biglouis Posted September 15, 2006 Share #1 Posted September 15, 2006 Advertisement (gone after registration) Interesting to note that in the list of accessories for the Digilux 3 there is mention of a 4/3 adapter for Leica-R lenses. If my understanding is correct the crop fact is double on the Digilux 3, so would this actually be anything of use or is it just a nice idea? LouisB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted September 15, 2006 Posted September 15, 2006 Hi biglouis, Take a look here 4/3rd adapter Leica-R lenses to Leica Digilux 3. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
cjago Posted September 15, 2006 Share #2 Posted September 15, 2006 Interesting to note that in the list of accessories for the Digilux 3 there is mention of a 4/3 adapter for Leica-R lenses. If my understanding is correct the crop fact is double on the Digilux 3, so would this actually be anything of use or is it just a nice idea? LouisB There are Leica R lens options that don't exist in the Olympus/Sigma/Panasonic/Leica 4/3rds line up. I'm currently using a R 100mm macro on my E-330. I've blogged about why you might want to do this. http://www.auspiciousdragon.net/E1blog/100mmr.html Obviously I'm not using the Leica adapter, but other people have been making them for some time. Colin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
biglouis Posted September 15, 2006 Author Share #3 Posted September 15, 2006 Colin, thanks for the link. I suppose that the 60mm M would then be a good match if you want a 120mm tele with macro capability. LouisB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertwang Posted September 15, 2006 Share #4 Posted September 15, 2006 My OLIA uses the R to 4/3 adapter already. I plan to buy the official Leica version now too! K, here she is again! 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! 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/5289-43rd-adapter-leica-r-lenses-to-leica-digilux-3/?do=findComment&comment=50939'>More sharing options...
albertwang Posted September 15, 2006 Share #5 Posted September 15, 2006 In case you are wondering, this is part number 18628 to order straight from Leica. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemeng Posted September 15, 2006 Share #6 Posted September 15, 2006 FWIW, I can't see much point in spending up big on an official Leica ring, when many of us have been using either the ROXSEN or Cameraquest adapters without trouble for months. Leica FAQ - Four-Thirds Digital Leica(s) Just as good quality. They work. Why waste money?... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertwang Posted September 15, 2006 Share #7 Posted September 15, 2006 Advertisement (gone after registration) Check sample photo at: http://www.leica-camera-user.com/digital-forum/5369-olia-olyleica-35-70mm-f4-zoom.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
petermcwerner Posted September 17, 2006 Share #8 Posted September 17, 2006 I've blogged about why you might want to do this. Colin, Interesting blog, Colin. The picture in Article #030 June 2006 Leica R9 can not be seen, would be nice to put it back. Cheers Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjago Posted September 17, 2006 Share #9 Posted September 17, 2006 Colin,Interesting blog, Colin. The picture in Article #030 June 2006 Leica R9 can not be seen, would be nice to put it back. Cheers Peter Peter, Pictures are there now. Thanks. Colin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjago Posted September 17, 2006 Share #10 Posted September 17, 2006 Colin, thanks for the link. I suppose that the 60mm M would then be a good match if you want a 120mm tele with macro capability. LouisB LouisB, Yes, 2x is the relevant factor (on the diagonal - you get marginally more vertical and less horizontal because of the shape). The 60mm would probably suit the lighter 4/3rds cameras better than the 100mm just for in-the-hands-balance. I've no experience of the 60mm, but I understand it is fine from those who have used it. Colin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertwang Posted September 17, 2006 Share #11 Posted September 17, 2006 However the 60mm will not give the depth of field like the 100mm Macro will. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johann_wolfgang Posted September 29, 2006 Share #12 Posted September 29, 2006 let us look forward [ATTACH]10230[/ATTACH] what results will we get with the Macro-Elmarit-R 2.8/60 attached to the Digilux 3 ? Regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertwang Posted September 29, 2006 Share #13 Posted September 29, 2006 Beautiful photo! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johann_wolfgang Posted September 29, 2006 Share #14 Posted September 29, 2006 Hello Albert, thanks for your comment. [ATTACH]10236[/ATTACH] Thanks for looking Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robsteve Posted September 29, 2006 Share #15 Posted September 29, 2006 Imagine what birders could do with a one of the big modular lens. Take a 400mm f2.8 and you get a 800 f2.8. The big APO lenses are super sharp in the middle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrc Posted September 29, 2006 Share #16 Posted September 29, 2006 Johann, Terrific! JC Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
biglouis Posted October 2, 2006 Author Share #17 Posted October 2, 2006 Despite making the original post I only just saw this. Unbelievably good photograph and I guess it answers exactly my question. Thank you for sharing LouisB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterb Posted October 2, 2006 Share #18 Posted October 2, 2006 With all the excitment surrounding the M8, I started a thread that stated flatly, "Don't discount the Digilux 3 so soon..." and in it I stated that with the ability to attach R lenses to this camera you would have a formidable picture taking machine. The awesome images I've seen here have borne that out! Wow!! What images. The thing is, however, should I look into a D3 or the Olympus E-330 (or Panasonic L1)? I can't imagine any firmware that could improve upon what I just saw here. P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johann_wolfgang Posted October 3, 2006 Share #19 Posted October 3, 2006 Robert, John, Louis, Peter, thanks for your comments. I think the R-bellows with Elmar 4/100 is the right thing to be attached http://www.leica-camera-user.com/nature-wildlife/4606-little-visitor.html Regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johann_wolfgang Posted October 3, 2006 Share #20 Posted October 3, 2006 @peterb: for Digilux 3 and its Panasister, the viewfinder with its mirrors and lensmount basis comes from Oly. Probably there is a better engine inside Pana/Leica to handle sensor data. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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