Konica LTM Konica 35/2 UC-Hexanon LTM

[venchka]

I stand corrected

I stand corrected

I must have looked in between listings or they were behind because it was Sunday. "They're back."

 

[Sonnar2]

No. 746 here...
I was looking for a small lens for everyday use (my most used everyday camera is still the screwmount Bessa-R)
Other choices were the ZM Biogon (too large in size) and last-gen. non-asph. Summicron (still more expensive and probably not as good in flare resistance as the "newer design" Hexanon)
I will make some comparisons together with the Canon 35/2 and C/V 35/2.5 Pancake ser.I

 

[venchka]

Sonnar2: I have a similar combination. Close anyway. Canon VI-T, same lens, meter & Canon case. Very nice indeed.

You sure make the equipment look nice.

 

[tjh]

Sonnar2 - Your serial number 0746 sounded familiar so I looked at mine. I have UC-Hexanon 0745!

 

[tbarker13]

Well I blame everyone who posted here. I just bought one of these new from Matsuiyastore. I already have the 28 hexanon, which has a wonderful build.

I'm interested to see how the 35 UC compares to my 35 summicron v.4.

If there indeed are only 1,000 of these, it really makes me wonder how much longer that store can keep selling them.

 

[venchka]

Like Pushers only better

Like Pushers only better

We are the Enablers! 😎

Enjoy!

We are all interested to know how your new lens compares to the v. 4 Summicron. Keep us posted.

 

[wintoid]

Anyone in the UK interested in swapping a like-new Hexanon 35 UC with adapter for my like-new M-Hexanon 35? Just musing...

 

[Gabriel M.A.]

Stop it, all of you! Now, go to your room.

May I interest you in a 50mm f/1.2 Canon LTM for a 35 UC-Hexanon? You can keep the change 😀

 

[RayPA]

My recently acquired Hexanon UC 35/2 is 766/1000. I picked it up this morning. I like the size. I'm not fond of the big vented hood, but that's not going to stop me from shooting with it today.


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[Gid]

I've been shooting mine without the hood the past few weeks, with no ill effect.

 

[RayPA]

Do you use a filter, Gid? If I don't use a filter, I've gotta have a hood.


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[Gid]

Yes Ray. I have a UV/IR cut on it (just because of the M8) but would have UVs on in any case - I know opinions differ widely, but I've always found filters cheaper than lenses 😉 . I haven't noticed any specific flare tendency with this lens without the hood, but sunny days are quite rare at the moment in the UK.

 

[pfoto]

Do you use a filter, Gid? If I don't use a filter, I've gotta have a hood.

Use a small hood from CV:

http://www.cameraquest.com/inventor.htm

Search on the page for this:

35/2.5 Pancake I lens hood DISCONTINUED, 43mm filter size $29

 

[wintoid]

668/1000 just arrived here and joins my M-Hexanon 35mm and silver CV 35mm f/1.2.

I guess I like this focal length

 

[Hacker]

668/1000 just arrived here and joins my M-Hexanon 35mm and silver CV 35mm f/1.2.

I guess I like this focal length

Post some comparison shots please!

 

[wintoid]

I could do that I suppose. What do you want to see?

 

[Hacker]

Bokeh between the M the UC.

 

[wintoid]

Sounds simple enough. I'll have a go tonight. I want to know for my own benefit anyway.

 

[wintoid]

OK after a day with the lens, I now believe it's the same lens as the Hexar AF. This is my first proper shot on film (APX400 @ ISO800 in DDX 1+4) and I'm pretty chuffed...

 

[Uwe_Nds]

OK after a day with the lens, I now believe it's the same lens as the Hexar AF. This is my first proper shot on film (APX400 @ ISO800 in DDX 1+4) and I'm pretty chuffed...

Gorgeous shot of a gorgeous little girl!
You are very lucky!

Best regards,
Uwe