Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/12/09
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]> > Maybe the new AF Contax SLR system could be a compromise if manual > focusing with it works allright (that is, better than Canon or Nikon). > > Pascal AF notwithstanding, the 6-megapixel Contax is a very appealing proposition not only for its pixel count but (perhaps more importantly) for its 24mm x 36mm CCD size as well. Focal lengths remain as marked. However, a Contax marketing rep at the recent New York Photo Plus told me that the anticipated price point for the body was a very Leica-like $7,500. A rebadged Contax N1 digital with Leica lens mount would certainly be on my list for Santa. I own a very comprehensive Leica R system and there is nothing I'd like more than to hear a firm committent to the "R" system from Leica; one that includes a digital body. While waiting for the digital body, at least a AA battery holder for the R8 motor would be nice! Dave F.