$30,000 Nifty Fifty???!!!! - Light Lens Lab 50mm f/2 Elcan Review

In this detailed review, we delve into the Light Lens Lab 50mm f2 Elcan lens, rounding up our series on these remarkable and affordable M-mount lenses. Join us as we explore the history, build quality, and performance of this unique lens originally designed by Dr. Walter Mandler for the US military. With only around 500 units produced, the original Elcan lens is a rare and sought-after gem. We compare the modern Light Lens Lab version to the classic, discussing its exceptional build quality, compact size, and impressive sharpness, especially in the center.

We also touch on the few drawbacks, such as the reversed aperture ring and long focus throw, and share our hands-on experience in street photography at a fishing port in Jakarta. Whether you're a vintage lens enthusiast or looking for a high-quality nifty fifty for your Leica M-mount camera, this review provides all the insights you need.

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Timestamps:
0:01 - Introduction to Light Lens Lab 50mm f2 Elcan
0:05 - Overview of Light Lens Lab lens series
0:11 - Initial impressions and decision to review
0:20 - Historical background of the original Elcan lens
0:36 - Limited production and rarity of the original lens
1:14 - Design and purpose of the original Elcan
1:33 - Summary of the review
1:46 - Compact size comparison
2:10 - Performance overview and center sharpness
2:40 - Build quality and materials
3:18 - Color options and titanium version
4:01 - Focusing mechanism and smoothness
4:39 - Aperture range and settings
5:01 - Image quality and street photography experience
7:01 - Sharpness at different apertures
7:27 - Corner softness and design purpose
8:01 - Drawbacks: aperture ring and focus throw
9:01 - Price and value comparison
9:36 - Final thoughts and recommendation

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