Leica CL

[dlevy@worldy.com]

I thought I'd just say that I am amazed at the response to the query I made
concerning the CL and M5 cameras.

My isp was down for a few days, so I may not have received all the
responses. I did not see any regarding owner/users of the M5, though a few
who appeared to consider it at one time or another felt it was too large or
out of proportion.

1 reply appears to be from a camera service person who from a construction
point did not like the CL stating it definitely not be a Leica. He did not
state whether he was an owner/user of one, but since he appears to have
experience in their maintenance/reliability, I won't discard his response.

Several replies mixed the CL issue with another question I raised about the
same time which was the definition of a "professional" camera. Surprisingly,
there were those who appeared not to own/use the CL who claimed it was not a
'professional' camera for several reasons most notably related to its not
having the same functionality as an M series. However, there were as many
responses from writers who used the CL professionally. Maybe the issue of
'professional' camera is more amorphous than originally thought.

Of the replies, there were a few who had experienced problems with the meter
sticking. Since this is not unusual for meter movements AND many more had
indicated no problems, it may be that the camera is hardier than its
reported to be. In a review of the CL, when it first came out mentioned the
meter movement was not as well protected from dust as some other cameras,
but it did not seem to be a problem to the reviewer.

I'm happy that the response has lead to at least 1 person seeking more
information about it for the stated purpose of purchasing it; another may
dust his off (hopefully to use vs. sell) and it has broadened out to
feedback regarding the errant offspring/sibling from Minolta, the CLE.

Over the next few days, I will try to quantify the responses and report them
to the group. If you have further comments related to the CL, M5, or now
CLE, please write them so I may include them.


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Brian Levy, J.D.
Toronto, Ont.
dlevy@worldy.com