Just updated the Zeiss Ikon lens page at http://www.cameraquest.com/ZM lenses.htm
So far two users have commented they believe their ZM 50/2 and 25/2.8 are better than the current version Leica Lenses. The original Zeiss brochure at Photokina makes it is clear that is what Zeiss is aiming for.
To me the black finish ZM lenses have a better outer finish than current Leica M lenses. I do like the easier to see Leica Red dot better than the Zeiss blue dot. the Zeiss 1/3 stop click stops are a very nice feature, as well as each lens having a bayonet vented hood. While the Cosina made 21,25,28,35, and 50 ZM lenses offer real bargains compared to Leica, the expensive German made 15 and 85 do not, creating a bit of an imbalance in the lineup. To me this suggests the likelyhood of more Cosina made lenses eventually filling out the lens lineup.
Stephen
So far two users have commented they believe their ZM 50/2 and 25/2.8 are better than the current version Leica Lenses. The original Zeiss brochure at Photokina makes it is clear that is what Zeiss is aiming for.
To me the black finish ZM lenses have a better outer finish than current Leica M lenses. I do like the easier to see Leica Red dot better than the Zeiss blue dot. the Zeiss 1/3 stop click stops are a very nice feature, as well as each lens having a bayonet vented hood. While the Cosina made 21,25,28,35, and 50 ZM lenses offer real bargains compared to Leica, the expensive German made 15 and 85 do not, creating a bit of an imbalance in the lineup. To me this suggests the likelyhood of more Cosina made lenses eventually filling out the lens lineup.
Stephen
Here is a link to the Stephen's ZM page. It looks like there are a few new/updated items on the Cameraquest site this morning.
http://www.cameraquest.com/ZM lenses.htm
http://www.cameraquest.com/ZM lenses.htm
sgy1962
Well-known
If they are better, then that is a truly amazing feat, because the current 50mm Summicron with current coatings (NOT the 80's version which, although has the same optical formula, has old coatings) is legendary. I truly suspect that when comparing lenses of this quality it is hard to declare one as better. But even if the Zeiss lenses are only equally good, that is quite an achievement and would represent excellent value. I believe this was the conclusion which was arrived at by that putts guy.
Dan Chang
Established
Stephen
Do we get special rangefinderforum discount when we order from you?
Do we get special rangefinderforum discount when we order from you?
JoeFriday
Agent Provacateur
Stephen, what's the latest info on the Zeiss Ikon body? I heard that you only plan to stock the black version.. how soon before you expect to start carrying them?
Dan Chang said:
No discount, but he will be special nice to you on the phone if you mention that you are a RFF member.
GeneW
Veteran
My, oh, my, these look tasty!
Gene
Gene
vanau
Newbie
"updated" pages with no ZI content
"updated" pages with no ZI content
Hello!
What happened to the Zeiss pages you mentioned?
I used to check them every now and then, and they're gone now, just when I wanted to place my late order.
Yours,
Liviu
"updated" pages with no ZI content
Hello!
What happened to the Zeiss pages you mentioned?
I used to check them every now and then, and they're gone now, just when I wanted to place my late order.
Yours,
Liviu
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