lct Posted May 22, 2023 Share #141 Posted May 22, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) What does "QF version" mean if i may ask? Just curious. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted May 22, 2023 Posted May 22, 2023 Hi lct, Take a look here Leitz Summicron-C 40mm f2 - a little hidden gem appreciation thread. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
David from Bklyn Posted September 13, 2023 Share #142 Posted September 13, 2023 (edited) 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! M-Rokkor 40mm (version 2) on M10R. As sharp as any lens I own (including the 50mm Summilux ASPH), but mildly annoying to to have guess at framelines. Edited September 13, 2023 by David from Bklyn 7 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! M-Rokkor 40mm (version 2) on M10R. As sharp as any lens I own (including the 50mm Summilux ASPH), but mildly annoying to to have guess at framelines. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4856997'>More sharing options...
Greenhilltony Posted September 15, 2023 Share #143 Posted September 15, 2023 On 5/22/2023 at 10:19 PM, lct said: What does "QF version" mean if i may ask? Just curious. The version has the label “M-Rokkor-QF” in the front ring. There is a version without the QF, but the serial number is still on the front ring and the lens appearance design is the same. Then comes to the CLE version, a new appearance design, lighter, a bit taller, serial number on the barrel. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenhilltony Posted September 15, 2023 Share #144 Posted September 15, 2023 Leica M3, M-Rokkor 40/2, 5219@1600 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! 7 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4857898'>More sharing options...
lct Posted September 15, 2023 Share #145 Posted September 15, 2023 4 hours ago, Greenhilltony said: The version has the label “M-Rokkor-QF” in the front ring. There is a version without the QF, but the serial number is still on the front ring and the lens appearance design is the same. [...] Thank you. Just found this explanation from joel_matherson : Quote The QF marking was found on the first 40mm Rokkor Minolta made, for the Leitz Minolta CL. It wasnt on every one of these Rokkors however. From known serial numbers of QF lenses to date, at least the first six thousand lenses have the QF marking which was dropped through the lenses production run. It is my guess that the QF marked lenses were sold with the Japanese home market Leitz Minolta CL's which were sold while the rest of the world had Leica CL's for sale. When the Leica CL was discontinued, the Leitz Minolta CL was exported to fill the gap left from the Leica badged version and I believe the QF marking was dropped around the same time that production increased to sell outside Japan. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David from Bklyn Posted September 15, 2023 Share #146 Posted September 15, 2023 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! M-Rokkor 40 version 2, Leica M3 portra 400 4 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! M-Rokkor 40 version 2, Leica M3 portra 400 ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4858076'>More sharing options...
Scrapbook Posted September 24, 2023 Share #147 Posted September 24, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) M10 + Summicron C 40mm Autumn-light.. Claus 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! 9 1 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4863974'>More sharing options...
Rennrocky Posted September 25, 2023 Share #148 Posted September 25, 2023 Venezia M2 C 40 Fuji 200 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4864502'>More sharing options...
Rennrocky Posted September 25, 2023 Share #149 Posted September 25, 2023 Malmö M2 C40 Agfa Precisia 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4864503'>More sharing options...
Alberti Posted September 25, 2023 Share #150 Posted September 25, 2023 (edited) M10R with M-Rokkor 40mm: 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! The Summicron-C/M-Rokkor is worthy competitor of the contemporary Summicron 35 (pre-asph) lenses - detailed, colourful. Edited September 25, 2023 by Alberti 2 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! The Summicron-C/M-Rokkor is worthy competitor of the contemporary Summicron 35 (pre-asph) lenses - detailed, colourful. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4864515'>More sharing options...
Alberti Posted September 25, 2023 Share #151 Posted September 25, 2023 (edited) Ditto combo. 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! Just an added note that probably is stated earlier in this thread: the design stems from Leitz Wetzlar, they needed lenses with a larger opening towards the shutter because the new camera had a swinging LDR LIGHTMETER that required more clerance. The Minolta lenses had the same formula as the Summicron-C, but a different (to many a better,multi-) coating. Edited September 25, 2023 by Alberti 2 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Just an added note that probably is stated earlier in this thread: the design stems from Leitz Wetzlar, they needed lenses with a larger opening towards the shutter because the new camera had a swinging LDR LIGHTMETER that required more clerance. The Minolta lenses had the same formula as the Summicron-C, but a different (to many a better,multi-) coating. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4864525'>More sharing options...
David from Bklyn Posted September 25, 2023 Share #152 Posted September 25, 2023 (edited) 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! Edited September 25, 2023 by David from Bklyn Leica M10R M-Rokkor 40mm f2 1 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4864576'>More sharing options...
pjfa Posted January 6, 2024 Share #153 Posted January 6, 2024 M262 & Summicon C-40 https://lfi-online.de/en/gallery/Paulo-Alves/Menu-2603665.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mondo79 Posted January 6, 2024 Share #154 Posted January 6, 2024 At the end of the 1990s, I bought a second-hand Leica CL (built in the mid-1970s) with the Summicron-C 40mm. After a year, I put it aside and turned more to digital photography. More than two decades later, I bought a second-hand M 240 without a lens and remembered my old CL with the Summicron-C. The lens transplant was quickly completed. To sum up, I am totally thrilled with this little lens, which is almost 50 years old. 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4976011'>More sharing options...
mondo79 Posted January 6, 2024 Share #155 Posted January 6, 2024 M240, Summicron-C 40mm f/2 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4976014'>More sharing options...
mondo79 Posted January 6, 2024 Share #156 Posted January 6, 2024 M240, Summicron-C 40mm f/2 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4976015'>More sharing options...
Greenhilltony Posted January 9, 2024 Share #157 Posted January 9, 2024 Leica M3, M-Rokkor 40 CLE Version, Vision3 5219 Since my Rokkor-QF developed infinity misalignment after going through the cold days in my trip to Korea in December, and I came to a bargain with a CLE ver on eBay from Japan, I decided to order it. It is in mint condition and so far works perfectly as my already owned rokkors. The focus ring is well dampened, the resistance force feedback and smoothness is on par with my German goggle 35 summicron v1, which is previously the best handling lens I’ve experienced. The Rokkor is a perfect companion for me and my M3, because I don’t like shooting 50mm but also I can’t help falling in love with the viewfinder of M3. Since I come to the world of Leica I have owned several 35mm lens but none of them can really kick the Rokkor 40mm out of my mind. The compactness, the image quality and characters and the budget friendly price—I love it so much. I purchased a goggle 35 cron for my M3 last November. Though it is also a great lens, now I am more leaning towards keeping the Rokkor and return the cron to the dealer…The keeper choice of 35/40mm in my heart is already the M-Rokkor 40. I’d rather go for a SA 21/3.4 to satisfy my curiosity to it! 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! 8 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4979426'>More sharing options...
toodys Posted February 29, 2024 Share #158 Posted February 29, 2024 With Sony NEX5n 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=5063598'>More sharing options...
stephenmick Posted May 19, 2024 Share #159 Posted May 19, 2024 A little love for this little powerhouse of a 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! 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=5290140'>More sharing options...
justj Posted May 22, 2024 Share #160 Posted May 22, 2024 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! 9 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/324524-leitz-summicron-c-40mm-f2-a-little-hidden-gem-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=5295071'>More sharing options...
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