Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/01/06
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]We use the 40 mz3i and I have nothing but problems with it. Maybe I got a bad unit (god knows I've used a Metz 60 CT1 for over 20 yr. and love it - well really I'm on my third- wore out the first 2). It (40 MZ3i) goes back to Bogen on Monday for a look see. cheers Wilber - ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pascal" <cyberdog@attglobal.net> To: "LUG" <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us> Sent: Saturday, January 06, 2001 3:01 PM Subject: Re: [Leica] Comparison of Leica SLR and Contax SLR Systmes > On 06-01-2001 20:09, Wilber Jeffcoat wrote: > > >Will we be seeing the "R" system items we've (I've) wanted for years. Like > >focus confirmation, a 17-35 , a 28- 85 (both 2.8) and a flash that is > >dedicated to the R-8 by Leica and not an add on? Maybe AF?? > > Hi Wilber, > > I fail to see how the Hermes input would have a significant impact on R > developments in the next couple of years. > > As for AF and electronic focus aids: forget it, Leica has made it clear > this is not on the menu, not even in the future. > > New varios: maybe, depending on $$$ for R&D. But I don't believe they > will be f/2.8 ! > > Another Leica flash ? Why is that necessary? The small SF20 is nice, and > the Metz line is well-stocked with excellent flash guns that should cover > most needs. They are as Leica-dedicated as one could wish, if using the > Leica-specific SCA modules. > > Pascal > NO ARCHIVE > > --------- > Visit my Leica pages at http://members.nbci.com/cyberplace > --------- > <<< PGP public key available upon request >>> >