Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/11/02
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Just got back from the photo show in NYC at the Javitts Center. Since I'm back out on my own after five years as a phjoto staffer, I thought I'd better take in some seminars to get the promotional/marketing juices running. Between seminars, I stepped through the trade show. Of course, I stopped at the Leica booth, picked up some obligatory brochures, and then was pleasantly surprised to find almost hidden in one corner two techs who were doing free examinations and shutter speed tests of bodies and lenses. Luckily my M6 checked out (don't think it has ever been serviced since purchase in 1985). One suggestion made to me by the examiner was that I should leave the shutter speed setting on Bulb when not shooting, because this ensured that the meter would be turned off, especially in a camera bag and thus not run down the batteries. This was news to me (the Bulb setting), but it sure sounds like a good idea. Also looked at the new 21 ASPH lens. VERY nice looking. May start saving my $$ for a future purchase. I know from experience that I DO like that focal length, having owned a 21 f3.4 in the past. The external 21mm finder on the sample M6 also showed a nice clear image, I thought. Luckily they aren't allowed to sell cameras/lenses, etc. at the show. (However, B&H photo at their new location is only a 8-10 minute walk away; I ONLY bought film and a bulk loader). Cheers, Chris - ----------------- Christopher Morrow Christopher Morrow Photography Canandaigua, NY 716.394.8810 phone 716.394.4953 fax http://www.chrismorrow.com - -----------------