stunsworth Posted June 21, 2008 Share #21 Posted June 21, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) Thank you folks. How do you recognize the late version of the 250/4? The lens has a tripod socket. On the earlier lenses this is fixed, on the later ones it's on a rotating collar. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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lct Posted June 21, 2008 Share #22 Posted June 21, 2008 The lens has a tripod socket. On the earlier lenses this is fixed, on the later ones it's on a rotating collar. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildlightphoto Posted June 21, 2008 Share #23 Posted June 21, 2008 Should I set my goal for saving money or should I focus more on getting used? If I do go for the saving route I only hope US$ value goes up....and Leica become more price friendly or it may take years to happened from now. I bought mine used. The general rule with Leica equipment is that you buy as soon as you think you might be able to afford it because the price will increase out of reach without a moment's notice. How do you recognize the late version of the 250/4? E67 filter, rotating tripod socket. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyCoupe Posted June 21, 2008 Share #24 Posted June 21, 2008 To the question, I held on through the DMR era, I am holding on now. The chance of an R10 is too tantalizing to pass on. To the discussion of the APO R 280/4, stunning. Exceptional. Light for what it is, easy to focus, and a terrific lens. I went to a gathering where some Leica factory people were there, and they described it as the best all 'round lens Leica has ever produced. I have no opinion about that, but I am certain it is one of their most successful designs. It has everything I want and expect from a Leica lens. Whether you buy used or new, you will be delighted. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted June 22, 2008 Share #25 Posted June 22, 2008 Thanks again guys. The 280/4 must be perfect judging by the price of a mint copy on eBay (about €5,000). 280/2.8 (€2,000) and late 250/4 (€700) versions are much cheaper by comparison. Aside from image quality, could this been explained by cams or ROM related problems, or compatibility issues in view of a possible full frame R10? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted June 22, 2008 Share #26 Posted June 22, 2008 There are no ROM problems with any lens that I know of, and no one knows anything about the R10, so I doubt whether either of these are influencing the lens prices. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted June 22, 2008 Share #27 Posted June 22, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) Any idea about how large image circles can be with 280/2.8, 280/4 and 250/4 R lenses? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyp Posted June 25, 2008 Share #28 Posted June 25, 2008 I'm sure if I could try out a 280 4.0 then my Ver 2 - 250 4.0 would not seem so nice. But, when used with Kodachrome, exposed and focused properly, it's a dadgum good lens. Of course, paying only $400 U.S. makes it all the better Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantice Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share #29 Posted June 25, 2008 The lens you have is better than the lens on the shielf............I hear this from somewhere but definitly agree on it~ I think I will still try to find 250/4 and 280/4 at the sametime but if I get 280 first then I won't get 250 lct, that's really interesting too. However I do wish to stay with 135mm when using R lens. I hear Canon-Leica with adapter is the reason for someone to expand their R, but aren't very limited? (I can't image using step-down to chase moving insects/animals) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted June 25, 2008 Share #30 Posted June 25, 2008 I would not pay $5000 or even $2000 for a lens which could be incompatible with the forthcoming R10 personally so i think i will wait till the price of the 280/2.8 drops around $1500 if any or i will take a late 250/4 thanks to your advice guys. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pascal_meheut Posted June 26, 2008 Share #31 Posted June 26, 2008 I'm sure if I could try out a 280 4.0 then my Ver 2 - 250 4.0 would not seem so nice. I have one and no lens seem nice compared to him not even the 100mm ApoMacro or the 180/2.8 APO. Only the 90/2 AA is close. A pleasure to focus too but too big and heavy sometimes unfortunately. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsh Posted June 26, 2008 Share #32 Posted June 26, 2008 The 350 f 4.8 Telyt R is also a very good lens and can be had for between $1,100.00 and $1,400.00. It is not APO, but the results are quite nice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gvaliquette Posted June 27, 2008 Share #33 Posted June 27, 2008 Doug: I recall that you also have/had/used the 350mm f4.8 Telyt, which I also have. How does it compare with the 280mm f4 APO-Telyt? Guy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsh Posted June 27, 2008 Share #34 Posted June 27, 2008 I have used the 280 Apo Telyt and it is definitely better than the 350 Telyt, but I only use that focal length on occasion so the 350 is the better lens for me because of the price I paid. If I were doing what Doug is, I would have the 280 Apo Telyt, hands down, but I would keep the 350. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildlightphoto Posted June 28, 2008 Share #35 Posted June 28, 2008 Doug: I recall that you also have/had/used the 350mm f4.8 Telyt, which I also have. How does it compare with the 280mm f4 APO-Telyt? Guy I have a friend who used to own the 350mm f/4.8. He traded it for the 400mm f/6.8 (a lens he had owned prior to the 350) for the 400's quicker focussing. I have not used the 350 myself. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamey Posted June 28, 2008 Share #36 Posted June 28, 2008 Will I ever expand my R equipment, most likly Yes. I am looking at the 21-35mm Vario, as I have no intention of giving up on my R system. As long I am able to get my slide film, I will continue to use it, till death us do part. As for Leica Digital... I am not that interested, my Canon G9 will do me. Ken. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdg Posted June 28, 2008 Share #37 Posted June 28, 2008 I am complete with my R9+DMR. I am using the Vario 21-35 mm and 28-90 mm, the 100 mm and 180 mm lences with 2 x Apo. Ext. I am absolutely happy with this equipment but I am looking for the R10. Than I will decide what should be done (or not). Regards Hans Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhsimmonds Posted July 4, 2008 Share #38 Posted July 4, 2008 Like Hans I am also very satisfied with my R9/DMR plus 21/35, 28/90, 80/200,105/280, and 100F2.8 macro. I also have a 2 x converter and 28/70 which do not get used so much. The first three are my favourite "travel" lenses! If the R10 or whatever it will be named doesn't use my existing R lenses, I will stay with the DMR! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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