Leica body + Hexanon lens

[Mean Panda]

Have you ever tried any Hexanon lens on your M body? Any problem focusing?
This weekend, my friend came over from Hong Kong to visit me with his M7 and two M-Hexanon Lens, a Hexanon 1.2 50mm (limited) and a 28/2.8. I was absolutely stunned by the craftsmanship by its titanium finish. The focus and aperture rings are smooth. Never seen any pictures so far from his camera, but my friend told me that this lens is very sharp with smoother bokeh comparing to Noctilux.
I have a Noctilux, I want to see if anyone also has played with this lens before or compare it with Noctilux. It is probably a good alternative for Noctilux, because Noctilux costs at least twice as much.
I had a M-hexanon 28 before. I am convinced that I like the Leica elmarit more. Now, Noctilux F1.0 vs Hexanon F1.2 is going to be my next verdict.

 

[martin-f5]

years ago I had a 35mm Hexanon on my M6 and ist performed very well,
photos were sharp and contrasty.
I sold it becaus a Leica 35'cron is much better 😀 and not so cheap

 

[Andrew Sowerby]

I use a 50/2 Hexanon all the time. No focus problems.

 

[hlockwood]

I use a 50/2 Hexanon all the time. No focus problems.

Ditto for me; Hex 50 or 28 are no problem on my M7.

 

[SolaresLarrave]

My first 35mm lens was a Hexanon 35/f2. It's the size of a Summilux, and as fast as a Summicron, but it's a Hexanon, and it works incredibly well in my M6TTL bodies.

The one and only thing it has is that it will not focus all the way to infinity. In other words, the focus throw stops a hairline before making a complete match in the RF patch. Then, again, I've done a lot of landscapish stuff and never did I get anything out of focus.

Are you in the market for one? The 50mm your friend has is the best ever made by Konica... and they ain't cheap either. 😉

 

[like2fiddle]

I've had no problems focusing the Hex 50/2 on the M2 nor the M6.

 

[Keith]

My Hexanon 35mm f2 is excellent on my M8.

... here at f2 and minimum distance.

 

[furcafe]

If you search the archives there will be many threads on this issue.

FWIW, I have never had a problem using my 50/2 M-Hexanon on my Leica bodies (including the ultra-picky M8) or any of my Leica or other non-Leica M or LTM lenses on my Hexar RF.

Have you ever tried any Hexanon lens on your M body? Any problem focusing?

 

[tomasis]

I have problem with hexanon 90mm at infinity focussing on M and rd1 bodies. Focusing is too stiff and grip area is too small. When I look at Summarit new f2.5 lens body, this looks like to be a good replacement or complement. I doubt if I'd like part with that good optics of hexanon. woow ernostar yeah 😀

 

[elude]

I've had problems with both 50 & 35 M-Hexanon coupled with M6. Too bad because they are GREAT lenses (especially the 2/35)

 

[kevin m]

I have problem with hexanon 90mm at infinity focussing on M and rd1 bodies. Focusing is too stiff and grip area is too small.

Then there's something very wrong with your lens. The Hexanon 90 is a very light focusing lens in original condition.

 

[pvdhaar]

I've used the 50/2 M-Hexanon on an M4. Spot on, never had an issue.

 

[tomasis]

Then there's something very wrong with your lens. The Hexanon 90 is a very light focusing lens in original condition.

interesting. maybe some dirt got into the lens. I bought this as used though it looked like it was barely used. Maybe the lubricant hardened then. I don't know it and will check with DAG some day later.

 

[foto_fool]

Hexanon 50/2 on M6 here - never had a focus problem.

 

[Alex Krasotkin]

I have Hexanon-M 35/2 on my M7. No any problems

 

[vrgard]

Have used my Hex 90 on an M6 without problem. And mine focuses and handles very nicely.

-Randy

 

[rpsawin]

I use Hexanon-M lenses on my MP, M6 & M2 with no problems...except when used on the M2 I occasionally go backwards in time.

Bob

 

[Mean Panda]

Just checked the Hexanon 50mm 1.2 on ebay. There was one sold for 2100 few days ago, lens ONLY, but I believe this lens is normally came with a limited edition RF body.
Anyone has experienced with this lens?? or compared hexanon 50 with Noctilux? This lens is absolutely high quality.

 

[infrequent]

i know hacker here raves about his 50/1.2 hex. search the forums a bit.

 

[Zenjitsuman]

Another very happy 50mm f2.0 owner, I cannot say any lens I have is made any better. Too bad Konica is no longer making M lenses.