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Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2.0 SL-II
ferdi:
Ok so the Samyangs might be too much of a hassle.
What other lenses are there... Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM? Zeiss is probably too expensive.
And are there adapters for m4/3 lenses like the Leica DG Macro-Elmarit 45mm f/2.8 ASPH OIS?
Maybe just borrow the Voigtlander to see if it's the right lens for you, or try your luck on a refurb or second-hand Canon.
nitsujwalker:
Hey thanks for the replies guys. I may try and find the Voigtlander to try.. I've read several glowing reviews and several not-so-good ones (sharpness etc). If I like it I'll pick one up, but if not I'll spring for the canon 35mm.
Aglet:
--- Quote from: ferdi on April 11, 2012, 01:55:36 PM ---The Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC looks very interesting, it beats the Canon on many levels (except auto-focus obviously).
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+1
I'd go with the Samy too, much better optically, if a lot larger than the 40mm Voigtlander.
Also good manual mode training. ;D In fact, I'm looking for one myself.
mvinson1022:
--- Quote from: nitsujwalker on April 11, 2012, 01:15:27 PM ---Anyone have any experience with the Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2.0 SL-II Manual Focus Lens for Canon? I'm looking for a fast to semi fast wider-than-50mm lens for my 5D. I would probably go with the Canon 24 or 35 but don't have the money right now. Any other ideas or suggestions? (I don't mind foregoing autofocus).
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It is my walk around lens when I am travelling light (as light as one can be with the 5D Mark ii). When I am travelling heavy my lens is the zeiss 35mm. The zeiss is clearly better but the Voightlander serves its purpose well.
Gennadiy:
I have this lens, and I am generally pretty happy with it. Very nicely built, very compact. Pretty small minimal focusing distance. Some reviews on the web complain about the bokeh, but I find it quite alright. I find the colour it renders to be a little cooler than my canon lenses.
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