Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/03/13
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Re: Fred's new CL Nice system, Fred! I have two CL's, with 90 and 40 lenses, which make a very compact travelling system. Altho they don't have quite the roust "feel" of an M camera, I like them a lot. The 90mm is a great lens, whether Rokkor or Leitz. Both were made by Leitz. I have shot both the 40 Rokkor and Summicron. From my experience with some large B&W prints, the Summicron holds an edge over the Rokkor in the 40mm length. Contrast seems stronger and wide open is sharper. Nevertheless, the Rokkor is no slouch. I have some fine images from it, too. I like also the quiet shutter of the CL and the internal needle light meter. All in all, a great little camera that can capture some great big images. As for the strap, you need a one-piece leather one like a belt. It goes thru the end lugs and buckles together. Make it about elbow length and you have a nice "stealth" system which tucks neatly behind your arm. Until you find one, you could use a standard strap with the end rings taped well so they don't scratch the body. I found a neat travel and carrying case for the CL at a garage sale for $1.00. It's an Aladdin insulated black lunch box! Holds CL with 40mm attached, 90mm in the drink section, with room to spare for a small table top tripod, shutter release and three rolls of film. So do like I do - skip lunch and go shoot that CL! Regards, Gary Todoroff Tree LUGger