Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/03/29
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Tom, Fieldgrass and Gale, a long established trading outfit in the UK have at present several SLs for under 200 UKP, a veritable bargain. At the other extreme I think I can find a boxed SL2 (unopened) but this may well be over 1500 UKP. I have no R cameras, but an SL, which I think is great and an SL2 (too!) which is handier for lower light level readings (by 2 stops) especially with the additional backlight. It will also accomodate 3 extra lenses if you want to fit the 16mm Fisheye, the 80-200mm zoom or the 24mm. The additional split screen rangefinder in the microprism is good for some lenses, less useful for others. The SL and SL2 (both of which were designed for 2 Cam lenses) may work with some ROM lenses, but I'm not sure on this and would suggest you e-mail Leica direct for their advice. Jem - -----Original Message----- From: Tom.Henson@bakerbotts.com [SMTP:Tom.Henson@bakerbotts.com] Sent: 29 March 2001 16:02 To: leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us Subject: [Leica] Used SL or SL2 I have a question for all the users who are familiar with the older Leica reflex cameras. I was going to purchase a new R6.2 next week to supplement my R8 and 3 lenses. But, after doing a little research and reading a few posts I am now interested in possibly purchasing an excellent condition SL or SL2. Several people have told me that these cameras in their opinion were the last great reflex cameras being fully mechanical that Leica produced. I was also told that the quality was first rate. Would anyone care to comment of this opinion and give me their two cents? Also can you recommend one over the other and if so, what production year or serial numbers should I look for. Last but not least, what should I expect to pay for anything up to mint in a box. I don't mind paying top dollar if it is justified by the condition. Last, can I safely use my new R rom lenses with this camera, or would I need an adapter of some sort. Would this camera damage my new lenses. I have a 28-70mm Vario Elmar, a 80-200mm Vario Elmar, and a 100mm APO macro with the Elpro macro close up adapter. I know this is asking a lot, but if you also could recommend a reliable source for used equipment that would be appreciated. I am new to the used market and wouldn't know where to start. Thanks you any comments and have a good day. Tom Henson Houston, Texas ********************************************************************** CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This email may contain confidential or privileged material and is intended only for the intended recipient. Any review, distribution, copying or use of the information contained in or transmitted with this message by anyone else is prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender or postmaster@bakerbotts.com and delete all copies of the message. **********************************************************************