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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: 35mm Leica M Lenses

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Due to overwhelming feedback from the community, this episode is 100% dedicated to 35mm focal length M lenses. We've assembled every single 35mm M-Mount lens, in every version, that Leica has ever produced. From the early 35mm Summars to classic 35mm Summicrons to the most modern 35mm Summilux FLE, we'll discuss all the available Leica M lens options in 35mm focal length.

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20 Comments

@xtmreef 5 years ago

What makes a 35 so flexible? 3:05
How to decide between 35mm lenses? 8:21
What is the sharpest 35mm? 12:24
Lux 35 FLE compared w/ ASPH Pre-FLE 13:30
What is an FLE? 16:13
The Ultra-rare Summicron 35 FLE 22:04
Which one has the best bokehhh 23:00
Vintage or modern lens for B&W? 28:45
Summicron v4 'bokeh king' 31:32
When was the 35 FLE introduced? 36:21
Is 28mm too similar to my 35? 37:16
How to ID a Cron V4 39:07
Desaturated FLE 42:05
The only Summicron with metal focusing tab 45:45
Lux FLE Ghost Edition 47:10
Cron V5 Black Chrome 49:50
Cron V5 Silver Chrome 51:50
Vintage Summicrons 54:50
Did did glass evolve over the years? 1:01:45
Summarit 2.5 vs 2.4 1:07:35
Why you only need 1 kidney 1:11:33
Will a protruding 35 crash the sensor? 1:15:53
Lux vs Cron at f2? 1:16:44
35 Lux v1 Steel Rim 1:19:45
Are FLE's tighter to focus? 1:22:07
Skip to the answer > 1:26:39
Which 35mm lens has 3D pop? 1:27:10
How does FLE perform on film? 1:30:13
Brass vs Aluminum focusing difference 1:31:18
Shoutouts 1:33:35
Lens Design & OOF Transitions 1:35:25
FLE vs APO-SL 1:38:33
What 1 lens would you take? 1:41:45
Lux Titanium 1:42:25
Are any of these lenses for sale? 1:44:49
Lux Double Aspherical dropped on the floor 1:46:57
Why do PJ's shoot with Cron and not Lux? 1:47:57
Why would anyone want a Summaron? 1:50:17
Can the Double Aspherical be coded? 1:52:17
New Leica 35mm f/0.95 Noctilux 1:52:57
You already have an FLE, what else do you want? 1:57:43
Summicron lens hoods 1:59:01
Ending comments 2:01:38

@mattdayphoto 6 years ago

I don’t know what this says about me, but I’m enjoying listening to this while editing instead of listening to music. Haha. Thanks to the whole team for making these Camera Talks happen. 🙏🏻

@calwinng7100 6 years ago

Timestamps would be really helpful!

@ChristianNPhoto 6 years ago

I think this might be my favorite yet, I love how it's a whole episode dedicated just to 35mm

@stephenedmunds207 5 years ago

I wish voigtlander and zeiss lenses were brought into the conversation.

@Chris-ey7zy 5 years ago

I love these forum since I learn more about optics and you guys straighten out the Leica line better. I only own one Leica at the moment but had others. I have the 90mm 2.0 Canada pre aspherical lens. I love it’s vintage look

@nohaybandaninguna 6 years ago

These episodes are such a joy - I continue to learn so much, already looking forward to the next one. Thank you for doing them!

@Willsydney 5 years ago

Oh my goodness. ... I’m re-listening to this in preparation for the upcoming chat on 35mm APO-Summicron-M lens and I’m hearing David Farkas talking him wishing for the 35mm APO-Summicron- M lens 8 months ago. What a prediction!!!
Really looking forward to hearing about this amazing 35mm APO-Summicron-M lens! Well done guys!!!

@rumblestar5771 4 years ago

This is such an informative discussion. I think I’ve watched this 6 times for reference info. Thanks for doing this!

@EdoardoSantangelo 6 years ago

Guys, once again amazing content!!You two are great! There is no such content anywhere else in the world of Leica. Well done !

@davidbell5525 2 years ago

Thanks for this most excellent episode.

@adamklein4439 6 years ago

Another great video! Thanks guys.

@jqueryrocks 6 years ago

The most informative video for 35mm Leica lenses.

@johnelder7449 5 years ago

Thanks guys for a great 35mm leica review. Fantastic!

@sanfordlavine1760 6 years ago

David and Josh, another great program. Lots of good stuff. Can’t wait for the 50s!

@Kevin-finity 6 years ago

Thank you guys! These are very interesting information covering all the Leica 35mm lenses.

@jklphoto 6 years ago

Thank you for doing these talks David and Josh. The depth of your knowledge amazes. I do want to offer a couple of small clarifications for folks to consider when deciding between the 35mm Summarit-M f/2.5 or f/2.4: The filter size is E39 on the f/2.5, while it is 46mm on the f/2.4. So, if you use filters, this could influence your purchase. Also, David states that the earlier f/2.5 comes with a "plastic clip-on" front cap. Mine (PN 11643) was supplied with a lovely Leica-branded metal cap with felt ring inside and a black suede leather pouch. Very posh. Also, as David demonstrated, the optional hood (PN 12459) for the f/2.5 has a slide-on plastic shade cap. This hood (PN 12459) does double duty and fits the 50mm Summarit-M f/2.5 as well.

@vincentsoh916916 6 years ago

Can’t wait for the next episode!

@CrueLoaf 6 years ago

I’ve got a Leica Summilux f1.4 pre-ASPH. When fitted to my m9, it’s superb. Produces film-like images.

@ccoppola82 6 years ago

I just shot the Leitz version FLE directly into a lighthouse light on tri x....from inside the actual light housing and I cannot believe how well it handled the flare. I will never sell this lens. Truly amazing.