Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/07/08
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Brian Ng wrote: > > Now my questions: > 2) One day I plan on getting a 35mm lens. Will the 40mm frameline in the CL > correct for parallex when coupled with a 35? Yes. > Anyone tried using a 35mm with the CL before? No. I prefer the 40mm summicron. Somehow 35 and I have never hit it off... > > > In Hong Kong I'm a bit worried because I have no Chinese language ability. > How difficult is it to get by just using English? Easy. It was the official language until China took over from the British. > Will I be able to buy > camera stuff and/or electronic gear for a good price without getting ripped > off (how are prices for Leica stuff, by the way?)? Probably. The Leica dealer in the Central district (whose name I have forgotten (Sigh) was very reliable a decade or so ago... > Any suggestions on what > to do in Hong Kong while I'm there (I have only four days)? Go to: The peak. The central market. Any street market. The monastery on Lantau Island (the boat ride alone is worth the trip). Aberdeen floating restaurants (for the scenery, not the food). Ride on top of a double decker bus and get off when you see an interesting street scene (about two per block). Be alert to some of the vast cultural differences and contrasts. Photograph the squatter huts at the base of some of the ritzy high rises. Notice how dirt OUTSIDE a dwelling is not considered anyone's responsibility. Notice how even poor fruit vendors enjoy their work and how skilled they are. I envy your opportunities. Have fun. Regards, Mike Quinn