Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2007/10/23
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]On Tue, 23 Oct 2007 "Benjamin Marks" <benmarks2005@gmail.com> wrote: > > Justin: > since you list very manual cameras in your message below, you must be > comfortable using a handheld meter. If you're on a budget: go for an M3 or > M2 in user condition ($650-700) with a 50 Summicron from the 60's > ($350-450). I'm sure that others on the list will chime in with their own > recommendations. ............................................................................................................................................ I second this. An M3 gives a bigger image if (like me) you prefer a 50mm lens. The M2 will allow you to use a 35mm lens without a separate finder. I went for a collapsible 50mm f/2 Summicron when I bought mine so I could keep it under my arm (or a jacket or sport coat) no matter the situation. I don't know if others would agree, but I think M cameras are great for action such as bicycle racing, once you get used to rangefinder focusing. I used to shoot basketball with my M3. Alan Alan Magayne-Roshak, Senior Photographer University Information Technology Services University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Office Phone: 414 229-6525 | E-mail: amr3@uwm.edu Department Phone: 414 229-4282 http://gallery.leica-users.org/v/Alan+Magayne-Roshak/