sean_reid Posted November 24, 2007 Share #41 Posted November 24, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Unfortunately the f4 of the CV is not bright enough for me. If I was willing to sacrifice this much light then I would happily go for the new Zeiss 18mm for an even wider view, however f2.8 is my absolute limit which restricts me to the Leica E-60 or the Zeiss. Judging by some other threads, the Zeiss is a brilliant lens, but perhaps more trouble than it is worth in terms of coding etc. It looks like my only option then is the Leica E-60 pre-aspherical. If anyone can comment on whether there is a significant difference in quality between the aspherical and non-aspherical versions of this lens, then that would be of interest to me. Hi James, I got your e-mail as well but thought I might as well reply here since they may be others interested in your question. First off, I find that when my eye is centered in the finder and is tracking the subject, the M8 finder shows approximately the field of view of a 24 mm lens focused at about 7 feet or further. I myself could never use the full M8 finder to know my edges with a 21 mm lens. I use a CV 28 finder, as mentioned above. I do not wear glasses. I haven't tested the older Leica 21 but one difference between it and the Zeiss will likeky come down to contrast. The Zeiss 21 is already a higher contrast lens than the current Leica 21. How you feel about that quality may play a big part in choosing which lens will work better for you. Added: Just saw your later post. Enjoy the Zeiss. Cheers, Sean Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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sean_reid Posted November 24, 2007 Share #42 Posted November 24, 2007 In my opinion the Zeiss lens is the best of the three. Obviously it beats the CV lens hands-down, but unexpectedly I much preferred it to the Elmarit too. Why "obviously" for the former and "unexpectedly" for the latter? Cheers, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndjambrose Posted November 24, 2007 Share #43 Posted November 24, 2007 Why "obviously" for the former and "unexpectedly" for the latter? Cheers, Fair question. I did point out that this was a personal evaluation based on my shooting style and subject preferences. And in that context an extra stop is an undeniable advantage, even if all other factors were equal. And the Elmarit is a lens with a great reputation. Discovering that the Zeiss lens was every bit as good at less than 1/3rd of the price was unexpected to me. But, having learned this pleasant fact, I will now be investigating other Zeiss lenses. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean_reid Posted November 24, 2007 Share #44 Posted November 24, 2007 Fair question. I did point out that this was a personal evaluation based on my shooting style and subject preferences. And in that context an extra stop is an undeniable advantage, even if all other factors were equal. And the Elmarit is a lens with a great reputation. Discovering that the Zeiss lens was every bit as good at less than 1/3rd of the price was unexpected to me. But, having learned this pleasant fact, I will now be investigating other Zeiss lenses. The Zeiss has the highest contrast of the four current 21 lenses. Some like that and some don't. Technically, though, its a high achievement. Frankly, I think we're spoiled for choice and I love that about M cameras. Cheers, Sean Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Ortego Posted November 25, 2007 Share #45 Posted November 25, 2007 I have read Sean Reid's reviews (great by the way) although I’m hell-bent on the over priced Elmarit. It will take awhile since I just entered the Leica culture and therefore, I’m broke. The 28-cron’ along with M8 wasn’t easy, not to mention the usual accessories that seem to grow like wildfire. Still, my lens set will comprise of the 21-28-50-Lux’. So, what’s' another 7k amongst friends. Regards, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patman Posted November 25, 2007 Share #46 Posted November 25, 2007 Can't speak for anyone else but i have the Zeiss 21mm f2.8 with coding and filter and find it a big disappointment. I don't find it very sharp and it doesn't compare with my Leica glass! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean_reid Posted November 25, 2007 Share #47 Posted November 25, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Can't speak for anyone else but i have the Zeiss 21mm f2.8 with coding and filter and find it a big disappointment. I don't find it very sharp and it doesn't compare with my Leica glass! Something is very wrong with your lens. Cheers, Sean Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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