Guest Posted December 4, 2022 Share #1 Posted December 4, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) I currently have the 50mm Summicron V5 (silver chrome) and have lately been smitten by the older Leica lenses and Mandler magic compared to the newer ASPH. lenses. Currently loving my 35mm Summicron V3, 35mm 1.4 Steel Rim remake and 28mm 5.6 Summaron remake. 😊 I generally shoot people photography in reportage kind of style focusing on mood, composition and light. Now, I’m considering changing my 50mm Summicron towards either a 50mm Summilux pre-asph E46 or the 1.2 Noctilux remake. Will these give a more gentle rendering like the 35Cron V3 and 35SR or I’m a just GAS’ing and already have all the Mandler Magic I can get in the 50Cron V5? Any thoughts/advice would be greatly appreciated. Best, Mads Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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wda Posted December 4, 2022 Share #2 Posted December 4, 2022 Hello Mads, Whatever you do, keep your Summicron lens. It has proven its worth to you, and that needn't change. If you add another 50 mm lens, your results will not be very much different. If you enjoy people photography, travel to a new destination and find new subjects of interest to you there. Find new challenges. Get rid of GAS. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted December 4, 2022 Share #3 Posted December 4, 2022 Cannot tell for the 50/1.2 but the 50/1.4 v3 would give you a more gentle rendering at f/1.4. At f/2 it is slightly sharper than the 50/2 v5 at the centre of the frame but it is also softer at edges and corners. It never gives me a clinical feeling anyway. Otherwise, the 50/1.4 v3 has less flare and focus shift than the 50/2 v5 but i would not expect significant sharpness on edges and corners below f/5.6. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Brown Posted December 4, 2022 Share #4 Posted December 4, 2022 Noctilux 50/1.2 remake is a purely character lens, you *must* test one out before deciding, there is a 99% chance you will not like it. 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 4, 2022 Share #5 Posted December 4, 2022 1 minute ago, Al Brown said: Noctilux 50/1.2 remake is a purely character lens, you *must* test one out before deciding, there is a 99% chance you will not like it. Also if I LOVE the 35mm SR re-make which is quite glowy at f/1.4. 😊 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spydrxx Posted December 4, 2022 Share #6 Posted December 4, 2022 GAS can only be relieved by either coming to your senses or making a purchase😁 1 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Brown Posted December 4, 2022 Share #7 Posted December 4, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) 47 minutes ago, mcpallesen said: Also if I LOVE the 35mm SR re-make which is quite glowy at f/1.4. 😊 The Steel rim remake' s character is not really comparable to 50/1.2 remake. But there is still that 1%... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darylgo Posted December 4, 2022 Share #8 Posted December 4, 2022 50/1.4 v3 or v2 or v1, they're all great. My 50/1.2 reissue (no longer mine) is the 99% majority Al has stated, otoh the 50/1 is two thumbs up with the caveat that CA becomes difficult in some lighting situations, 24mp is okay, 40 or 60mp it becomes difficult to remove in post. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kretsche Posted December 4, 2022 Share #9 Posted December 4, 2022 vor 7 Stunden schrieb mcpallesen: BI currently have the 50mm Summicron V5 (silver chrome) and have lately been smitten by the older Leica lenses and Mandler magic compared to the newer ASPH. lenses. Currently loving my 35mm Summicron V3, 35mm 1.4 Steel Rim remake and 28mm 5.6 Summaron remake. 😊 I generally shoot people photography in reportage kind of style focusing on mood, composition and light. Now, I’m considering changing my 50mm Summicron towards either a 50mm Summilux pre-asph E46 or the 1.2 Noctilux remake. Will these give a more gentle rendering like the 35Cron V3 and 35SR or I’m a just GAS’ing and already have all the Mandler Magic I can get in the 50Cron V5? Any thoughts/advice would be greatly appreciated. Best, Mads Maybe that will help you, from page 6… Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 4, 2022 Share #10 Posted December 4, 2022 15 minutes ago, kretsche said: Maybe that will help you, from page 6… Thank you @kretsche Just looked through the thread. It looks amazing!! So much the look I’m going for. I think this will be my next lens although a crazy price… Let’s see… the 50mm Summilux pre-asph e46 seems slightly more dreamy but controlled, if that makes sense? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 6, 2022 Share #11 Posted December 6, 2022 Bump, for further input/advice from 50mm 1.2 Nocti reissue or 50mm Summilux pre-asph E46 owners. Much appreciated 😊 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
didier Posted December 8, 2022 Share #12 Posted December 8, 2022 Hello Mads, I understand your thoughts. I own 7 Leica 50s 🙃 … but neither the pre-asph lux, nor the 1.2 Noct. It is great to have several Lenses with different footprints and character. I am considering selling my ‘lux asph 50 standard version (as I got the BC version recently) and buy either the 1,2 or the lux v3. I have very mixed feelings with the 1,2 Noct : I had the opportunity to spend half an hour with it twice in Wetzlar. Size is great : it is small and handy (compared to the other Nocts). First time I tested it I was very unhappy with the results. I found the results dull and not interesting; particularly portraits at short distance. Second time, I loved the results I got, particularly at mid-distance (portraits). My conclusion is it would not be my everyday Lens but a very specialty Lens. I will probably wait to see how the used market for this lens evolves… I have a huge regret not buying the ‘lux v3 15 years ago as I had the opportunity to buy a mint silver copy for Eur 900… Given the actual prices I hesitate, but I may take the plunge… Didier Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thighslapper Posted December 8, 2022 Share #13 Posted December 8, 2022 If you are shooting with a digital M you can emulate all the things you like in processing ..... but you can't easily reverse the baked in aberrations and 'character' of an old lens. Of course, if you are shooting film then things are different. It always amuses me that Leica has spent a century seeking optical perfection only to find users preferring to stick old inferior optics on their cameras ...... 3 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shubee Posted December 8, 2022 Share #14 Posted December 8, 2022 The 50mm 1.2 is the most endearing of the 50mm. Capricious at 1.2, easier to control at 2 (provided you center the subject), delightful and as easy to use as any other 50mm at 2.8. Plus an ideal focusing ring and a round diagram. It's a lens that takes some learning, but it's worth it. 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith (M) Posted December 8, 2022 Share #15 Posted December 8, 2022 For me the 50mm f1.2 re-issue is proving to be an easier / more pleasant lens to use than the f1 v4 I had previously whilst possessing similar quirks and character. It has (not yet) displaced my other 50mm's as the go-to choice, it may well do so soon (others are Summilux ASPH, Summicron 5cm Collapsible & ZM C-Sonnar f1.5). Whether it be at f1.2 or f8, on M11 or M10M, I have been delighted with results. 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 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/352877-50mm-summilux-pre-asph-e46-vs-50mm-12-noctilux-remake-or-stick-with-50mm-summicron-v5/?do=findComment&comment=4592803'>More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 8, 2022 Share #16 Posted December 8, 2022 3 hours ago, didier said: Hello Mads, I understand your thoughts. I own 7 Leica 50s 🙃 … but neither the pre-asph lux, nor the 1.2 Noct. It is great to have several Lenses with different footprints and character. I am considering selling my ‘lux asph 50 standard version (as I got the BC version recently) and buy either the 1,2 or the lux v3. I have very mixed feelings with the 1,2 Noct : I had the opportunity to spend half an hour with it twice in Wetzlar. Size is great : it is small and handy (compared to the other Nocts). First time I tested it I was very unhappy with the results. I found the results dull and not interesting; particularly portraits at short distance. Second time, I loved the results I got, particularly at mid-distance (portraits). My conclusion is it would not be my everyday Lens but a very specialty Lens. I will probably wait to see how the used market for this lens evolves… I have a huge regret not buying the ‘lux v3 15 years ago as I had the opportunity to buy a mint silver copy for Eur 900… Given the actual prices I hesitate, but I may take the plunge… Didier Thanks Didier for the great input. I'm still back and forth, especially with 50mm not being my main FL (35mm is). I took my 50mm Summicron V5 silver chrome out for a spin yesterday on my M10Mono, and must say it also gives fine results. The huge increase in 50Lux pre-asph v3 prices, makes me feel, that it's either sticking to my 50Cron V5 or taking the plunge for the 50Noct 1.2 re-issue. I also started reading about the 50mm Summicron V3, which also sounds like a delightful lens - but maybe too close to my 50 V5? Apparently it never ends... 🙂 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakontil Posted December 9, 2022 Share #17 Posted December 9, 2022 On 12/5/2022 at 12:45 AM, spydrxx said: GAS can only be relieved by either coming to your senses or making a purchase😁 i end up collecting the 50's 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aryel Posted December 10, 2022 Share #18 Posted December 10, 2022 They have a very different rendering at large apertures. If you are considering replacing your summicron I’d suggest the summilux. If you are looking at a complement then the noctilux maybe as it is more different when compared to your summicron. Only you can decide. I really like both. One thing to note about the noctilux is that usually reviewers will describe it as a lens that can be very versatile. I strongly disagree with this description. The really long focus throw is great for shooting at large apertures but is a hindrance (for me) when closed down. This is why I suggest to look at it as a complementary lens. Have fun deciding, at the end, nothing can beat trying out. They’re both great. As a film shooter, the summilux e46 is the most versatile of the two for me. I do not hesitate to take it along when travelling: 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! For me the noctilux is more special and whilst I wouldn’t want it as my only 50, I really enjoy using it: Hope this helps! 7 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! For me the noctilux is more special and whilst I wouldn’t want it as my only 50, I really enjoy using it: Hope this helps! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/352877-50mm-summilux-pre-asph-e46-vs-50mm-12-noctilux-remake-or-stick-with-50mm-summicron-v5/?do=findComment&comment=4594561'>More sharing options...
didier Posted December 10, 2022 Share #19 Posted December 10, 2022 On 12/9/2022 at 4:39 AM, jakontil said: i end up collecting the 50's I also end up getting a lot of 50s☺️ (7 M mount, lux SL, 3 LTM) Well, I don’t consider myself a real collector, and I must say I don’t collect anything, but I like using different 50s depending on mood and situation ! didier 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakontil Posted December 10, 2022 Share #20 Posted December 10, 2022 29 minutes ago, didier said: I also end up getting a lot of 50s☺️ (7 M mount, lux SL, 3 LTM) Well, I don’t consider myself a real collector, and I must say I don’t collect anything, but I like using different 50s depending on mood and situation ! didier exactly, i dont collect lenses too but i just love the results of each of different lenses related to the shooting scenario, hard to pick which is best but i know which is preferred 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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