seemeng Posted November 30, 2009 Share #1 Posted November 30, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Guys, I actually ordered a Chrome M9 but there is no stock at all. The dealer called me today offering me a Black unit. Should I decide to give it up, I may only get my Chrome unit next year as shipments are being diverted to Europe and the US for the Christmas season. Can anyone offer me a true assessment of the Chrome unit? How does the paint look? Does it look like some plasticky Japanese point and shoot? Or is it closer or the same as the Leica Anthracite? I have to decide by tomorrow. Best, SM Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted November 30, 2009 Posted November 30, 2009 Hi seemeng, Take a look here Have to decide by tomorrow on Black or Chrome.. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
markgay Posted November 30, 2009 Share #2 Posted November 30, 2009 Lots of perspectives already posted on this: Those who want a real chrome version and those who are more open to the grey version .. as well as those who are perfectly happy with the new black paint even if it is not the lacquer of old... lots of comments if you search. Regards, Mark But I'm hanging out for chrome )) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
seemeng Posted November 30, 2009 Author Share #3 Posted November 30, 2009 Thanks Mark. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
yanidel Posted November 30, 2009 Share #4 Posted November 30, 2009 The grey would match perfectly wtith a Hugo Boss suit. Very classy. Now you don't need a suit to take pictures so if you have to wait another 3 months to get one, go for the black. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveYork Posted November 30, 2009 Share #5 Posted November 30, 2009 Do they take different pictures? Of course not. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikkor AIS Posted November 30, 2009 Share #6 Posted November 30, 2009 Buy the black and sell it to me:p. No really get the black and start making Digital capture's. If you really want a chrome later Im sure you could sell the black M9 for what you paid if not more in a couple of months. Gregory SmugMug Photo & Video Sharing. You look better here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adli Posted November 30, 2009 Share #7 Posted November 30, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Want to swap? I ordered a black one and was offered a Chrome one 20 min ago.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ario Arioldi Posted November 30, 2009 Share #8 Posted November 30, 2009 Do they take different pictures? Of course not. I've been told by a reliable source that the steel gray is better suited to reproduce the mid tones while the black paint version is preferred if you want to capture deep black's.:) Cheers, Ario Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
B&W Posted November 30, 2009 Share #9 Posted November 30, 2009 Want to swap? I ordered a black one and was offered a Chrome one 20 min ago.... Don't do it - the grey is very nice and I do believe it will grow on you;) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bo_Lorentzen Posted November 30, 2009 Share #10 Posted November 30, 2009 If you have a titanium watch, that is very close to the finish, the camera is a shade darker than titanium. but the laquer finish is much like titanium. at first I was anoyed that it was paint instead of metal, as my other M cameras are all chrome, but the gray is lovely. just a beautiful camera. . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balivernes Posted November 30, 2009 Share #11 Posted November 30, 2009 Yep, got the grey (it ain't chrome) and - really - it is one sexy s o b, even if not the 50's vintage look many seem to aspire to. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
innerimager Posted November 30, 2009 Share #12 Posted November 30, 2009 I got the steel grey because it was available. I have black and chrome M bodies, I wasn't sure how I'd like the steel grey...and I love it! Looks great, both chrome and black lenses pair well with it, and I like the fine texture covering on it more than the coarser one that comes with the black M9. I've "heard" that there may be problems with the paint wearing off, I have seen no indication of this after three 10 hour shoots, but who knows. But as to how it looks, a big thumbs up from me.....Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
smoody Posted November 30, 2009 Share #13 Posted November 30, 2009 I love the classic look of the gray, but I have the black and I have zero regrets. It looks a bit more nondescript and thus attracts a little less attention -- that could be my imagination, of course but I haven't had one person ask me about the camera yet whenever I've been out and about with it. And, personally, I like the coarse texture. I have a matching Leica handle to go with it and it looks great. Of course if I found a gray on my doorstep tomorrow, I wouldn't turn it away. Mostly though, I am happy I have owned my camera for a few weeks (or months) more than I would have if I had gone the gray route. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overgaard Posted November 30, 2009 Share #14 Posted November 30, 2009 If you could swap that would be just perfect. I think one should go for what one originally intended. That said, I ordered a grey and not ill I opened the box I realized t was a black and got - and that if I wanted a grey I would have to return that one and sit and wait. So I kept it and I'm actually become happy with it. It took a few days and more the fact that it wasn't I who decided the color but that it was forced on me. I guess had I been standing in the store with both, it could have gone both ways. But take the one you feel for, the one would take out the most and thus get most shot with. Color and style can be very personal and very important. It's okay that some don't care, but those who care should stick to what's most right for them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotofoto Posted November 30, 2009 Share #15 Posted November 30, 2009 I own 4 chrome lenses, so I selected the silvergrey version. it looks gorgeous. the grey of the body of cause does not match with the colour of the chrome lenses, but the chrome corresponds lovely with the shutter speed dial, image field selector and the flash unit shoe. and with black lenses its also a beauty. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyIII Posted December 1, 2009 Share #16 Posted December 1, 2009 See, What did you decide? I love the finish on my steel grey M9, and I am glad I waited instead of switching to black. However, waiting until 2010 would be a harder decision. Rocky Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamriman Posted December 1, 2009 Share #17 Posted December 1, 2009 Grey ones are tricking in the USA, I got one coming in on Weds. Nothing down, no deposit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brt3 Posted December 1, 2009 Share #18 Posted December 1, 2009 I ordered the Steel Grey, then gritted my teeth each time my dealer asked if I wanted an incoming black version. I LOVE the S.G., and every time I grab the camera I'm happy that I waited... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brill64 Posted December 1, 2009 Share #19 Posted December 1, 2009 i wouldn't pass up on the black if you've been offered one. at the end of the day they are both the same animal.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMacD Posted December 1, 2009 Share #20 Posted December 1, 2009 Well tell us what you decided. I waited an extra 2 months for the grey, so of course I will now say I am glad I waited. What I am really glad about is that the one person ahead of me on the list for grey gave up and went for black. Yes I like the finish more than I expected, and it shows no use after some hard knocks. The finish vs silver is nice and less flashy. People assume it is an older camera and relax even more when I take their picture. If I never look at the back screen they are convinced it is an old film camera. On the other hand, while I was waiting, I did have the use of a M8. If you have no camera, many shots can be lost in two months while you are waiting. 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! 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/105314-have-to-decide-by-tomorrow-on-black-or-chrome/?do=findComment&comment=1136922'>More sharing options...
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