Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/06/23

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Subject: Re: [Leica] M4 M3 M2 M4-2 M4-P
From: Jeff S <4season@boulder.net>
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2000 18:57:20 -0600
References: <20000623132033.11949.qmail@hotmail.com>

Michael Darnton wrote:
> 
> Yes, I completely agree with the prevailing idea that the M4-2 and M4-P are
> trash cameras, [snip]

> More seriously, I think it's interesting that the -2 and -P are always
> looked down on because of their cost-cutting "cheap" covering, flare-prone
> finders, and lack of a self-timer, but no one thinks to criticize the
> various M-6 versions for the same thing [snip]

I don't think the -2 and -P are such great bargains for shooters
anymore: What I've seen in the past few years have been battered and
overpriced examples. On the other hand, the M6 "classic" seems to be a
genuine bargain right now. Even if you don't like the M6's metering, you
have to admit that it's film reminder dial is a whole lot nicer ;-)

Jeff Segawa

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