Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/07/08
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]> > In a message dated 97-07-08 01:33:22 EDT, you write: > > << Features that are useless to some, > others cannot do without. > >> > I think that is what it really comes down to. For me, the matrix metering, > more advanced and readable viewfinder displays, higher shutter speeds were > all features of significance, especially the matrix metering where the > results for my level of use are dramatically different than my other R's. > They say the winder will be here in the fall, the drive, the spring, with > autobracketing...... > I loved my earlier R's, they now look a bit dated I am afraid. Intially the > 8 was off putting, but it grows on you with it's much easier to use > layout,finder,etc. I'd say look at the them both side to side before making > a choice.... Yes, I agree. But what about the weight!! The r7 is lighter than the r8. From this point of view I still love my old R4s. From my point of view, that is if you do reportage, that's a strong point of the R7 compared with the R8. - -francesco