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Leica Store wrote a new post, Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH Now Shipping in the USA 13 years, 3 months ago
Today, we received the official word from Leica USA that the highly anticipated Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH, originally announced at Leica's May 10, 2012 event, is now shipping in the United States. Initially delayed due to complex production requirements, the lens began shipping in Europe about a week ago, and usually the United States is not far behind. About the lens:
The Leica APO-Summicron-M 50 mm/f2 ASPH was designed like all Leica lenses with the aim of maximizing both contrast and detail even at full aperture. That aim is met in an incomparable manner. The latest milestone in the history of the M-system delivers previously unattained performance levels in terms of all technical parameters. The MTF curves, which describe the sharpness of the image, remain all the way to the edges, even with the aperture open, over 50% contrast. This level of performance has never been achieved previously and demonstrates the exceptional quality of the lens. This allows extremely sharp imaging in all scenarios, with optimal definition right into the corners, even for close-ups. This lens has an apochromatic correction feature which is a highly complex and sophisticated method of color error correction. It minimizes color fringing at sharp edges, so ensuring that all details are naturally depicted. This is achieved, among other means, by skilfully integrating glasses with anomalous partial dispersion into the lens design. All these qualities allow photographers to get the best possible image quality, especially for large prints. The Leica APO-Summicron-M 50 mm/f2 ASPH particularly in combination with high-resolution cameras such as the new Leica M Monochrom will offer photographers the opportunity to produce fine-art photography of a quality never before attained.
Like many newly-announced Leica products, availability of this lens will be limited at first. Dale Photo & Digital is currently accepting pre-orders; call us at 1-800-327-1776 or email us for more information.
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Jack MacD replied to the topic The S works in winter as well …. in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 3 months ago
Our second interesting storm of the year. The day before was in the 50s and then dropped 30 overnight while raining. With a wind, the snow sticks to the side of trees.
35mm.
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Scott997 replied to the topic Amature Fashion Style Photography w/ M9 35 F2 Cron 50 Nocti F/0.95 in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 3 months ago
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erlingmm replied to the topic Pentax-67 lenses on the S2 in the forum Alternative Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
David Farkas;4158 wrote: I haven't tried this lens on the S2, but a 300mm is a 300mm, regardless of sensor size. Compared to 35mm FF, a 300mm will offer an equivalent FOV of 240mm. Love to see some shots from the lens, if you get a chance.
Ooops, it is a fully electronic lens that won't work with a mechanical adapter…
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erlingmm replied to the topic Pentax-67 lenses on the S2 in the forum Alternative Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
Ooops, it is a fully electronic lens that won't work with a mechanical adapter…
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stephan replied to the topic Leica S 120mm or 180mm in the forum S Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
it is always difficult to give an advice without knowing for what a lens would be used.
If you make makro, well, then the choice is simple. For fashion and portrait I prefer the 180, but you will need light for short shutter speeds, or flash or CS or both. I prefer the rendering and bokeh of the 180 (didn't test the Elpro thoug, as I'm…[Read more]
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stephan replied to the topic Leica Vario-Elmar-S 30-90 mm in the forum S Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
that's really beautiful!
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David Farkas replied to the topic Pentax-67 lenses on the S2 in the forum Alternative Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
erlingmm;4155 wrote: I have a Mamiya APO 300mm F/4.5 IF on hand at a good price, it is supposed to work with the S2 via the L16025 adapter. Does anyone have experience with this lens on the S2? What will the actual FOV of lens be on the S2, given that it is made for a larger sensor?
I haven't tried this lens on the S2, but a 300mm is a…[Read more]
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Jack MacD replied to the topic The S works in winter as well …. in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 3 months ago
Ed,
Thanks,
It was literally cool, but your winter shots inspired me to get outside.
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erlingmm replied to the topic Pentax-67 lenses on the S2 in the forum Alternative Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
I have a Mamiya APO 300mm F/4.5 IF on hand at a good price, it is supposed to work with the S2 via the L16025 adapter. Does anyone have experience with this lens on the S2? What will the actual FOV of lens be on the S2, given that it is made for a larger sensor?
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constable replied to the topic The S works in winter as well …. in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 3 months ago
That is really cool Jack
Ed
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Jack MacD replied to the topic The S works in winter as well …. in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 3 months ago
In winter, you can always create other seasons by getting closer to your subject.
This process started with a 120mm shot of a Wisconsin lighthouse on Lake Michigan in winter.
Then I went back on another day just get closer to the lighthouse, to create an industrial abstract. A much colder day I might add.
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RVB replied to the topic A Few Images with the new S in the forum Leica S 13 years, 3 months ago
zoomstop;4151 wrote: Folks, took the new S for a test drive today. It has the same sensor as my existing S2-P, just a bit faster from a processing perspective, New menu system with a joystick for when you are viewing images, you can pan around. Additionally is has a built in GPS and a slightly different skin or finish (But smother the the S2). The…
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zoomstop replied to the topic A Few Images with the new S in the forum Leica S 13 years, 3 months ago
Folks, took the new S for a test drive today. It has the same sensor as my existing S2-P, just a bit faster from a processing perspective, New menu system with a joystick for when you are viewing images, you can pan around. Additionally is has a built in GPS and a slightly different skin or finish (But smother the the S2). The dropped the Safire…[Read more]
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GMB replied to the topic Leica Vario-Elmar-S 30-90 mm in the forum S Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
It was actually handeld. Grabbed it on the way to the car to walk the dog.
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peterv replied to the topic Leica Vario-Elmar-S 30-90 mm in the forum S Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
Georg, thanks for posting this wonderful shot. I really like the winter colors you captured, very nice atmosphere.
In the EXIF I noticed 1/60 shutter time. This was on tripod I presume? Incredibly sharp…
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GMB replied to the topic Leica Vario-Elmar-S 30-90 mm in the forum S Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
RVB: as I said in my earlier post, I was not able to detect a difference in sharpnes between the zoom and the 70 or 35.
David, will do next week.
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David K replied to the topic Leica Vario-Elmar-S 30-90 mm in the forum S Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
Wow…that's impressive for a zoom.
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RVB replied to the topic Leica Vario-Elmar-S 30-90 mm in the forum S Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
Can you shoot a wide open night shot that displays Bokeh?
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Pete Walentin replied to the topic Leica S 120mm or 180mm in the forum S Lenses 13 years, 3 months ago
Very nice review. Thanks.
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