Re: [Leica] re-How do you change shutter speed on an O series?

[Ted Grant <tedgrant@home.com>]

Tristan Tom wrote:

 >>>all i can say is 'wow!'. those images look like they were shot back in 
the '20s! very cool...if i could afford the O-Series i would have one but 
alas, i cannot...<<<<

Take it easy Tristan, :-)  As it's the guy holding the camera, not the 
camera that is seeing the images.  And someone with an M, R, IIIf or 
minilux could shoot the exact same images.

Actually an M6 with a pre-war 50 or 35 screw mount adapted lens would make 
the scenes even more 20ish looking. ;-) The "O" is an interesting toy to 
play with, but I fear that's about it for a working pro relying on his gear 
to earn a living.

If I had one, not likely, I'd use it for happy snaps on Sundays. ;-)

However, I enjoy your enthusiasm very much.  I would think many of the 
group upon receiving a new toy, camera or lens, has the same kind of thrill 
and burst of enthusiasm as yourself, which equates to "I'm going out and 
shoot great pictures with this new Leica just as HCB did."Or whomever your 
photo idol maybe. ;-)

In reality, we all know it isn't the equipment, but many forget their 
feelings upon receiving their first Leica as they near exploded with 
enthusiasm and can't wait to start putting images on film. Be they whatever 
they maybe.

And I'm sure those who have the "O" are also boiling with enthusiasm to 
meet the challenges of using this "new-ancient" camera. :-)
ted