Replacement 35mm...any ideas?

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OurManInTangier

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I've had my CV 35mm Colour Skopar nicked and need a replacement.

The trouble is I'm now wondering if its worth getting something different or simply buying a straight replacement. A fellow RFF'er was telling me how good the 35mm Canon was...I think it was an f/2 but I haven't researched yet.

I'm looking to spend as small an amout as possible as I would like to get an R2A body as well but I can always divert the grocery funds or sell my corneas...actually maybe not that

I have the Canon 50mm f/1.8 and would love to know more about the Canon 35mm or anything similar.
 
How about a CV 40 f1.4 Nokton? Use the 35mm framelines on the M6 and you've got extra speed to boot.
 
The Canon 35mm/2.8 is very nice and small and affordable too. The 35/2.0 or the 35/1.8 are more expensive with the 35/2 being the most expensive one. The CV 35mm/1.7 is a good choice for the money. If I could afford it, I would get a 35mm/1.4 or 35mm/1.5.
 
I noticed a Canon 35mm 2.8 in the classifieds which I've enquired about but I think its gone already. There don't seem to be many of these lenses about - not sure if thats a good sign or of no difference.

Thanks for posting some of your pictures Wes, I like the shot of the mannequins and the model's face, I'm not too bothered about the extra speed of the f/2 but obviously if ones available....
 
All the Canon lenses are old and relatively scarce. I counted two votes for the 35/1.7. If you don't need the speed, a replacement Colo(u)r Skopar: small and familiar.
 
If it's bang-for-buck you're after, I think the 40mm lenses are worth a look. I've had the Nokton 40 and now have the Summicron 40 which I love. You're looking at £200-ish from a dealer in the UK for a Summicron-C/Rokkor. Personally, knowing what I know now, I'd go for the 40mm Rokkor rather than Summicron, just because the filter issue is much simpler.
 
If you want to try an Ultron while you think about it, I have one saved for a rainy day.

And I met a guy yesterday who has a Canon 35/1.5 that he picked up reasonably somewhere. He doesn't get on with the long focus throw so might pass the bargain on; I can ask if you like?

Tom
 
I've got the Ultron good lens, affordable and easy to get hold of one. I don't think there are any 'bad' choices if you stick to the mainstream of what most people use here btw.
 
I've heard the 1.5 is average at best but then what do I know, I've never used it or even seen one!

Tom - I could be very tempted by your offer of borrowing your Ultron for a bit, I know Mark was talking them up at the weekend and they're always being talked about positively.

Maybe I'm fixating on Canon because of my love affair with the 50mm 1.8?!?
 
I had an Ultron which I used as a approximate 50mm when I had my R-D1s. Very fine lens I thought, only sold it because I don't use the 35mm focal length.

Ian
 
The ultron is a very good lens, but I found the handling a bit difficult when in a hurry. The colour skopar is a great lens, especially when you consider the price. If you don't need the speed I'd just replace what was lost - at least you'll be getting new with a warranty.
 
Simon

Someone will sell you the 35mmf/2.8 Canon, case and perhaps hood... I've got a type II f/2 and it is indeed pretty good. I'll PM the vendor anyway.

Noel
P.S. Still suffering that i did not see anything ...
 
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Simon

Someone will sell you the 35mmf/2.8 Canon, case and perhaps hood... I've got a type II f/2 and it is indeed pretty good. I'll PM the vendor anyway.

Noel
P.S. Still suffering that i did not see anything ...
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Noel your messages box is full cant reply to you you need to delete some.
 
Xmas said:
Simon

Someone will sell you the 35mmf/2.8 Canon, case and perhaps hood... I've got a type II f/2 and it is indeed pretty good. I'll PM the vendor anyway.

Noel
P.S. Still suffering that i did not see anything ...
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Noel

If you do indeed know of someone thats looking to sell I'd be very interested. Thanks for asking via PM I appreciate it greatly.

Also, don't feel bad that you didn't see anything - I was sitting right next to it and didn't even notice anyone come near me, I blame the beer....imagine what I could have lost if we'd been trying out various whiskies;)
 
Simon

Vendor is forum member, we were mismatched I wanted a 28mm he wants to sell a 35mm and other kit... I have him your 'Our man in tang' If he does not react I'll try again...

Noel
 
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Simon

Vendor is forum member, we were mismatched I wanted a 28mm he wants to sell a 35mm and other kit... I have him your 'Our man in tang' If he does not react I'll try again...

Noel
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He PM'd a few minutes ago and I've replied. Thanks very much for the shove in his direction.
 
Simon

If you buy I'll want to try a shot on my body, next outing. After I lock the gbag to the table...

Noel
 
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Simon

I'm going to pack a bicycle lock and chain...

Noel
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If I ever come across the person that took my gear I may have to borrow the bicycle lock and chain and cobble together a makeshift set of stocks
 
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