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Oh yes, some decisions are extremely easy. The S2 is not even on my radar 
screen. I don't think my kidneys are worth that much.

Cheers,
Nathan

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On Aug 15, 2012, at 6:09 PM, Frank Filippone wrote:

> It sounded like the S2 was the better performer, IF you could afford it.
> But only slightly, and only under certain user conditions.
> 
> D800E is better for sports, high ISO needs, and lower weight (?  Bulk?)
> S2 better for color
> 
> Like many things, if you have an existing selection of Nikon lenses, Nikon
> may sway you over.  If you have no legacy starting place, then maybe $$$
> will be the main determinant.  If you have $$$ and want the best lenses
> available, bar none, then the S2 wins out.  If you are a Pro and worry 
> about
> repair issues, and rental, the D800E wins.
> 
> The systems are about 10:1 in price.  
> 
> No decision is easy.....
> 
> Frank Filippone
> Red735i at earthlink.net
> 
> 
> 
> Here is one comparison between the D800E and the S2:
> 
> http://blog.mingthein.com/2012/05/05/an-unfair-fight-nikon-d800e-vs-leica-s2
> -p/
> 
> 
> 
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