Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/08/08
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I own one of each (M6 and M6H). The absence of a 28mm frame line in the M6H is not a big deal for me. Since I wear glasses (pretty thick ones at that) the 28mm frame isn't all that visible in the viewfinder of the M6, so I use the hot-shoe viewfinder for the 28 on either body. I prefer to use the 28mm hot-shoe viewer anyway -- it's bright, uncluttered, and since the lens has a lot of depth of field, checking focus with the rangefinder isn't that critical. If I'm using both bodies at once, I tend to use the M6 with a 35mm lens, and the M6H for either the 28mm or 90mm lens -- the M6H really gives you a bigger frame line to work with for the 90mm lens. Chuck Albertson Seattle, Wash. Disclaimer: Sender does not represent that this communication (including any files attached) is free from computer viruses or other faults or defects. Sender will not be liable to you or to any other person for any loss or damage (including direct, consequential or economic loss or damage) however caused and whether by negligence or otherwise which may result directly or indirectly from the receipt or use of this communication or any files attached to this communication. It is the responsibility of any person opening any files attached to this communication to scan those files for computer viruses. > > > I am considering returning after 10 years to Leica rangefinders. I have > read the literature on the differences between the above. Can anyone > kindly comment on their experience of the advantages of the larger > viewfinder of the 0.85 version? It sounds exciting, but entails not > having the 28mm frame, which might be important - I do not know whether I > may eventually buy a 28mm lens. In short, does the larger viewfinder > adequately compensate for the loss of versatility? > > Many thanks. JH > > >