Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2003/06/25
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Subject: Re: [Leica] R8/R9 Digital Back announced > Unfortunately, I think Leica got it backwards. They should have developed a > digital M body that takes M lenses, and sell it for about $1,200. No > viewfinder issues, and a "disposable" technology for those who have invested > in the glass, but want the immediatcy of digital. How many times does this have to be repeated. IT'S NOT POSSIBLE WITH CURRENT TECHNOLOGY to make a digital back for the M body. The rear lens element would be too close to the sensor. Gary - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html