Re: [Leica] Leica Decision : Help

["Jeff Bailey" <fish-boy@mindspring.com>]

Hi Sarawoot,

I just went through the same decision process. I got a Black M6 TTL .72
finder. I wear glasses so I decided against the .85 finder. I am glad I did
because even the 35mm framelines are difficult to see with glasses.

I decided on the 35mm f1.4 ASPH for my lense. I really like this lense. You
can easily use it indoors. Plus, it is not so big that it is cumbersome.
Plus, the 35mm is very versital.

The people on this list were a great resource. Very, very helpful. I also
looked at lots of photographs. I really like David Allen Harvey. He shoots
with the setup that I decided on and that also played into the decision.

I ordered my Leica from Jim Kuehl (515.225.0110). He is very busy (read:
impossible to get on the phone). Leave your number and he will call you
back. He is great about calling back. His prices are good, not the best, but
he is so helpful and will spend lots of time with you. Plus, next day
shipping is free... I called Chatterton and Tamarkin and liked Mr. Kuehl the
best...

Just make the whole process fun...

Jeff Bailey
fish-boy@mindspring.com

- -----Original Message-----
From: Sarawoot Chittratanawat <c641625@showme.missouri.edu>
To: leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us>
Date: Wednesday, May 03, 2000 12:11 AM
Subject: [Leica] Leica Decision : Help


>Hi
>I decide to get my long dream gift, Leica M.  After doing some research, I
>think I will get the brand new M6TTL and one lens first.  However, due to
>novice in Leica, I'd like to ask the questions from you guys here.
>
>1) I think I will get the M6TTL 0.72 because I read the spec and found
M6TTL
>0.85 requires additional viewfinder for 28mm focal length.  Since I prefer
>the wide-angle rather than tele, the 0.72 will fit my need.  The best price
>for M6TTL 0.72 is $1650.00 after rebate at Cameraworld.com.  Is this the
>right price?  or should I get the used one instead of the body?
>
>2) What lens should I get? First I wanted to get the normal focal length
>(50mm) but then I read the archieves and found many people suggest to get
>35mm instead.  I like both 50mm and 35mm.  But 35mm seems to be better for
>what I want to use my future M6 for.  Again, I haven't have the final
>decision yet.  Any input are welcome.  Plus, there are 4 lenses for 50mm,
>50/1, 50/1.4, 50/2 and 50/2.8.  50/1 will not be my choice for sure due to
>its price and I don't need that fast lens.  Are there any different in
terms
>of glass/mechanical different for 50/1.4, 50/2 and 50/2.8?
>
>    I know my question might be boring to you guys.  But please help me.  I
>have no where to ask.  I don't want to go for usenet and get numerous
>diversified responses.
>    I currently use CONTAX SLR and I'm pretty happy with it.  But I want
>something that lighter, smaller.  I checked the CONTAX G-series but it's
too
>electronic and manual focus mode doesn't make sense to me.
>    Thank you very much.
>Sarawoot
>