Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/11/30
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Hi, I recently subscribed, have never owned a Leica... I am wondering if anyone has any comments about the screw mount clones like the Fed cameras or other clones that take the Leica lenses. To be dead honest, I have always felt that the main appeal of the Leica M was: 1. Low noise (no mirror slap as in SLR) 2. Lenses of very high quality, good 'bokeh' etc. I am willing to spend the money to get used Leica lenses (like maybe a 50mm or 35mm to start with), but let's be honest: the lens is more important to what ends up on film than the body, which is basically a lighttight box that holds the lens in proper position. I have considered the CL and CLE but even they are somewhat expensive (wish I was the guy who got the deal on the $600 M3DS + lenses package! :-) ) So, what is the best choice for a cheap Leica - compatible body? Thanks, ./patrick