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Built in pull out lens hood (on the v5 model).Smaller and lighter than the Summicron 50 DR version.Scratches on the front lens element (glass) will again increase flare if pointed at a bright light source. a modern lens where can just buy without scratches). More difficult to find a good copy where the front lens element is not scratched (vs.More prone to flare than a modern 50mm Summicron due to the older lens coating.Heavier build that a modern 50mm Summicron – solid but more to carry.This lens will not fit all Leica M cameras (see more below).Dual Range (DR) but also dual purpose – this lens will focus closer than almost all Leica lenses (*Only with Leica close focus goggles).Why would you want the vintage Summicron DR lens if you already own a modern Summicron 50mm f2 lens?įor me both lenses offer different attributes: Vintage Summcron DR 50mm lens facts x5: I ask myself ‘do the images with this lens have something special about them, regardless of the subject matter or talent of the photographer?’ If yes then I am interested! Vintage Summicron DR vs Modern Leica Summicron 50mm f2 v5 lens When considering new glass my first reference point is Flickr. I always had the old Leica Summicron DR 50mm f2 (“Dual Range”) lens on my ‘to try’ list despite owning a modern Leica Summicron 50mm f2 v5 lens. Leica Summicron Dual Range (“DR”) 50mm f2 lens This is a 2 piece lens design: (1) Leica Summicron 50mm f2 DR lens (2) Leica close focus goggles designed for DR. Awesome lens with a dual personality! Warning – The Summicron 50mm DR lens does not fit every Leica M. Leica Summicron DR review and sample photos. Leica Summicron DR Review (Summicron 50mm f2 DR – Dual Range) + YouTube