fotografr Posted November 17, 2009 Author Share #21 Posted November 17, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) I think we need a shot of you in your stealth garb. We shouldn't have to image what you look like when the M8 is SO stealthy. I don't think that would be possible. I'm so stealth nobody can see me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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farnz Posted November 17, 2009 Share #22 Posted November 17, 2009 I don't think that would be possible. I'm so stealth nobody can see me. See? Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
epand56 Posted November 17, 2009 Share #23 Posted November 17, 2009 You guys are crazy, lol... It's just a camera. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicoleica Posted November 17, 2009 Share #24 Posted November 17, 2009 It's called "touch of class," Nicole. Actually, when I got that filter, it was either take the silver or wait 2 to 3 more months for a black one. Remember those days? I remember them well Brent. Hope you didn't take offense, but I couldn't resist it. (I too have had a silver filter on a black lens, but it was on a silver camera. ) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted November 17, 2009 Share #25 Posted November 17, 2009 Perhaps some do, but mine wasn't so easy. There was virtually no space to get a toothpick in to pry the old dot out. I was barely able to get the point of an Exacto knife along the edge on mine, which is why I ended up breaking two points before getting the dot out. The next time: Put your thumb on the dot and twist right and left till it moves ever so slightly. Then get two toothpicks and push left and right against the Leica scipt for the same twising motion. Wihin a few minutes the dot will slide off. Alternately, take a thick needle, push it through the dot just above the "C: (there is an access hole in the body there) and lever it off. that is the destructive five seconds method. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkspark Posted November 18, 2009 Share #26 Posted November 18, 2009 The next time: Put your thumb on the dot and twist right and left till it moves ever so slightly. Then get two toothpicks and push left and right against the Leica scipt for the same twising motion. Wihin a few minutes the dot will slide off. Alternately, take a thick needle, push it through the dot just above the "C: (there is an access hole in the body there) and lever it off. that is the destructive five seconds method. Good to know. Nice trick! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
viramati Posted November 18, 2009 Share #27 Posted November 18, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) personally I just use black electrical tape to cover all number and logos and have done so on all the cameras I have (or have had) may it be nikon, leica, panasonic or whatever. After all I only want to take pictures and don't give damn about the aesthetics (for god sake it's not jewellery) on the other hand I don't like to be a walking advertisement. Worst in this case was the blight yellow D700 logo on my nikon that had to go straightaway. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
damaso Posted November 18, 2009 Share #28 Posted November 18, 2009 I, for one, like it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mauribix Posted November 18, 2009 Share #29 Posted November 18, 2009 I find the red ones too contrasty too. Yes, I prefer low-contrast dots too rather than those red ASPH one. Classic look vs the modern one... :D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aesop Posted November 18, 2009 Share #30 Posted November 18, 2009 <snip>...It's just a camera. ...very difficult to digest once you've forked out several thousand €/$/£/¥ - lots of evidence within this forum. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisC Posted November 18, 2009 Share #31 Posted November 18, 2009 how did you get the paint out of the M8 text? Easy - If you are posh; a sharpened toothpick. If you aren't; a sharpened matchstick. I used matchsticks - [hated that white paint]. ............ Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted November 18, 2009 Author Share #32 Posted November 18, 2009 I remember them well Brent. Hope you didn't take offense, but I couldn't resist it. (I too have had a silver filter on a black lens, but it was on a silver camera. ) No offense taken at all, Nicole. Cheers, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted November 18, 2009 Author Share #33 Posted November 18, 2009 It's just a camera. Just a camera? Enrico, a Leica is never just a camera. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShivaYash Posted November 18, 2009 Share #34 Posted November 18, 2009 I rather like the Leica red dot, and enjoy being stopped in the street and asked about the camera, mainly from fellow Leica people. It's happened twice whereby I've befriended those who have stopped me, it's great to keep in touch and share Leica experiences. Why bother covering up, Leica lovers will spot you a mile off! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted November 18, 2009 Author Share #35 Posted November 18, 2009 I rather like the Leica red dot, and enjoy being stopped in the street and asked about the camera, mainly from fellow Leica people. It's happened twice whereby I've befriended those who have stopped me, it's great to keep in touch and share Leica experiences. Why bother covering up, Leica lovers will spot you a mile off! No attempted cover up, really. What it comes down to is I just prefer the way it looks now. Someone at Leica must agree. Otherwise, they wouldn't have made the black dots in the first place. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted November 18, 2009 Share #36 Posted November 18, 2009 Someone at Leica must agree. Otherwise, they wouldn't have made the black dots in the first place. ...as my stock black M8.2 attests. If I ever get another M, even if chrome/grey, I'd consider putting on a black dot. Just looks nice IMO. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
grduprey Posted November 19, 2009 Share #37 Posted November 19, 2009 personally I just use black electrical tape to cover all number and logos and have done so on all the cameras I have (or have had) may it be nikon, leica, panasonic or whatever. After all I only want to take pictures and don't give damn about the aesthetics (for god sake it's not jewellery) on the other hand I don't like to be a walking advertisement. Worst in this case was the blight yellow D700 logo on my nikon that had to go straightaway. So do you remove or cover up the nameplate/logos on your autos, tv, stove, fridge, etc? Personally, this is all a waste of time, I just take it out of the box and use it and forget about the nameplates/logos. Gene Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
norm_snyder Posted November 19, 2009 Share #38 Posted November 19, 2009 Do we really use these things 'cause they look cool? It's a little like the drivers here who leave their fog lights on all the time, because they like the way the car looks. But then, they can't see them from the driver's seat.... I use black gaffer tape. Now that one of my M8's is getting "brassy" I guess I'd be willing to deface it, though. I may finally even peel the [now blistering] clear plastic film off the base plate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted November 19, 2009 Share #39 Posted November 19, 2009 Do we really use these things 'cause they look cool? It's a little like the drivers here who leave their fog lights on all the time, because they like the way the car looks. But then, they can't see them from the driver's seat.... Not the car analogy I'd use. Instead, if you were shopping for a top performing car (like a top performing camera), say a Ferrari, would you buy a red one with the decals all over it, or maybe go for a black or silver one without the yellow decals? Leica produces black and red dots. People obviously don't buy the camera for the cool dots, but given a choice, why not choose the one you like? But, I agree about the fog lights...plus it's illegal, I think, in many places. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
norm_snyder Posted November 19, 2009 Share #40 Posted November 19, 2009 Silver...red leather...Red paint and decals would be too conspicuous. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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