Capuccino-Muffin Posted August 22, 2021 Share #1  Posted August 22, 2021 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) I am very curious about this lens. Its physical look, after so many years, is starting to look so good. Ages like fine wine. Simple, elegant, extremely understated. A clear modern departure from the old design, yet classical itself, In the end,  it’s very 70’s, and I like that a lot. Just as I Love The M5, such an elegant, german, understated and well-bred. I am interested in its rendition as a lens. Its signature. Reports talk about “more contrast, less resolution”. Might it be possible that it’s just what I am after? More contrast for that initial “wow” punch factor and less sharpness, which corresponds to the 70’s era, just like ALL those pictures I used to LOVE.  Look at Jeanloup Sieff’s work, for example. Totally 70’s, great contrast, steep falloff from highlights to shadows, excellent resolution, thick blacks.  Yes, all summicrons are great. But is this one possibly the magical black sheep? Any samples from this forum’ users? Side by side comparison Versus the Version 4?  Edited August 22, 2021 by Capuccino-Muffin Typos Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted August 22, 2021 Posted August 22, 2021 Hi Capuccino-Muffin, Take a look here Summicron 50mm V3 (Version 3) images. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
grahamc Posted August 22, 2021 Share #2  Posted August 22, 2021 I really love mine and will happily post a few shots for you later :)  it’s my worst condition lens and was also my cheapest Leica lens but I absolutely love it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted August 22, 2021 Share #3  Posted August 22, 2021 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!   6 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/323823-summicron-50mm-v3-version-3-images/?do=findComment&comment=4261591'>More sharing options...
grahamc Posted August 22, 2021 Share #4  Posted August 22, 2021 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! 6 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/323823-summicron-50mm-v3-version-3-images/?do=findComment&comment=4261593'>More sharing options...
grahamc Posted August 22, 2021 Share #5  Posted August 22, 2021 I don't have that much variety yet because I haven't had it long , but it's a really free and easy lens with a nice character - I always seem to get something I like 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! 3 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/323823-summicron-50mm-v3-version-3-images/?do=findComment&comment=4261596'>More sharing options...
pippy Posted August 22, 2021 Share #6  Posted August 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Capuccino-Muffin said: I am interested in its rendition as a lens. Its signature. Reports talk about “more contrast, less resolution”. Might it be possible that it’s just what I am after? No. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capuccino-Muffin Posted August 22, 2021 Author Share #7 Â Posted August 22, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) 7 minutes ago, pippy said: Yes. Yes, I know. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capuccino-Muffin Posted August 22, 2021 Author Share #8  Posted August 22, 2021 41 minutes ago, grahamc said: 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! Very nice boke here. Rounded, firm, like a painting 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capuccino-Muffin Posted August 22, 2021 Author Share #9  Posted August 22, 2021 19 minutes ago, pippy said: Perfect display of character. Hm, ok... yeah whatever floats your boat.  Say, any photographs taken with the 50mm summicron V3 to share? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted August 23, 2021 Share #10  Posted August 23, 2021 See http://ohm-image.net/opinion/photophile/nagano-japan-summicron-50 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted August 24, 2021 Share #11  Posted August 24, 2021 (edited) 10 hours ago, lct said: See http://ohm-image.net/opinion/photophile/nagano-japan-summicron-50 Nice article .  There are a few out there mentioning the black sheep v3 as their fave . Does anyone own the v3 aswell as Summilux Pre-ASPH ?   My original plan was to buy both the v3 and the pre-ASPH Lux (E46) ... pairing with my 35mm Lux Pre-ASPH.  However , since owning the v3, IMO it seems to pair with my 35mm pre really well .  It's also light and convenient . But would be interested to hear if anyone else has both / has had both this and the pre-asph lux.  Maybe I am missing out as I hear that's quite a special lens  Edited August 24, 2021 by grahamc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted August 24, 2021 Share #12  Posted August 24, 2021 sorry for the spam in this post, I just found this one from the v3 and thought it made a good example of why I like this paired with my lux 35mm pre-asph . I've only had a few outings with it but very happy.  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! 2 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/323823-summicron-50mm-v3-version-3-images/?do=findComment&comment=4262503'>More sharing options...
Capuccino-Muffin Posted August 25, 2021 Author Share #13 Â Posted August 25, 2021 Very nice Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
m.b.p. Posted April 27, 2023 Share #14  Posted April 27, 2023 I really think the V3 is an underrated lens. 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/323823-summicron-50mm-v3-version-3-images/?do=findComment&comment=4759302'>More sharing options...
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