M8/9 users going X1 or vice versa?

[Ecaton]

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I was wondering whether there M8 or M9 users who abandoned their digital M (sold it or simply don't use it anymore) for the X1.

And are there X1 users who are considering trading up to a digital M.

[JanCderidder]

I stopped using my M8 even before I bought the X1.... In all fairness though I have just recently come to terms with digital photography, comparing to film and slides with addition of a deep hatred for PP never gave the M8 a chance. I still have it though and brought it out last weekend with the 35 cron... I do prefer my X1 though even despite the slow AF. I like AF even if slow and I think the X1 makes a very job of it....... I will be an X1 fanboy, at least until the X2 is introduced.... :-)

[mr_bom]

I'm the one who's obtaining the x1 and looking forward to be an M user.

[LeicaBraz]

Have M8/M9 and X1 - lately using M9 and X1, which are different cameras for different uses in different occasions.

I also shoot my MP with film from time to time!!

Rgds

[bocaburger]

**Caution: Contrarian Viewpoint**

 

With it so close to the cost of a used M8, I can't find a single compelling reason for me to want an X1. Saving my pennies for a used M9 when it's completely debugged, and the price comes way down.

[prk60091]

**Caution: Contrarian Viewpoint**

 

With it so close to the cost of a used M8, I can't find a single compelling reason for me to want an X1. Saving my pennies for a used M9 when it's completely debugged, and the price comes way down.

 

i would agree with you = if i had some glass to go w/ the m8.... but when you add glass..... and the ir filters... not even a close contest...

 

im staying w/my x1.... if i want a big shiny zoom lens i'll get a clux or vlux and throw it in my coat pocket to take that very long distance shot

[stephen.w]

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Just take a look at the M8 forum to see how many threads there are about M8's packing up. http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/leica-m8-forum/133673-just-how-many-m8s-go-wrong.html I also considered a used M8 instead of an X1, but I'm now glad I went with the latter.

[h00ligan]

I'd love to move to an m9 but it's five times the cost at minimum. Even the m8 is twice the price with glass.

[Sergius]

I'd love to move to an m9 but it's five times the cost at minimum. Even the m8 is twice the price with glass.

 

I quote !

[Cerrito Kid]

I would probably change from my X1 to the M9 if I won the lottery.

[F1Addict]

I absolutely love my X1, but have been giving some serious thought to an M8.2 that a local owner has for sale. Just something about the "M" that keeps me looking at it. Not as a replacement to my X1, an addition to the family.

[Ecaton]

I'd love to move to an m9 but it's five times the cost at minimum. Even the m8 is twice the price with glass.

 

 

Used M8, USD 2000-2500 & used CV lenses, e.g. 28mm/f2.0 & 50mm (f1.1 or 1.5) =USD2700-3200. VF included . Excellent MF & ZF included. Versatility included.

With different, but still excellent CV lenses, costs are lower, eg CV 35mm Skopar & CV 75mm Heliar.

 

X1 USD 1995 & VF & Grip=approx USD 2500.

The M can be ones main camera system, the X1 not.

 

In this case, the price difference is irrelevant in my opinion.

[h00ligan]

On the other hand the x1has much better high iso.

[Ecaton]

On the other hand the x1has much better high iso.

 

Agreed. So in an ideal world, one should have both:D.

[ohnri]

M9 with the latest NR software is pretty good at high ISO.

 

Kinda pricey though.

 

-Bill

[wda]

I was a late adopter of the M8 when on special offer before it was no longer available new. It is simply a super camera. As I have reported several times earlier, I find the X1 complements the M8 as a very versatile two-camera kit. But, on non-photography outings, the X1 holds its head up high and becomes my prime choice.

[mah]

I am more using my X1 than my M9 on occasions that X1 would be a good performer!

 

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[h00ligan]

Sorry. My high iso comment was in reference to the m8 as a comparison.

[phancj]

Used M8, USD 2000-2500 & used CV lenses, e.g. 28mm/f2.0 & 50mm (f1.1 or 1.5) =USD2700-3200. VF included . Excellent MF & ZF included. Versatility included.

With different, but still excellent CV lenses, costs are lower, eg CV 35mm Skopar & CV 75mm Heliar.

 

X1 USD 1995 & VF & Grip=approx USD 2500.

The M can be ones main camera system, the X1 not.

 

In this case, the price difference is irrelevant in my opinion.

 

I think having invested in a M-camera, most would prefer Leica lenses instead of CV?

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[Ecaton]

I think having invested in a M-camera, most would prefer Leica lenses instead of CV?

 

Sure, and so do I.

But CV offers affordable quite excellently performing alternatives. I tried to make the case that money alone should not be the decisive factor when choosing between X1 or used M8.

And as M8 prices have probably bottomed, a M8 plus lenses might hold their values better than a X1.