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enboe · 01.01.2009, 16:51

Thanks for the additional information.

The D-Lux4 sounds like it would fit most needs, with minor liens in the telephoto and low-light "action" candids. If your low-light candids are not moving at the speed of sports or dance, it will do nicely there too.

There are threads on the digital forum on adapters for using M glass on the new Panasonic G1. This is an interesting option you may want to explore.

Low light may present a challenge for the mentioned Sigma DP1, but the newly announced DP2 with its f/2.8 lens is somewhat better.

And lastly, the M8 or M8.2. You may want to check with your local Leica dealer who is having an M8.2 test drive promotion to see if that's something of interest. If you look around very carefully, there are some absolutely mint M8's coming up on the market right now from users who are itching for the M8.2. One of these will be in the range of $3K, versus $4K for a new one or $6K for an M8.2.

Enjoy! You're very lucky you have a hobby to share.

Eric

01.01.2009, 16:51	#6 (permalink)
enboe Erfahrener Benutzer Join Date: 04.10.2002 Posts: 340	G1, M8, D4, ... Thanks for the additional information. The D-Lux4 sounds like it would fit most needs, with minor liens in the telephoto and low-light "action" candids. If your low-light candids are not moving at the speed of sports or dance, it will do nicely there too. There are threads on the digital forum on adapters for using M glass on the new Panasonic G1. This is an interesting option you may want to explore. Low light may present a challenge for the mentioned Sigma DP1, but the newly announced DP2 with its f/2.8 lens is somewhat better. And lastly, the M8 or M8.2. You may want to check with your local Leica dealer who is having an M8.2 test drive promotion to see if that's something of interest. If you look around very carefully, there are some absolutely mint M8's coming up on the market right now from users who are itching for the M8.2. One of these will be in the range of $3K, versus $4K for a new one or $6K for an M8.2. Enjoy! You're very lucky you have a hobby to share. Eric