NicholasT Posted February 8, 2022 Share #1 Posted February 8, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) I currently own Leica's fine 21mm Super-Elmar 3.4 ASPH. Needless to say I'm extremely pleased with the lens. It's my go to wide angle lens. That said, particularly when I go out with 1-2 lens I tend to leave it behind. I'm looking for a more compact quality alternative for street/city/travel. From reviews I gather that 3.5 Skopar is a significant improvement over prior 4.0 model, particularly when shooting with digital M. That said the Skopar 3.5 V1 appears to have some rather significant field curvature issues unless stopped down to F8. I've searched for reviews on the newly released Version II, but haven't been able to find any reviews or tests of this lens. If anyone owns this lens and can share impressions and maybe a few photos, it would be greatly appreciated. Also would be particularly interested in knowing what specific improvements were made in the new version of this lens. Thanks! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted February 8, 2022 Posted February 8, 2022 Hi NicholasT, Take a look here Voigtländer Color Skopar 3.5/21mm Asph. VM II - New Version II Photos and First Impressions. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
cbgrey Posted February 8, 2022 Share #2 Posted February 8, 2022 I had the 21mm f4 but really didn't like the quality of it. After looking at a few reviews I got the f/3.5 and am very happy with it. I have never had the Leica so I can't direct compare but the quality and compactness are perfect for me. Here are few shots I've taken with it (ignore the EXIF data...it's wrong). 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/329608-voigtl%C3%A4nder-color-skopar-3521mm-asph-vm-ii-new-version-ii-photos-and-first-impressions/?do=findComment&comment=4379483'>More sharing options...
NicholasT Posted February 8, 2022 Author Share #3 Posted February 8, 2022 (edited) These images look great, particularly (as you indicate) coming from a lens as light and compact as the Skopar 3.5. I assume this is V1 of the lens? Thanks for the feedback! Edited February 8, 2022 by NicholasT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbgrey Posted February 8, 2022 Share #4 Posted February 8, 2022 This is one of the reviews I saw when considering the lens... 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbgrey Posted February 8, 2022 Share #5 Posted February 8, 2022 1 minute ago, NicholasT said: These images look great, particularly (as you indicate) coming from a lens as light and compact as the Skopar 3.5. I assume this is V1? Thanks for the feedback! It is v1 but my understanding is that the lens formula is the same between v1 and v2...just the case and focusing stick changed. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted February 9, 2022 Share #6 Posted February 9, 2022 I have V1 and I am super pleased with it. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfaspen Posted March 6, 2022 Share #7 Posted March 6, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) I too am curious about the V2. I dislike the stick focus tab, so didn't consider this lens until the V2 with proper focus tab. However, the reported field curvature from V1 reviews has me hesitating. I would be thrilled to learn it has been addressed in V2. Anybody know? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olivier76 Posted March 9, 2022 Share #8 Posted March 9, 2022 There’s one in German, that’s pretty much THE only review so far… 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
armadsen Posted March 22, 2022 Share #9 Posted March 22, 2022 Does anyone know if the version 2 lens actually includes the hood? B&H's listing says "Includes Lens Hood", but version 1 didn't, and I can't find any other evidence, including photos, to indicate that version 2 actually includes a lens hood. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spydrxx Posted March 23, 2022 Share #10 Posted March 23, 2022 6 hours ago, armadsen said: Does anyone know if the version 2 lens actually includes the hood? B&H's listing says "Includes Lens Hood", but version 1 didn't, and I can't find any other evidence, including photos, to indicate that version 2 actually includes a lens hood. So buy it from B&H and you are assured it includes the lens hood. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarimelKrunch Posted September 5, 2023 Share #11 Posted September 5, 2023 Circling back to find this while i’m considering a 21 SEM. I bought the V2 color-skopar to replace my version 1 because i liked the handling better. The V2 does not come with hood (i bought mine from B&H). I stopped bothering with the hood anyway most of the time tbh. This lens handles flare well enough for me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Segal Posted September 14, 2023 Share #12 Posted September 14, 2023 I just bought this lens for my trip to Antelope Canyon later this year. I hope to test it this weekend in New York. I tried snapping pictures around the house, and it looks great for indoor photography if you're into 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! 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/329608-voigtl%C3%A4nder-color-skopar-3521mm-asph-vm-ii-new-version-ii-photos-and-first-impressions/?do=findComment&comment=4857787'>More sharing options...
Segal Posted September 18, 2023 Share #13 Posted September 18, 2023 Tried the lens in New York, and learned that I absolutely suck with wide lenses It is a fun lens, though. 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/329608-voigtl%C3%A4nder-color-skopar-3521mm-asph-vm-ii-new-version-ii-photos-and-first-impressions/?do=findComment&comment=4860166'>More sharing options...
Malabito Posted October 3, 2023 Share #14 Posted October 3, 2023 Awesome lens! Love mine, works great with the m and with the sl2s... 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 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/329608-voigtl%C3%A4nder-color-skopar-3521mm-asph-vm-ii-new-version-ii-photos-and-first-impressions/?do=findComment&comment=4869357'>More sharing options...
Segal Posted November 19, 2023 Share #15 Posted November 19, 2023 Premature Christmas decorations 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/329608-voigtl%C3%A4nder-color-skopar-3521mm-asph-vm-ii-new-version-ii-photos-and-first-impressions/?do=findComment&comment=4915038'>More sharing options...
Malabito Posted November 19, 2023 Share #16 Posted November 19, 2023 a few more images with this great little 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! 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/329608-voigtl%C3%A4nder-color-skopar-3521mm-asph-vm-ii-new-version-ii-photos-and-first-impressions/?do=findComment&comment=4915265'>More sharing options...
Rick in CO Posted November 19, 2023 Share #17 Posted November 19, 2023 Here's an un-edited pix of the Kyoto Imperial Guest House taken with the Voigtlander 21mm f3.5 Color Skopar II on the Leica M10R to give an indication of field curvature. (The bridge actually has some curve to it.) If you don't care for the focus stick, BH sells a stick-on rubber focus tab. I un-screwed the stick and placed the focus tab over it - works great and hasn't fallen off yet. Also, I purchased a cheap wide angle metal hood that doesn't vignette and provides protection for the lens without having to use a filter. It was on for this shot. 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! 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/329608-voigtl%C3%A4nder-color-skopar-3521mm-asph-vm-ii-new-version-ii-photos-and-first-impressions/?do=findComment&comment=4915755'>More sharing options...
Segal Posted December 31, 2023 Share #18 Posted December 31, 2023 This lens turned out to be perfect for Antelope Canyon 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/329608-voigtl%C3%A4nder-color-skopar-3521mm-asph-vm-ii-new-version-ii-photos-and-first-impressions/?do=findComment&comment=4968212'>More sharing options...
Harpomatic Posted January 2, 2024 Share #19 Posted January 2, 2024 On 9/18/2023 at 8:27 PM, Segal 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! A bit late to the thread but I just saw this. You might be selling yourself short: this is a really good shot! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Segal Posted January 3, 2024 Share #20 Posted January 3, 2024 11 hours ago, Harpomatic said: A bit late to the thread but I just saw this. You might be selling yourself short: this is a really good shot! Thank you! This was pure luck :) I saw the reflections and the transition between the street and the underground entrance but couldn't stop so as not to block people behind me from entering the store. I snapped a picture from the hip, and it turned out well. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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