M10-D to full A2 size and the definition is really good, equal to my Summicrons and my sole Summilux, ( 35mm ASPH ). Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
evikne Posted January 29, 2021 Share #116 Posted January 29, 2021 I am sure my most used lens in 2021 will be my new 35 mm Summilux pre-ASPH v2. It has been glued to my camera since I got it. The aperture ring also works a "character knob": Just turn to adjust the desired balance between dreaminess and sharpness. 😄 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 29, 2021 Share #117 Posted January 29, 2021 8 minutes ago, evikne said: I am sure my most used lens in 2021 will be my new 35 mm Summilux pre-ASPH v2. It has been glued to my camera since I got it. The aperture ring also works a "character knob": Just turn to adjust the desired balance between dreaminess and sharpness. 😄 I have two pre asph coming my way. Can’t wait. A v1 and a v2! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
evikne Posted January 29, 2021 Share #118 Posted January 29, 2021 3 minutes ago, Steven said: I have two pre asph coming my way. Can’t wait. A v1 and a v2! Is your plan to keep the best and sell the other (eventually both), if it don't live up to the expectations? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 29, 2021 Share #119 Posted January 29, 2021 1 hour ago, evikne said: Is your plan to keep the best and sell the other (eventually both), if it don't live up to the expectations? My plan is to keep both. One is a modified steel rim; used to be with googles, now without, so it focuses at 0,65, and it looks nice on my black m10p! The second is the same that yours, a black v2, no infinity lock. I had found one with the infinity lock (early v2) and really loved it, but it has a little chip on the front element so I was hesitant. cant wait to have them both in my hands. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beena22 Posted January 31, 2021 Share #120 Posted January 31, 2021 Definitely my Nokton Classic 35 SC Elmar-C 90 Looking to buy a new 50 and I’m torn between the Nokton 1.2 and new 1.5. Until then it will be the Planar. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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