Luckily for me, and not so much for my wallet, at the same time of acquiring the 25mm Zeiss Biogon, I also found a pristine copy of the Leica 28mm Elmarit ASPH. Since I've been wanting to try shooting with some wide angle lenses, there's no better way to start than with these two fine lenses! The Elmarit arrived on my birth date, just in time for a weekend trip in Vegas, see gallery [HERE].
Of course, I don't think I will be keeping both as their focal length are too close and both have f/2.8 aperture. However, I plan to take my time and not make a hasty decision. I was originally tempted to do one of those "shoot out" type test where I would shoot the same subjects with both lenses and compare which one produces the image that I prefer. I may still do that, but I feel it's too analytical and takes away the "enjoyment". Instead, since I have them in hand, I want to really get to know each lens so the decision won't be based on images alone, but also on ergonomics, how they feel in actual use, and just my overall impression after using them for a few months. So, this battle will be one of many to come... as I will bringing both lenses with me, giving both ample time of usage, and let the results speak for themselves. It's a tough job, but somebody has to do it :)
Of course, I don't think I will be keeping both as their focal length are too close and both have f/2.8 aperture. However, I plan to take my time and not make a hasty decision. I was originally tempted to do one of those "shoot out" type test where I would shoot the same subjects with both lenses and compare which one produces the image that I prefer. I may still do that, but I feel it's too analytical and takes away the "enjoyment". Instead, since I have them in hand, I want to really get to know each lens so the decision won't be based on images alone, but also on ergonomics, how they feel in actual use, and just my overall impression after using them for a few months. So, this battle will be one of many to come... as I will bringing both lenses with me, giving both ample time of usage, and let the results speak for themselves. It's a tough job, but somebody has to do it :)
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