Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/10/14

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Konica Hexar RF
From: "Ken Iisaka" <kiisaka@attglobal.net>
Date: Thu, 14 Oct 1999 20:51:35 -0700
 
- ----- Original Message -----
From: Johnny Deadman <deadman@jukebox.demon.co.uk>
> Thus, if the RF version is similar to the original Hexar, I would imagine
it
> would make a GREAT second body. The shutter will no doubt be much louder
as
> it is now focal plane rather than in the lens. The automatic modes are
very
> suited to low light photography, and the RF is a dream. Spot metering is
> available in manual mode. HOWEVER if the polycarbonate body is the same it
> is not a pro's main camera, so should not dent sales of the M6 too much.
If
> they have put it in a metal box and overengineered the mechanics, however,
> it could be very interesting.

Hexar RF has an aluminium diecast body, with titanium covering, with black,
crinkle paint.