APO35, SX35new

[DrM]

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Dear all,

Currently, I have the 35FLE with the 0.7m and I frequently run into close-up stuff I cannot photograph,... and end up with an iPhone shot or a crop (which often takes away the moment). The new SX35 and APO35 with close-up seem to be a great option. Is the extra investment for the APO bringing you more in day2day results? Also, the APO35 seems to be difficult to buy....?

Best regards

Marc

[wda]

Best to buy a macro lens, which I know is not very practical with a rangefinder camera. As you claim to do a lot of close-ups, perhaps you need to retink your kit. For occasional close-ups, there is no shame in using a smartphone camera.

[MaticB]

Both lenses are available at Digital Camera Graz - in stock! 

[DrM]

26 minutes ago, wda said:

Best to buy a macro lens, which I know is not very practical with a rangefinder camera. As you claim to do a lot of close-ups, perhaps you need to retink your kit. For occasional close-ups, there is no shame in using a smartphone camera.

Dear WDA,

Thank you for the suggestion.

Perhaps I did not describe my use case well. I like to photograph some details, or moody pictures in e.g. restaurants, but not on a macro level. The 0.3m distance is a great working distance in that regard.

I agree the smartphone can work as well, however I like to get the best use  out of my camera, and the image files are way more forgiving. 

Best regards,

Marc

Edited October 3, 2023 by DrM

[Jean-Michel]

The M rangefinder is limited to 0.7 meters. The availability to focus closer is when you use it with an EVF on your M or guesstimate the distance, or mount your lens on an SL or such. 

[jakontil]

if you can get the apo, get the apo, it is worth the extra money

[Bronco McBeast]

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Yes the ACRM35 is hard to find