Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2004/09/01
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Hi Mark, Mark Rabiner writes in part: > > Comparing small chip glorified point and shoots to a full sized chip > interchangeable lenses body? Or equating rather. > You can compare them and put one in the apples category and one with the > oranges. > WRT to most point and shoot digital cameras older than 12 months. the residual value when you "have to upgrade" is probably less per lb than unrefrigerated oranges of an equal age. > > If money spoke louder than words how many people would be on the Leica > list? > Well plenty on second thought as Leica gear makes a much better investment > both as a money retain value thing as well > as a use thing. > I wouldn't consider either as an investment. > > Both when you take a picture with them of Harry will still give you a > picture of Harry. > A good picture of Harry, as will digital cameras. Different strokes for different folks! > > There are lots of reasons to go Leica and forgoe normal budget > consideration and think on the long term. > And its often glass. > Definitely the glass! > Regards, Greg