Leica M (Typ 262) 24MP Compact Digital Rangefinder Camera Body - With Leica 50mm f/2.4 Summarit-M Aspherical Lens USA, Black, Leica Oberwerth LE Handmade System Case, 2x Leica SD Card and Credit Card Holde

2016-10-12T05:38:02

I went digital in 2001 and after 3 cameras ditched the medium in 2006 and went back to my film cameras. The images and especially the black and white were disappointing... Also there was too much menus, buttons, gizmos and white balance was a nightmare. Over time I understood the tech got better but I was always put off by the overuse of menus options and buttons, to include automation and video for the love of all that is holy why. I have been keeping my eye on the digital technology all the while happily shooting film. Now the M 262 well, it is exactly what I have been waiting for... Simple, all camera, manual focus, waif like menu, no clutter just you, the aperture, shutter speed, and focus ring PERFECT!!!!! Also the full frame sensor PERFECT :) shooting raw, I find the images need very little attention in post process if you get the exposure right in camera. If you shoot well the raw images very much look color film and I am happy with them. The black and white still needs work but this will supplement my film shooting style very well. Yes, it is expensive, but it is well worthy to hold my Leica glass, its well built and feels really goo in your hand... If you shoot Leica now or a rangefinder you will feel right at home with this camera. I do recommend this camera...

JOHN M.

2016-09-12T11:21:02

Took two photos; when I hit Play to view them, the camera locked up. I tried everything, but still "frozen" Returned for refund. It's a shame; it was good discount (Still High-priced however ) Gene

GENE B.