Re: [Leica] Upgrade from Leica M3 to M6? Why?

["Jerry S. Justianto" <jsjm6@cbn.net.id>]

As I explained before I waited for 14 years to purchase my first M6.
I can't wait any longer when Leica make M6 TTL.
It is really helpful to get the Flash TTL.

JSJ


- ----- Original Message ----- 
From: Alan <h12345@earthlink.net>
To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us>
Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 1999 11:34 AM
Subject: [Leica] Upgrade from Leica M3 to M6? Why?


> I presently own three Leica M3 bodies that I am now preparing to have
> refurbished and restored.
> 
> (By the way - your recommendations on where to send M3's and
> accompanying lenses for restoration / refurbishment are greatly
> appreciated here.)
> 
> I used the M3's extensively in the 60s and 70s, and then, for some odd,
> foolish reason which I cannot now explain, I bought an automatic SLR
> (Canon EOS 650), and put away the Leicas.   Predictably-in-hindsight, I
> lost interest in photography over the years, and have only now come to
> understand why.  With this understanding comes the reawakened desire to
> feel the pure pleasure of the Leica back in my hands.
> 
> My question is, given the advance of technology since the 60's (now
> Leica is up to M6 TTL  and TTL0.85!), is there any compelling reason
> (particularly considering cost) to upgrade camera bodies?  If one was
> well-equipped with M3 bodies, lenses and accessories, what would justify
> 
> the cost of an upgrade?
> 
> Your comments are well-appreciated
> 
> 
> Alan
> 
> 
> (This message was originally posted to rec.photo.equipment.35mm.  In
> response, R. Saylor suggested that this message might generate a lively
> discussion if posted to the Leica Users Group.  As a result, I am
> subscribing to the list. (Thanks, Richard!)  In particular, I hope, that
> in addition to great advice, listmembers may have some good
> recommendations for refurbishment and repair of M3s)
> 
> 
> 
>