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Subject: Re: [Leica] R8 vs. EOS-1v questions
From: "Wilber Jeffcoat" <wilber@jeffcoatphotography.com>
Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2001 15:35:23 -0500
References: <EC1D893EF5042348ADC8A79B742E9EFB4F440E@GCI-MOCEX01.us.ad.gannett.com>

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From: Zeissler, Mitch <mzeissle@gcipoa.gannett.com>
To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us>
Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2001 2:17 PM
Subject: [Leica] R8 vs. EOS-1v questions


> All...
> 
> I am in the beginning stages of a possible SLR purchase, to supplement
> my M6 with longer lenses.  I'm interested in hearing from others
> [off-list, if you prefer] that have had experience with both systems.  I
> am interested in the R8 because of the glass [naturally] and the fact it
> feels so much like using the M [very simple and not a lot of
> automation].  I am interested in the EOS primarily because of the IS
> availability and the way it allows one to shoot at low speeds without
> using a tripod.
> 
> I have only played with the R8 at the local camera store, so I don't
> have any field experience to base a comparison on.  I will say that the
> R lens prices throw quite a chill on the party and I'm surprised that
> auto-bracketing is not possible without the full blown motor drive.
> 
> I used to own one of the very early EOS bodies back in the mid-80's, but
> the 1v is very different from what I had back then.  I have some
> experience shooting with a friend's EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM and am
> astounded by the results.
> 
> For what it's worth, Ye Olde Locale Camera Store was pushing me in the
> direction of the Nikon F100.
> 
> My shooting style is the lighter, the better [I have a couple herniated
> discs], with glasses.  I carry a mini-table tripod, but the full size
> one is always too much for me on extended hikes, thus the interest in
> the IS glass.
> 
> Any comments or shared experiences are welcomed.
> 
> /Mitch Zeissler
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