Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2005/04/20
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]John Collier writes: > No Digital M = No Leica > > I feel that there would be a substantial market for a digital camera with > an M finder and operating controls designed for actual photography rather > than a bazillion different "features". > > John Collier 6 months ago, I would have argued with you along the lines of "film will be with us for a long time yet" and "there will be many hobbists who will enjoy the feel and real of Leica photography", BUT I am beginning to wonder how long film will last. Yes I know there will be outlets for film much as there are outlets for any "craft - hobby", but even in places like Vietnam, film is sitting on the shelf and digital cameras are walking out the door. I cannot buy Tetenal C41 tablet process anymore, and therefore need to save up 12 to 20 films to justify processing colour film. If the processing labs close down, I suspect people will meekly accept the "need" to move to digital anyway. Digital is just so sexy at the moment, that any other considerations are put aside. Hmmm, so if Leica cannot find a niche in the digital world, as it has held a niche in the film world, then perhaps it will only be a high end repair shop for enthusiasts : of whom there will be a lot throughout the world. Yet despite this, a Leica Gallery will be opening in Melbourne on May 6: here's luck Cheers Alastair Firkin www.afirkin.com www.familyofman2.com