Found Leica Summicron-R 50mm f/2, Ver. II Canada

willijt said:

Hello.

Looking for Summicron-R 50mm f/2 Version 2 (Canada): good glass, no oil, smooth focus and aperture movement. External cosmetics less important for the most part.

Thanks in advance,

Jim W.

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Hassasin said:

No love on Ebay on this? Also, look for Leicaflex instead, most often the cheapest way to get the 50. I assume by Version II you mean 2 cam? Even original Leicaflex may easily have the 2-cam, in spite of not needing it.

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willijt said:

Hello,

V.2 is a slightly different optical design made in Canada with 3 cams. I am looking everywhere and in the past Photrio has been a good resource.

Jim

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Hassasin said:

OK, so you're looking for 3 cam. I am not aware of changes in optical formula, only front barrel was enlarged. Still, 3-cam can come mounted on any Leica R or Leicaflex. R3 is by now not much sought after, same for first version of R4, both can bring in what you need. Often lens is not described well and searching for Summicron-R 50 will not show all relevant to you results.

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