My local camera store was selling a used titanium 35mm Lus ASPH. I was able to bargain down the price to ~$2650 after tax and everything. The lens didn't come with anything except for caps (no hood, case, etc), and there are some noticeable rubs/scratches on the body. I'm going to run through some focusing tests to see if this version has the focus shift or not.
This lens was more of an impulse buy because it looked like a really good deal - I really wasn't looking to buy a 35mm Lux right now (although it doesn't hurt because my other 35mm is f/2, and I'm always looking for more speed). Since I haven't done any real research on the pricing of this lens before, I probably thought it was a great deal probably because I've seen new versions of the 35mm Lux ASPH is about $4500. However, now looking at some recent sales of used copies in online forums, it doesn't seem to be as great of a deal anymore. Plus, I'm not a fan of the titanium finish, would much rather prefer chrome or black over it (in that order).
Anyway, I have a 5 day grace period to try out the lens before returning it for a 100% refund. Since this was partly an impulse buy, I would only want to keep it if it doesn't have any noticeable focus shift and if it really was a great deal. Obviously only I can answer the first part with my own testing, but would you guys be able to share your thoughts on what you think about the price?
Thanks!
This lens was more of an impulse buy because it looked like a really good deal - I really wasn't looking to buy a 35mm Lux right now (although it doesn't hurt because my other 35mm is f/2, and I'm always looking for more speed). Since I haven't done any real research on the pricing of this lens before, I probably thought it was a great deal probably because I've seen new versions of the 35mm Lux ASPH is about $4500. However, now looking at some recent sales of used copies in online forums, it doesn't seem to be as great of a deal anymore. Plus, I'm not a fan of the titanium finish, would much rather prefer chrome or black over it (in that order).
Anyway, I have a 5 day grace period to try out the lens before returning it for a 100% refund. Since this was partly an impulse buy, I would only want to keep it if it doesn't have any noticeable focus shift and if it really was a great deal. Obviously only I can answer the first part with my own testing, but would you guys be able to share your thoughts on what you think about the price?
Thanks!