[Leica] OT - Contax G1

[hoppyman at bigpond.net.au (G Hopkinson)]

Jayanand, I had a G1 for twelve months, then a G2. I used the 28, 45, and 
90. I think that both cameras are superb ergonomically as
well as extremely well put together. I wished that the viewfinders were less 
squinty.
The auto focus requires careful pre-focus, locking then recomposing. I 
didn't mind that at all. I regard all three lenses as very
sharp and great performers.
In my opinion all of the G equipment is superb value on the second hand 
market. I finally sold all of mine to start with Leica M's
Let us know how you go and share pictures

Cheers, Geoff
hoppyman@bigpond.net.au
http://gallery.leica-users.org/v/gh/a/
 

-----Original Message-----
From: lug-bounces+hoppyman=bigpond.net.au@leica-users.org 
[mailto:lug-bounces+hoppyman=bigpond.net.au@leica-users.org] On Behalf Of
Jayanand Govindaraj
Sent: Thursday, 29 November 2007 16:07
To: Leica Users Group
Subject: [Leica] OT - Contax G1

I have been offered a Contax G1 with the 45mm Planar in very good condition.
Has anyone had any experience with this outfit? The price is right - under 
US$200 - I have read mixed reviews of the body, but
uniform raves about the lens, but I would like feedback born out of first 
hand experiences.
Cheers
Jayanand

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