![]() Not counting setup parameters such as loading and rewinding the film, attaching the lens, and setting the ISO speed, the Leica MP has precisely six operating controls on the camera. Most people these days buy cameras off the spec sheet and the feature list. ![]() For your M4, you would want one without the eyes.) (Note that many 35mm Summarons are those with "eyes" (attached correction lenses for the viewfinder and rangefinder) made for the M3, which didn’t have 35mm framelines in its viewfinder. Summarons sell for $400 to $600 or so, and the C/V lens, which is actually quite a sweet little lens, can be had for less than $300. If finances are a factor, try looking for a 35mm f/2.8 Summaron, or the very nice little Voigtlander 35mm f/2.5. As for which version, take your pick – they’re all good enough, although the later the better. The best basic lens for a Leica, in my humble opinion, is a 35mm f/2 Summicron (or an equivalent Voigtlander or Konica lens). Herewith, for your holiday lens purchase enablement, are my thoughts. Readers, of course – well, okay, a few of you – let me have it. ![]() In the last issue of the newsletter, unfortunately, what with all my gushing about the new 50mm and all the other lens-related stuff, I left out the promised "best lens for a Leica" recommendation. ![]()
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