Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/09/28
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>In the rangefinder lineup- the same basic chassis could support both >mechanical and electronic shutters, and various viewfinder configurations. >R&D is no problem, most of the features are already available as current >technology, and including cameras with some more plastic components might >make an economical alternative for some, yet would still mount the Leica >lenses. Even the lenses might be offered in two lines like Nikons offering >for the pros one line, and the amateur another with plastic mounts and >barrels. >Just some random thoughts. In all of this thread, I believe we're forgetting what Minolta did when they produced the CLE. I still wish that I hadn't sold mine. George Berger gberger@his.com