Recreating the Mandler 35mm f/2: Modern Takes on a Leica Classic

Walter Mandler's 35mm f/2 designs from Leica's mid-century era have a following well beyond what the second-hand prices alone would suggest, and a handful of boutique manufacturers are now reproducing that optical character at a fraction of the cost. The Fstoppers piece digs into what made the original special and whether modern versions actually deliver it. Worth a read if you shoot Leica M-mount or have been eyeing the vintage market.