Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/02/12

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Subject: Re: [Leica] R8 counterpoint. It really is better.
From: Jeffcoat Photography <jeffcoatphoto@sumter.net>
Date: Sat, 12 Feb 2000 09:37:05 -0500

Long live the R8!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cheers Wilber GFE
BTW The Motor is a work of art, fit and finish are wonderful and it
works!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 http://www.jeffcoatphotography.com

Dan S wrote:

> A little counterpoint to the legion of R bashers here on the lug:)
>
> I know it can be dangerous to break ranks in cult settings... which I think
> describes some of the feelings about the M's, but I just have to weigh in on
> this subject.  LUGers suggesting that the R should be dropped from the
> line-up really have their M-rose colored glasses on.
>
> So here goes,
>
> The R8 is better than the M6 because:
>
> It has the best damn viewfinder in the photographic world.  (I don't care
> how clear the M6 finder is, it just doesn't allow exact framing!  It pisses
> me off to get collateral stuff in my shots unless I PLANNED for it)
>
> The R8 has a MUCH more accurate meter. Gimme a spot meter over center
> weighted any day.
>
> The R8 has a MUCH more accurate shutter, with greater speed ranges.  Say
> good-bye to shutter tapering at 1/1000.  A pain in the ass that accompanies
> manual cameras with regularity.
>
> It allows truly flexible photography.  You can shoot macro's and street with
> the same camera.  Yes, you can shoot candid and street with an SLR.  No, the
> M does not drop a cloak of invisibility on the user.
>
> It is better built than any other manual focus 35SLR currently
> available...Yes they have had their problems, but they are worked out now.
> Ask a Contax user about reliability if you want a real sob story.(I am one
> of those)
>
> As for auto focus...Yes, Leica should offer it.  No, I wouldn't buy it.
>
> So that's my shot at this subject.  I like the M, but the best of my
> photography happens with SLR's.  There , I said it.   Lash me with noodles
> if you like, but it's the truth.
>
> Best wishes to all
> Dan States
> Chicago Illinois
>
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Cheers Wilber GFE
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