50 2.8 Elmarit-M Magic or Dust on CCD!!!

[kermaier]

This surprises me, Kermaier, since the Elmar-M doesn't collapse as deep as the classic Elmar 2.8. Is this due to diameter of the collapsing barrel ?

Just wondering,

Roland.

Yes, Roland -- I think that's the problem. See this thread:

http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70233

The comments from LCT, who owns both lenses, indicate that the collapsing barrel tube of the newer Elmar-M rubs the R-D1's cam roller on the way in, but the older Elmar does not.

::Ari

 

[b.espahbod]

I never tested it on RD1 i have M8 but it might be possible because the diameter is about 2mm bigger