It really is true. The 40/2 is a middling performer. Not bad, not great.
The mij 50/1.8 is easily it's equal and a late 50/1.4 is superior.
On the other hand, there is the 40/2 mystique, which shows up clearly in
every picture :)
Tom
> Yes, I've come to realize these great truths about the 40/2 from another
> list member. I guess I'll just stick with the 50/1.4 and take some of
> my own advice - buy more film! (Kodachrome, that is.) ;)
>
> <snip>
>
> The 40/2 is a nice novelty for it's size, but a good 50/1.8 is a much
> better performer. Also, if you put a 50mm lens hood on a 50/1.8, it is
> much easier to handle than the 40/2 with its screw on hood that is
> coupled to the aperture ring. Also, the 50/1.8 hood reverses and packs
> better. ... just trying to help out.
>
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