jonnyboy Posted October 8, 2016 Share #1 Posted October 8, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Just wanted to shed a light on the Minilux. Always cursed on the internet for the E01/E02...but what a nice camera to use! I found a black model some time ago, it was broken with E02 but the look was hypnotizing and it was quite cheap I had to buy it! Few weeks ago i finally got it repaired and cleaned and now is back crispy as its release day! I just love this little camera! Its automation makes taking photos so simple and enjoyable. Is just nice to know to have a Leica in the pocket and be able to snap a nice flick at any given time without being noticed at all.Not sure if Leica would still repair those (and at what cost) but some people out in Lisbon they fix those 'death errors' for 80 Euros. They quick and very professional.And as much as I read online 'get a Contax T2 is way more reliable' I agree and disagree. The T2 is just not the same, not better nor worse...just not the same. This Minilux now stays in my backpack everywhere I go. Long live Leica Minilux. Sample photos: 10 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted October 8, 2016 Posted October 8, 2016 Hi jonnyboy, Take a look here Leica Minilux Appreciation Thread. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
rjans Posted October 8, 2016 Share #2 Posted October 8, 2016 (edited) Congrats with your Minilux. The lens is outstanding, superb.Good pictures. Which film did you use? I still have my Minilux but ever since I got my CM's I haven't used it anymore. Compared to the CM the build quality of the Minlux feels better, but the CM has a better viewfinder (stil small), faster shutter and the flash can be set default to off. Enjoy your Minilux. Best Edited October 8, 2016 by rjans 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbealnz Posted October 8, 2016 Share #3 Posted October 8, 2016 A great idea, and the images speak for themselves. Sometimes we can get hung up on the latest technologies etc. As you have found, the best camera is the one you have with you when you need it. Keep em coming. Gary 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share #4 Posted October 8, 2016 Congrats with your Minilux. The lens is outstanding, superb.Good pictures. Which film did you use? I still have my Minilux but ever since I got my CM's I haven't used it anymore. Compared to the CM the build quality of the Minlux feels better, but the CM has a better viewfinder (stil small), faster shutter and the flash can be set default to off. Enjoy your Minilux. Best Thanks! Those were shot with Kodak TMax 100 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted October 8, 2016 Author Share #5 Posted October 8, 2016 Feel free to post some pics from the CM. I been looking to get one for such a long time, never had a chance to see one for a reasonable price though! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjans Posted October 9, 2016 Share #6 Posted October 9, 2016 Feel free to post some pics from the CM. I been looking to get one for such a long time, never had a chance to see one for a reasonable price though! Hello, yes the prices of second hand CM's are very high. I got one a few years ago in mint condition for 400 €. Here's a picture taken with the CM using AgfaPhoto Vista Plus 200 ISO. The image is heavy compressed to get it here. Best Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/265351-leica-minilux-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=3125962'>More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted October 9, 2016 Author Share #7 Posted October 9, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Lovely photo, thanks for sharing! Wow 400 Euros was a bargain for a CM...I was looking on eBay earlier and I've seen one for 600 Euros Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjans Posted October 10, 2016 Share #8 Posted October 10, 2016 Lovely photo, thanks for sharing! Wow 400 Euros was a bargain for a CM...I was looking on eBay earlier and I've seen one for 600 Euros Thanks that you like the photo. When I use the CM it's most of the time with slide film and in that case I do not have a digital file, just development and mounting. But I found a professional lab that is able to devellop and scan, this means I have to do the mounting of the slides myself. I know I have also used the minilux with color negative film and did have CD's with scanned pictures of it. I'll see if I find the CD's and post some of the pictures here. Concerning the CM, I got it a few years back here in the buy and sell section. eBay is usually more expensive. I also remember that a CM once has been available at Aperture UK. Sometimes I take a look at their website because they seem to have reasonable prices for second hand gear. Best 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjans Posted October 11, 2016 Share #9 Posted October 11, 2016 I don't know if it has been posted before. It's a nice video about analog photography and the Minilux: Best 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkassenkunde Posted October 12, 2016 Share #10 Posted October 12, 2016 Shame on you - I thought I had all I need for my poor photographic attempts. But now there is this itchy feeling again and the repeated calling inside: "Buy me - try me". Oh Lord - my GAS is back 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted October 12, 2016 Share #11 Posted October 12, 2016 I don't know if it has been posted before. It's a nice video about analog photography and the Minilux: If I didn't know better I'd have thought this video was some kind of hipster parody. The only giveaway (that it was probably sincere) was that the subject used a cafetiere to make his morning coffee rather than some fancy 'artisan' kit. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted October 16, 2016 Author Share #12 Posted October 16, 2016 I find the flickr group quite inspiring: https://www.flickr.com/groups/minilux/ I shot only black and white since I got mine...and as soon as I finish the loaded roll I will out on some Kodak Color 200 and see how it perform! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybang Posted November 25, 2016 Share #13 Posted November 25, 2016 Some great images by jonnyboy and rjans. Anyone willing to sell their CM? Having a small camera to always have on hand is looking very appealing! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandokan Posted December 25, 2016 Share #14 Posted December 25, 2016 How did you repair it? I have two just in case one develops E01/02 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted January 28, 2017 Author Share #15 Posted January 28, 2017 How did you repair it? I have two just in case one develops E01/02 Sorry for the late reply, I know a person in Portugal who know how to bring back to life those Minilux...you can ship over to him he is 100% reliable I had him doing services for me on multiple occasions. Let me know if you need any details 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandokan Posted January 28, 2017 Share #16 Posted January 28, 2017 Sorry for the late reply, I know a person in Portugal who know how to bring back to life those Minilux...you can ship over to him he is 100% reliable I had him doing services for me on multiple occasions. Let me know if you need any details Thanks. Will you put the details into the Repairers thread ... or just send me a private message please. Many thanks! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjans Posted January 29, 2017 Share #17 Posted January 29, 2017 (edited) I had it marked in favourites. It should be : http://fototecnica.com.pt/pt. Also have seen on ebay, in Portugal. It could be the same repair specialist. The repair specialists thread is locked so I could not add. Best Edited January 29, 2017 by rjans Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandler Posted April 20, 2017 Share #18 Posted April 20, 2017 Sorry for the late reply, I know a person in Portugal who know how to bring back to life those Minilux...you can ship over to him he is 100% reliable I had him doing services for me on multiple occasions. Let me know if you need any details Thanks to encouragement from jonnyboy, I recently sent my pristine "sleeping beauty" Minilux with the dreaded E02 for repair to porto, and received back a fully functioning camera within a month. The service was quick, communication good, and no issues! UPDATED DETAILS FOR THE REPAIR SERVICE: Pedro Dolores Rua Dom Jeronimo de Azevedo 470 4º Andar Casa 41 4250-238 Porto Portugal Email ; leicareparacao@gmail.com cameras he repairs: Leica minilux Leica Minilux Zoom Leica CM Ricoh R1 Ricoh GR1 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share #19 Posted May 5, 2017 Pedro is a legend! I'm glad he brought your Minilux back to life! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkassenkunde Posted May 15, 2017 Share #20 Posted May 15, 2017 I finally took the plunge and bought a Minilux, too. I was surprised about the weight, a total difference to the other P&S, I own and use (Ricoh GR1s, Rollei Prego micron, Lomo LC-A) Tomorrow I will bring my first test roll to the drug store for development. Until now everything seems to work flawlessly. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/265351-leica-minilux-appreciation-thread/?do=findComment&comment=3275531'>More sharing options...
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