Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/04/02
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I agree that Rollei TLRs are quieter. So is my Kodak Retina IIc. That's an attribute of in-lens leaf shutters. Leicas are more convenient to shoots with, have interchangeable lenses and are quiet enough for discreet shooting. Dan K. >In my opinion the Rollei TLR cameras are much more quite then my Leica M4, >which is rather quite in itself. >Mickey Rosenthal > >Rich Lahrson wrote: > >> > You know how Leica M cameras are renowned for being quiet? >> >> Hi Martin! >> >> Remember those 'Modern Photography' tests that had the number given >> for dB level of the sound for the shutter? I doubt if any tests in the >> photography press give full information on this as most people would >> only be confused by it, at least I would. Face it, we LOVE that >> Leica sound! Or what? >> >> Is the Rollei TLR quieter than Leica M camera? Let's see the >> evidence! There both real quite, betting out 35 and roll film single >> lens reflexes. >> >> Cheers, >> >> Rich Lahrson >> tripspud@wenet.net > >