stunsworth Posted October 31, 2006 Share #21 Posted October 31, 2006 Advertisement (gone after registration) Actually the Zeiss 25mm M mount is another good choice... I prefer that one. Once you've done something to correct the fact that it brings up the wrong framelines ;-) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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peterb Posted October 31, 2006 Share #22 Posted October 31, 2006 For landscape and street, for me, the hands down winner would be the 24mm. The FOV'll be slightly wider than the current 35mm but far less pronounced than the current 28mm (which I often found a bit too wide). The 28mm, which while a superb lense would narrow the FOV perhaps a bit too much. I'd rather be slightly wider than the current 35mm FOV than slightly narrower. The 35mm lenses on the M8 will be the new normal lenses, which, while fine for some are a tad TOO normal for me. I like what lenses do helping you force what YOU see to others in a somewhat dramatic way. The 50s' (the Noctilux in particular) would be a slightly short tele which, could be incredible for portraiture and group shots with the 75mm Summi capping the kit. Regards, Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSmelik Posted October 31, 2006 Share #23 Posted October 31, 2006 I would try out some of the Voigtländer lenses before go for expensive leica lenses. Although digital benfits from good lenses it's not as with film where leica lenses have the benefit. You can get a set of VC lenses at the price of a single Leica lens, just try it out, find out whats best for you and then go for the Leica, you would be able to get rid of the VC lenses second hand at reasonable prices. Unless ofcourse you have people looking at your prints with 10x schneider loupes, in which case I would suggest a 25mm Zeiss, which in my opinion is one of the best lenses money can buy today. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradreiman Posted October 31, 2006 Share #24 Posted October 31, 2006 ot-for sean reid.....any word on zeiss bayonet change for 25mm to bring up 24mm frameline on m8? I think i read somewhere you were going to look into it....b Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gurtch Posted October 31, 2006 Share #25 Posted October 31, 2006 Actually the Zeiss 25mm M mount is another good choice... I prefer that one. The Zeiss 25mm lens brings up the 28mm frame lines on the M8, not the 24mm lines---a BIG dissadvantage IMO. Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSmelik Posted October 31, 2006 Share #26 Posted October 31, 2006 you can have it corrected, or correct it yourself. but the 25mm zeiss is definately worth it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSmelik Posted October 31, 2006 Share #27 Posted October 31, 2006 Advertisement (gone after registration) But then again the 28mm framelines are not such a problem now are they ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Ross Posted October 31, 2006 Share #28 Posted October 31, 2006 In the opinion of past M Leica users, what is the one best focal length to purchase for street photography and landscapes. I realize there isn't one lens that will satisfy all situations, but if you could only buy one lens which would it be? Thanks. Another approach works with esimating the field of view for the distance to the subject, before putting the camera to the eye. This has to do with the sensor dimensions and the focal length. The sensor in the M8 is 27mm X 18mm. If you use a 28mm lens the horizontal (landscape) width will be the same as the distance to the subject. A 35mm lens is about twice the sensor's short side, so at 12ft your field of view's short side will be one half the distance to the subject or 6ft. Figuring out your comfort zone in street photography will help you decide on the best focal length for your style. Bob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
billh Posted November 1, 2006 Share #29 Posted November 1, 2006 BTW, my favorite focal length lens on the M8 so far is 28 mm but we're all different, of course. Why - field of view or another reason? Plus, which 28? When you use a film M, which lens in this focal length area do you prefer? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean_reid Posted November 1, 2006 Share #30 Posted November 1, 2006 ot-for sean reid.....any word on zeiss bayonet change for 25mm to bring up 24mm frameline on m8? I think i read somewhere you were going to look into it....b Believe it or not, I have everything I need to check that here except a screwdriver with the right size blade for the screws on the bayonet. All my jewelers screwdrivers are too thick. I've taken to having a screwdriver ground down but still no go - yet. Cheers, Sean Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean_reid Posted November 1, 2006 Share #31 Posted November 1, 2006 Why - field of view or another reason? Plus, which 28? When you use a film M, which lens in this focal length area do you prefer? Field of view... Which 28? Still testing, will do an article on 28s. On film I prefer 35, 40 and 50. Cheers, Sean Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
billh Posted November 1, 2006 Share #32 Posted November 1, 2006 Field of view... Which 28? Still testing, will do an article on 28s. On film I prefer 35, 40 and 50. Cheers, Sean I would ask "when"?, but I do remember those very few hours of sleep you are getting... The 35/40 is likely why you end up liking a 28 on the M8. I hadn't used a 50mm lens for years until I bought the Noctilux, and later the 50ASPH when it came out. The 35 and 75 make a nice, light, versatile pair to carry with an M. Next week should be interesting! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradreiman Posted November 1, 2006 Share #33 Posted November 1, 2006 thanks sean-really considering the zeiss 25. id prefer a little wider but i have a cv 21 and want a daily user that doesnt require an external finder. maybe a leica 24 after i get my finances back in order....b Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddawn Posted November 1, 2006 Share #34 Posted November 1, 2006 I will go for the Summicron 28 ASPH. Ist the best lens Leica produces (better than the 50mm Summicron!) and its the widest lens whoes frame you still can see in the viewer. At the M8 it will have the classical 35mm. The second one would be a Summilux 50mm... for portraits actually the widest lens with frameslines u can still use in the camera viewfinder is the 24mm Elmarit, not the 28. The 24 will give a field of view of around 31.2mm after the 1.33 crop. but the widest, FASTEST Leica made lens u can put on the M8 and still use the internal framelines is the 28 cron Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted November 1, 2006 Share #35 Posted November 1, 2006 My biggest concern is the 75 apo and the 90 apo. I bought the 75 apo new and just picked up the 90 apo used. From what i can tell the 75mm frame lines just don't look right in proportion and the 90mm frame line looks better. having the 50 lux i maybe happier with the 90 apo. I hear they have the same look to them . One has to go, I simply have to many lenses for this. can't believe i just said that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Roberts Posted November 1, 2006 Share #36 Posted November 1, 2006 {snipped} One has to go, I simply have to many lenses for this. can't believe i just said that Heh heh -- let us (well, me) know what you're getting rid of; I'm thinking either of them would be fine! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
billh Posted November 1, 2006 Share #37 Posted November 1, 2006 My biggest concern is the 75 apo and the 90 apo. I bought the 75 apo new and just picked up the 90 apo used. From what i can tell the 75mm frame lines just don't look right in proportion and the 90mm frame line looks better. having the 50 lux i maybe happier with the 90 apo. I hear they have the same look to them . One has to go, I simply have to many lenses for this. can't believe i just said that The APO75 is sharper than the APO 90. I have not used the 90 since I got the 75 - also, the 75mm gives you the field of view of a 100mm lens. This argues for keeping the 75 and letting the 90 go. However, there is that miserable little 75mm frame to consider... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted November 1, 2006 Share #38 Posted November 1, 2006 That is what is bugging me Bill . let's see if i can download the framelines to see Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted November 1, 2006 Share #39 Posted November 1, 2006 Got these from Phils site at DPR here is the 28-90 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/8194-best-m8-lens-focal-length/?do=findComment&comment=81596'>More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted November 1, 2006 Share #40 Posted November 1, 2006 Than the 75 and looks to me it is off 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/8194-best-m8-lens-focal-length/?do=findComment&comment=81597'>More sharing options...
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