HU: black 50 Elmar f2.8

back alley said:
i wonder if it's the new version?
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It is the new version, and that price is about right. I've seen a few on ebay for between $475 and $525. There was one for sale here recently that went untouched for a couple weeks at $550 and finally sold for $500, IIRC.
 
I paid $580 for a Mint current chrome Elmar-M 50/2.8 including shipping and a chrome Leica UV filter from a member here back in June '06.

Ron
 
That canon is the EF autofocus lens Frank.
$50 is about right for that one too.. it's the "plastic fantastic" version.

Dave
 
dcsang said:
That canon is the EF autofocus lens Frank.
$50 is about right for that one too.. it's the "plastic fantastic" version.

Dave
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Ahhh, thanks Dave. I guess I've just got RF on my mind!
 
Biggles said:
What do you gents who own them think of them?
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I think it's a little gem of a lens. Sharp, small, doesn't flare easily, essentially zero distortion, good handling (as long as you don't have ham hands) and well built. I'm very happy with the performance at all apertures.

Ron
 
Biggles said:
What do you gents who own them think of them?
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I really like the lens, but now mine is used where I need sharpness in the corners as well as the center, like architecure. This lens is superb between f5.6 and f8. But I've also used it quite a lot for people, the shot below might give you a sense of how it renders (unfortunately I had to make a lower resolution copy so maybe it won't look so good).
 

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Now if I could just find a cheap prewar uncoated one I'd be happy... ;)

William
 
I have a new 2.8 M that's much sharper then my 3.5 Elmar (no surprise). But the 3.5 images seem more interesting, more 'old school'. I'm using the 3.5 more then the 2.8.
 
JimG said:
I have a new 2.8 M that's much sharper then my 3.5 Elmar (no surprise). But the 3.5 images seem more interesting, more 'old school'. I'm using the 3.5 more then the 2.8.
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If you wanna let that Elmar-M go for a good price let me know. ;)

BTW, is that my old Canon 35/2 in your avatar? Looks good!
 
Kyle said:
If you wanna let that Elmar-M go for a good price let me know. ;)

BTW, is that my old Canon 35/2 in your avatar? Looks good!
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Kyle, That is in fact your canon 35m which I am growing very fond of. I have have been considering passing on my Elmar 2.8 as I have several other M 50's I use more often. I looking for an M Leitz f1.5 or M 35mm- trade? Let me know.
 
Thanks for the comments and pictures, gents. I have a soft spot for compact but high-quality kit. Looks like this lens qualifies.
 
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