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steve728
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Hi all -- new to the forum (and kinda new to the M8 as well).
I have another lens recommendation request because I need to decide soon on a lens before my hold on it expires. (I know that there are a bunch of posts out there but it's still hard for me to decide after reading them.)
I can get a 24mm Elmarit ASPH for about $900 more than a 28mm Elmarit. Is it worth the extra $ for this lens?
I have a 50mm pre-ASPH Lux (which I love) and I need a wider walkabout lens good for travel, some landscapes, buildings, street (i.e., all-purpose). I originally was going to get a 28mm Elmarit for this purpose. But to complicate things, I actually picked up a 35mm Cron ASPH as I was waiting for my M8 to arrive and because it was a great deal. But now, I find it's an odd focal length for me on the M8 and I want something wider. I was going to return the 35mm and get a 28mm. But a local Leica dealer noted that holding onto great lenses (like the 35mm Cron) is advisable. If that's the case, then a 24mm would make sense (and would be a great kit IMHO) but my wallet takes a double hit (because I'm buying an extra lens which is more expensive). Should I consolidate into the 28mm? And if so, will I regret returning (or keeping) the 35mm Cron?
One more note. Last night, I trekked out to a store that carries Leica, and I was able to see and mount the 24mm and 28mm. I must say I prefer the small size of the 28mm even with hood...the 24mm with hood was huge.
Thanks!
I have another lens recommendation request because I need to decide soon on a lens before my hold on it expires. (I know that there are a bunch of posts out there but it's still hard for me to decide after reading them.)
I can get a 24mm Elmarit ASPH for about $900 more than a 28mm Elmarit. Is it worth the extra $ for this lens?
I have a 50mm pre-ASPH Lux (which I love) and I need a wider walkabout lens good for travel, some landscapes, buildings, street (i.e., all-purpose). I originally was going to get a 28mm Elmarit for this purpose. But to complicate things, I actually picked up a 35mm Cron ASPH as I was waiting for my M8 to arrive and because it was a great deal. But now, I find it's an odd focal length for me on the M8 and I want something wider. I was going to return the 35mm and get a 28mm. But a local Leica dealer noted that holding onto great lenses (like the 35mm Cron) is advisable. If that's the case, then a 24mm would make sense (and would be a great kit IMHO) but my wallet takes a double hit (because I'm buying an extra lens which is more expensive). Should I consolidate into the 28mm? And if so, will I regret returning (or keeping) the 35mm Cron?
One more note. Last night, I trekked out to a store that carries Leica, and I was able to see and mount the 24mm and 28mm. I must say I prefer the small size of the 28mm even with hood...the 24mm with hood was huge.
Thanks!
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