Jupiter-8 Pics Only

Leica M4-2, Jupiter 8 50mm f2, D850 scan



Interestingly I bought the Jupiter 8 NOS from a Russian seller on ebay for about $40. It was to be my 'beater' lens. But even though I have lots of fancy-pants Leica glass, I really like this tiny, superlight, unassuming lens. I just wish it had indexing for the aperture stops, as the aperture ring rotates too easily.
 
Huss said:
I really like this tiny, superlight, unassuming lens. I just wish it had indexing for the aperture stops, as the aperture ring rotates too easily.
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I agree - it's a great lens, and I've made many pleasing images with it. The step-less aperture ring is both a blessing, and a nuisance. On the positive side, fine adjustments to exposure can be set more accurately, but the downside - as you say - is that it is too easily nudged out of adjustment.


Overall, however, a delightful lens..... and at a very reasonable price. :)
 
Another Jupiter 8 fan here. I tend to reach for the J12 more often so I need to give the J8 a little attention from time to time!


Canon IIf, Jupiter-8 50mm/f2, Ilford Delta 100, Rodinal 1:50


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How about a pic OF a Jupiter 8?

How about a pic OF a Jupiter 8?

I just got one on my new to me Zorki 4K. Going out to shoot some Tri X tomorrow.
 

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