Voigtlander Ultron 28/1.9

[Gilo25]

I am planning to buy one for my M6, but I have recently read some reviews talking about inconsistent performance between various samples, with several having sharpness problems particularly at wide aperture. Also I read that sometimes the problem is due to the LTM adapter.
The price of course is interesting considering that of a comparable Leica model. What's your experience with this lens and would you recommend buying one by mail without testing it first?
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[rpsawin]

The only inconsistent performance I've experienced with this lens has been self-induced and has nothing to do with any inheirent problems with the lens itself. I find it to be a stellar performer and a great value.

Best regards,

Bob

 

[Eric T]

Mine has been great! I highly recommend this lens.
Eric

 

[akptc]

I've had mine for a long long time and love it to pieces. Simply awesome. I used the Leica 28/2.8 Elmarit before and like the CV one better due to speed and find it lacks nothing at all in IQ relative to the Elmarit (in my non-scientific humble opinion of course).

 

[furcafe]

Same here. I had never heard/read anything about quality control issues w/the 28/1.9 Ultron. I have the Leica 28/2 Summicron & the Ultron does very well in comparison. Both are good wide-open @ f/1.9 or f/2, though IMHO not to the same quality as longer lenses, e.g., 35/1.4 Summilux or 35/2 Summicron, @ f/2.

I've also never had a problem w/an LTM-M adapter, whether they were made by Leitz, Cosina Voigtlander, or an unknown generic manufacturer, though I have read of complaints re: some of the cheaper generic adapters.

The only inconsistent performance I've experienced with this lens has been self-induced and has nothing to do with any inheirent problems with the lens itself. I find it to be a stellar performer and a great value.

Best regards,

Bob