Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/06/22
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>G'day,
>
>Thanks for people who gave me a few suggestions with regards equipment.
>
>I think I've fine tuned my selection.
>
>It looks like what I need is M2 or M4-P, with a 35mm lens either a f2
>(summicron?) or F2.8(elmar?). If the camera works well I would consider a
>90mm to carry while I skiing.
>
>Essentially what I am looking for is a 'photographers point and shoot'.
>Something small and light, basically to take shots of friends and
>interesting places that I've been. I have never used a rangefinder before
>so that may take a while to get used to. Though the rest of the camera
>looks straight forward which is one of the main attractions.
>
>Now the hard part,
>
>Where is the best place to pick up a M2 or M4-P. I'd don't want to spend
>a fortune but at the same time I'd rather not spend a lot on repairs.
>
>Given that I'm looking for a 35mm lens which one?
>
>
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I'd go for the M6 instead of either of the above choices. You are gonna
need a meter. The older cameras do not have one. Also many times with
older cameras they have not been serviced for 20 years or so and you'll
spend more on them than a newer one. If you do buy an old one try to
find a recently serviced one.
You can probably find a nice user M6 for $1200
I like my 35 f2 Summicron Aspherical. If price is an issue then go for an
older Summicron.
Look at this site for dependable Leica info:
http://www.imx.nl/photosite/leica/leicahome.html
Henry