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It does not obstruct the external viewfinder at all. It does intrude well into the M9's finder nearly 1/4 of it. (lower right of course)...PeterWoW!! that is one sharp lens!! Does it obstruct part of the viewfinder with the hood on?
Dave, I studied that picture trying to figure out the name, but it is partially obstructed on one napkin and way out of focus on the other; I couldn't figure it out. No kewpie doll for me.Hey, I could have guessed that (Finnegan's)...it's written right on the napkin (in the pic)...LOL . Do I win both a cupie doll too and a weeks time with the 21mm Lux?
Thanks, Dave! That was taken during the Nor'easter of Christmas, 2002. There's quite a few more shots from that night here.Double Negative...really love that shot! It truly captures the warmth, ambiance and character of Finnagen's facade on a blustery cold wintry night...during holiday season.
Thanks again, Dave! The snow was great timing for sure; and what a storm it was. I love nor'easters.I took a look at the shots. I love the evocative mood of nightime shots, especially of vinatge buildings at holiday time covered in tinsel, decorations and of course has to have the obligatory snow..and with an ongoing Nor'easter, that isn't always easy, but lend to the mood.
I'm going to take a wild educated guess here, but anyone want to bet that none of those shots were taken with Double Neagtive's M8?
I had 1/2 hour to sneak outside and try it out. If you are considering this lens, but want a reason not to buy it.... stop reading now. It's first impression is that it is a truly great lens. Much smaller and easier to handle than I thought. Holds a wide dynamic range, beautiful tones and color, exquisite detail, fascinating ability to isolate subject at 21mm. Also, I got a Zeiss 21 mm finder thinkingI'd compare it to my CV 21 and send it back....no way, it's the nicest finder by far I've ever looked through. So her's a few to peak at. best....Peter
This one is a crop to show 1.4 isolation
These are stopped to 5.6 I believe, full frame.
Full sized here
http://www.pbase.com/halperin/image/121479883
http://www.pbase.com/halperin/image/121479843
http://www.pbase.com/halperin/image/121479905
Sorry for misinformation when I said the hood does not show up in the external VF. In fact it does intrude a bit in the lower margin of the Zeiss 21 finder, but is not a problem in use at all. best...PeterWoW!! that is one sharp lens!! Does it obstruct part of the viewfinder with the hood on?