bernstein1234 Posted June 3, 2023 Share #1  Posted June 3, 2023 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) Perhaps it's me but I did not see a thread for this lens. IMO it definitely deserves one! I'm not gonna use technical words like 'rendering' and 'leica glow' but I like how the lens create low contrast images with a clarity in them even at f2 wide open with my ME (Typ 220). Here's a few of my favourites for a start, wide open: 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 June 3, 2023 by bernstein1234 6 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4785953'>More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted June 3, 2023 Posted June 3, 2023 Hi bernstein1234, Take a look here 35mm Summicron V1 (8 elements) thread. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
bernstein1234 Posted June 3, 2023 Author Share #2  Posted June 3, 2023 At f8: 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4785955'>More sharing options...
colint544 Posted June 3, 2023 Share #3  Posted June 3, 2023 (edited) As you'll know, it's a lovely lens, especially on modern sensors. Razor sharp, but with slightly less contrast than modern lenses. I used to have one, and used it on the M9 I had at the time. My copy could flare a bit when shot against harsh light, but I really appreciated its tiny size, and bank vault-like build quality. It's like a piece of art, almost over-engineered, a statement of what Leica were able to do at the time I stupidly sold my eight element. I had paid £400 for it back in 1998, and someone on eBay gave me £1650 for it in 2011. I was going all out to get the newly launched 35 Summilux FLE. The prices of eight elements have continued to rocket, to the point that I couldn't justify buying one back. They're going for collector prices now, which is obviously a shame if you want to buy one. Looks nice on your camera.  Edited June 3, 2023 by colint544 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mdg1371 Posted June 3, 2023 Popular Post Share #4  Posted June 3, 2023 Wetzlar production 8 element  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! 39 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4786096'>More sharing options...
Popular Post mdg1371 Posted June 3, 2023 Popular Post Share #5  Posted June 3, 2023 One more… 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! 23 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4786098'>More sharing options...
a.noctilux Posted June 3, 2023 Share #6  Posted June 3, 2023 We have some interesting inputs at Collectors area, I use two of these for many decades, one in M2 mount, the other is M3 type (goggled !). The hypes for this 8 element is good thing to balance the 'asph/apo' hypes. Nice 35mm but in my use not any "better" than my other 35mm lenses. 😇 My now prefered is "not loved" lens or non hyped Summarit-M 2.5/35, just a lens to use without fear. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernstein1234 Posted June 3, 2023 Author Share #7  Posted June 3, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) 1 hour ago, a.noctilux said: We have some interesting inputs at Collectors area, I use two of these for many decades, one in M2 mount, the other is M3 type (goggled !). The hypes for this 8 element is good thing to balance the 'asph/apo' hypes. Nice 35mm but in my use not any "better" than my other 35mm lenses. 😇 My now prefered is "not loved" lens or non hyped Summarit-M 2.5/35, just a lens to use without fear. I used to own lenses/bodies which are considered brand new - flawless in appearance (mint). I would fear to bring them outside for fear of scratching or dropping (M10-R Black Paint comes to mind) but somehow the 8e inspires me to bring it out even more, even though I know its value and the potential pain of losing it to damage or theft. Perhaps its the small size and featherweight which made me do so. Nowadays the 8e is permanently glued to my ME and my 35 FLE Edition 60 has been sitting in the dry cabinet since I got the former. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernstein1234 Posted June 3, 2023 Author Share #8  Posted June 3, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, mdg1371 said: One more… 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! Great shots @mdg1371! I'll post some b/w shots soon! Edited June 3, 2023 by bernstein1234 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernstein1234 Posted June 3, 2023 Author Share #9  Posted June 3, 2023 2 hours ago, colint544 said: As you'll know, it's a lovely lens, especially on modern sensors. Razor sharp, but with slightly less contrast than modern lenses. I used to have one, and used it on the M9 I had at the time. My copy could flare a bit when shot against harsh light, but I really appreciated its tiny size, and bank vault-like build quality. It's like a piece of art, almost over-engineered, a statement of what Leica were able to do at the time I stupidly sold my eight element. I had paid £400 for it back in 1998, and someone on eBay gave me £1650 for it in 2011. I was going all out to get the newly launched 35 Summilux FLE. The prices of eight elements have continued to rocket, to the point that I couldn't justify buying one back. They're going for collector prices now, which is obviously a shame if you want to buy one. Looks nice on your camera.  Hi @colint544, I did consider the outlay for this piece of 1960s lens and in my mind I was 'is it worth it?' One day a local dealer informed me someone would be trading in his 8e the next day and off I go to the store and saw it, traded my 50 APO and 35 Summaron for it. No regrets. In fact, before I purchased the 8e, my Summaron was glued to my camera body more than the 50 APO. The 50 APO is considered a lightweight lens, but the Summaron (and subsequently the 8e) is even lighter! Perhaps that's the reason I traded in those lenses without second thoughts. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erato Posted June 3, 2023 Share #10  Posted June 3, 2023 (edited) Wetzlar 8e  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 June 3, 2023 by Erato 13 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4786188'>More sharing options...
Erato Posted June 3, 2023 Share #11  Posted June 3, 2023 ELC 8e 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 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4786193'>More sharing options...
me111 Posted June 3, 2023 Share #12  Posted June 3, 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! 13 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4786225'>More sharing options...
bernstein1234 Posted June 4, 2023 Author Share #13  Posted June 4, 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! 5 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4786922'>More sharing options...
bernstein1234 Posted June 4, 2023 Author Share #14  Posted June 4, 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! 4 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4786923'>More sharing options...
bernstein1234 Posted June 4, 2023 Author Share #15  Posted June 4, 2023 (edited) 8e 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 June 4, 2023 by bernstein1234 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4786924'>More sharing options...
RMF Posted June 10, 2023 Share #16  Posted June 10, 2023 I’m not affiliated with Leica Camera USA but I was just at my local Leica Boutique in Bellevue and looked over this really nice 8e for sale if anyone is looking for a nice one for at a reasonable market price (imho)https://leicacamerausa.com/pre-owned-35mm-summicron-m-f-2-silver-canada-v1-8-element-w-rear-cap-metal-silver-lens-cap-clip-on-vented-hood-clip-on-solid-hood-and-hood-cap-recent-yye-cla.html I already own a minty one or I would have snagged this one. Check it out if you happen to be looking for one; aperture had distinct clicks, focus very smooth and glass and exterior looked near perfect. Early version too with a #206* serial number.  3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erato Posted June 11, 2023 Share #17  Posted June 11, 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! 8e+M10-R, FYR. 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 8e+M10-R, FYR. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4791466'>More sharing options...
elgenper Posted June 11, 2023 Share #18  Posted June 11, 2023 My copy is at present getting a well deserved CLA, sorely missed in the meantime...  Here´s an old one from it, on my M9. 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! 15 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4791839'>More sharing options...
Alberti Posted June 11, 2023 Share #19  Posted June 11, 2023 (edited) The V1 is great. I never have much flare. 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! Opera house antwerp market both with Leica M-P Edited June 11, 2023 by Alberti 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Opera house antwerp market both with Leica M-P ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4791952'>More sharing options...
horosu Posted June 12, 2023 Share #20  Posted June 12, 2023 Leica M-D, Summicron 8 elements  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 1 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/377818-35mm-summicron-v1-8-elements-thread/?do=findComment&comment=4792538'>More sharing options...
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