Hank Taylor Posted January 5, 2011 Share #1 Posted January 5, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) Just broke down and bought a Digilux 2 for $650 including 3 batteries and 5 filters . What I really don't need would be the filters, however, just the same happy to get... I had been contemplating for some time if I really needed the Digilux 2, but after reading Thorsten's great article, I couldn't resist. I think this will complement the M-9 which I have been using for most of my shooting. According to many, it's amazing what this little Digilux 2 is capable of doing. Looking forward to trying it myself Best Regards, Hank Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ho_co Posted January 5, 2011 Share #2 Posted January 5, 2011 Congratulations, Hank! It's a good camera with just the right set of features. I use mine far too seldom, but every time I do, I find out again just how good it is. I think you're going to like it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Taylor Posted January 5, 2011 Author Share #3 Posted January 5, 2011 Nice to hear you too have enjoyed shooting with the Digilux 2 . Maybe I'm a little old fashion but having another classic in my stable is like owning a winner. Thanks again for your input. Hank Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted January 5, 2011 Share #4 Posted January 5, 2011 Good for you, Hank! Don't be put off by the D2 taking its sweet time to write photos to the SD card, which will take several seconds for each raw file. Many of us stick to shooting jpegs except for those special shots where you've got the opportunity to switch back to raw and for the D2 to take its time. Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Taylor Posted January 5, 2011 Author Share #5 Posted January 5, 2011 Thanks Pete, was planning on using it for jpegs only Hank Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted January 5, 2011 Share #6 Posted January 5, 2011 Hank, congratulations! A good buy! If it hasn't had its sensor replaced, I believe Leica still honour the original warranty for the sensor. Although no longer my main digital camera, the D2 still gets used very frequently because I simply love using it. No other digital camera handles so well, in my opinion. Unless I need greater depth of field, my D2 has f/2 set for all shooting and that lens is rather special. Along with many users, I regret Leica not upgrading it with a similar body shape and lens. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digitom Posted January 5, 2011 Share #7 Posted January 5, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello Hank, Congratulation to your Digilux 2. You will not be disappointed. I also think the sensor is still under warranty. The classical handling of that cam is really wonderful. Maybe you nkow that compendium: http://www.overgaard.dk/pdf/Digilux_Field_Guide.pdf Very recommendable. About the pics: to shoot in RAW brings no advantage with Digilux 2. That camera does really wonderful JPG images. And the writing to the card is really ok. I recommend 2 GB cards (no SDHC!). Also look here at the thread "does Digilu2 2 pictures have a distinctive look?" I think YES Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveleo Posted January 5, 2011 Share #8 Posted January 5, 2011 welcome to the Cult of the D2 it is a wonderful camera . . . it's almost a religious event when i take it off the shelf and point it at someone . . . if i bring some other camera with me, my wife will always comment "why didn't you bring that red Leica with you?" have a ball with it ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Thawley Posted January 5, 2011 Share #9 Posted January 5, 2011 welcome to the Cult of the D2 it is a wonderful camera . . . it's almost a religious event when i take it off the shelf and point it at someone . . . if i bring some other camera with me, my wife will always comment "why didn't you bring that red Leica with you?" have a ball with it ! Ah... Dave, perhaps you haven't seen my "Merry Christmas To Me" ala carte DIgilux 2. LOL 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/140901-digilux-2/?do=findComment&comment=1549452'>More sharing options...
John Thawley Posted January 5, 2011 Share #10 Posted January 5, 2011 welcome to the Cult of the D2 it is a wonderful camera . . . it's almost a religious event when i take it off the shelf and point it at someone . . . if i bring some other camera with me, my wife will always comment "why didn't you bring that red Leica with you?" have a ball with it ! Sorry Dave... I just noticed you already discovered me on the "Digilux Monster" thread... the thread that's a Forum within a forum. LOL Thanks, JT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveleo Posted January 5, 2011 Share #11 Posted January 5, 2011 John, I did see that and commented in the other thread . . . you outgunned me with that beautiful matching strap (i have a slightly mismatched - due to my error - Luigi wrist strap). actually, i noticed that my D2 takes much much nicer photos now that it's clad in red leather . . . I kind of feel sorry for all those poor folks with, you know, factory - issue black Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrethorst Posted January 6, 2011 Share #12 Posted January 6, 2011 Just broke down and bought a Digilux 2 for $650 including 3 batteries and 5 filters I'm sure you'll like it. Just curious, what were the 5 filters (I didn't know that many were made for the D2). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Taylor Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share #13 Posted January 6, 2011 Thank you all for your informative comments. Won't be getting my Digilux for a few more days. Then I will be able to have a go with it looking forward. When I get it I'll check to see which filters were sent . I do know that he mention that a polarizer was one of of them for sure. Will check in to find who else is shooting with this little gem of a camera. Best regards, Hank Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
krabat Posted January 6, 2011 Share #14 Posted January 6, 2011 Congratulation! Enjoy your new precious, and we are waiting for pictures... Best regards, Peter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dopey Posted January 14, 2011 Share #15 Posted January 14, 2011 Just broke down and bought a Digilux 2 for $650 including 3 batteries and 5 filters . What I really don't need would be the filters, however, just the same happy to get... I had been contemplating for some time if I really needed the Digilux 2, but after reading Thorsten's great article, I couldn't resist. I think this will complement the M-9 which I have been using for most of my shooting. According to many, it's amazing what this little Digilux 2 is capable of doing.Looking forward to trying it myself Best Regards, Hank Hi Hank I gave in and just last week got meself DL2. Now i can get high Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dopey Posted January 16, 2011 Share #16 Posted January 16, 2011 The EVF is talked about as not being as helpful as it could have been. Manual focused through the EVF. Straight from the DL2. 90mm F2.4. I do have a fair number of misses, would have liked a red dot in focus indicator on manual focus. Otherwise from having used Fuji S9500 Minolta A200 Panasonic FZ50 bridge cams, it has the best EVF of the lot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtguest Posted May 30, 2011 Share #17 Posted May 30, 2011 Just bought a Digilux 2 yesterday at a bargain price, advertised on an obscure bargain page website. It cost me £250.00 - I think it was a steal!! First impressions!... It reminded me of using my old Fed camera and the things I miss about film cameras. I am a novice and own a Canon 400d with an array of lenses which I hoped would inspire me to develop my camera skills, but it didn't get me excited about photography like the old days of film. The Digilux 2 from the moment I picked it up got me hooked again. I now get the same buzz I had all those years ago. The simplicity and control I get from this camera is worth sacrificing the extra Mgp and I find it much more rewarding when I get good shots as I am not spending 5 mins scrolling through menus and presets and giving myself a headache working a camera like a computer. Admittedly it does have its constraints and you have to work within its comfort zone but to me that is part of its appeal. From the off it delivered great results with me back in the driving seat. I hope this camera wasn't a one off and that more like this are produced. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted May 30, 2011 Share #18 Posted May 30, 2011 Welcome to the forum, Rtguest, and congratulations on your new D2! I hope you find answers here and I hope you'll post some shots in the photo forums when you're ready. Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted May 30, 2011 Share #19 Posted May 30, 2011 Hank - Congradulations. My D2 comes with me every day to and from work, as well as most other times, providing me with fine quality gear to catch those serendipitous moments. It also comes along on vacations, along with it's big brother (R8/DMR). I'm certain you'll love it once you get used to is strengths and weaknesses. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
misiekbunnik Posted May 30, 2011 Share #20 Posted May 30, 2011 We all love the handling and jpeg output of the D2.. However, my only problem with the D2 is that i often reach for that 'wind lever' to get to the next frame and than I notice that I am using digital... It is that good i suppose if it makes you do that? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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