timberline12k Posted September 13, 2012 Share #1 Posted September 13, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) I’m ready to order an M10 next week, or M9 if I don’t like the price/performance of the M10. I plan to purchase 2 or 3 lenses and they will all be black. Are there any advantages of a silver body over a black body? Is it really just personal preference? Is one finish more durable than the other? I’ve heard silver lenses are heavier than the black ones, is this also true with bodies? Do silver bodies look normal paired with black lenses? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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iedei Posted September 13, 2012 Share #2 Posted September 13, 2012 I’m ready to order an M10 next week, or M9 if I don’t like the price/performance of the M10. I plan to purchase 2 or 3 lenses and they will all be black. Are there any advantages of a silver body over a black body? Is it really just personal preference? Is one finish more durable than the other? I’ve heard silver lenses are heavier than the black ones, is this also true with bodies? Do silver bodies look normal paired with black lenses? i don't think there are any advantages....except that black is functionally more stealth, minimalist, and faaaar more attractive! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
otto.f Posted September 13, 2012 Share #3 Posted September 13, 2012 Not heavier no. Further no differences that you can't see yourself. Probably less observable wear, see for instance an old M4 vs. an old M6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberline12k Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share #4 Posted September 13, 2012 Is silver chrome the same as grey metal on the M9 or MM? Are they painted or plated? Any idea what color sells the most with the M9? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwinThomas Posted September 13, 2012 Share #5 Posted September 13, 2012 Does it really matter that much ... Just go with the one you like. If it wears enjoy the character that has been added to the camera. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberline12k Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share #6 Posted September 13, 2012 Does it really matter that much ... Just go with the one you like. If it wears enjoy the character that has been added to the camera. I would prefer plated chrome, but if it is just grey paint, I would probably opt for black. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
myshkine Posted September 13, 2012 Share #7 Posted September 13, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) I think it is true that chrome lenses are sometimes heavier than black lenses (when they are made with differrent metals or alloys). I don't think this applies to bodies also. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyedward Posted September 13, 2012 Share #8 Posted September 13, 2012 I’m ready to order an M10 next week, or M9 if I don’t like the price/performance of the M10. I plan to purchase 2 or 3 lenses and they will all be black. Are there any advantages of a silver body over a black body? Is it really just personal preference? Is one finish more durable than the other? I’ve heard silver lenses are heavier than the black ones, is this also true with bodies? Do silver bodies look normal paired with black lenses? How will you know what the performance of the M10 is next week? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertJRB Posted September 13, 2012 Share #9 Posted September 13, 2012 I have a silver body (M9P) with black lenses. Was thinking of buying some silver lenses (50 lux ASPH), but I think I like the black on silver combo better. It gives the camera a look just like the 70 SLR's and I think therefore less expensive. Silver lens on silver body looks awesome, but also expensive. Thus far I have had more people recognizing my camera as an leica with my black M8 , than with the silver M9P. But that can also be the red dot off course Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Printmaker Posted September 13, 2012 Share #10 Posted September 13, 2012 I think it is true that chrome lenses are sometimes heavier than black lenses (when they are made with differrent metals or alloys). I don't think this applies to bodies also. Yes, the chrome lenses are heavier but the bodies weigh the same. When I first started buying Leicas a black body was rare. It took months to order and there were so many chrome M2/M3/M4 bodies available used. So my used M2R was chrome and I decided not to wait for a black one when I ordered my M4. Personally, I like black bodies. They have more sex appeal - though they are more common in this era. The grey M9 leaves me cold, but the Chrome M9P is a stunningly beautiful classic. Someone posted a photo of a chrome MM that sure looks tempting. It would be nice if when reaching into your bag you could grab the color M or the b&w MM by the color of the body. Something to consider... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
darylgo Posted September 13, 2012 Share #11 Posted September 13, 2012 I noticed color differences for about a month and now it looks normal. Lately I am purchasing black lenses because I can see the numbers/settings more easily, the chrome lenses can cause somewhat of a glare but this might just be me and not an issue for others. When I see a chrome lens that I own in black I think how nice it looks and the same for chrome lenses I own and see in black. The only solution that would solve this whole issue is to buy both. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted September 13, 2012 Share #12 Posted September 13, 2012 The M10 will only be available in a new very matt black on magnesium finish. The chrome edition will take another year. You must NEVER put a black lens on a chrome body, nor a chrome lens on chrome. Might be ok for the SLR crowd but we are Leica men! Meddling will get you nowhere. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted September 13, 2012 Share #13 Posted September 13, 2012 Is silver chrome the same as grey metal on the M9 or MM? Are they painted or plated? Any idea what color sells the most with the M9? Chrome is chrome plated, black is paint or chrome, grey is paint. In Europe silver outsells black, in the USA the other way around, I believe. Any combination is fine with me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberline12k Posted September 14, 2012 Author Share #14 Posted September 14, 2012 How will you know what the performance of the M10 is next week? General consensus is that the M10 will be introduced next week at Photokina. When that happens, price, sensor size, ISO range and general design will be available. That will be enough for me to judge the price/performance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberline12k Posted September 14, 2012 Author Share #15 Posted September 14, 2012 i don't think there are any advantages....except that black is functionally more stealth, minimalist, and faaaar more attractive! Not heavier no. Further no differences that you can't see yourself. Probably less observable wear, see for instance an old M4 vs. an old M6 I think it is true that chrome lenses are sometimes heavier than black lenses (when they are made with differrent metals or alloys). I don't think this applies to bodies also. I have a silver body (M9P) with black lenses. Was thinking of buying some silver lenses (50 lux ASPH), but I think I like the black on silver combo better. It gives the camera a look just like the 70 SLR's and I think therefore less expensive. Silver lens on silver body looks awesome, but also expensive. Thus far I have had more people recognizing my camera as an leica with my black M8 , than with the silver M9P. But that can also be the red dot off course Yes, the chrome lenses are heavier but the bodies weigh the same. When I first started buying Leicas a black body was rare. It took months to order and there were so many chrome M2/M3/M4 bodies available used. So my used M2R was chrome and I decided not to wait for a black one when I ordered my M4. Personally, I like black bodies. They have more sex appeal - though they are more common in this era. The grey M9 leaves me cold, but the Chrome M9P is a stunningly beautiful classic. Someone posted a photo of a chrome MM that sure looks tempting. It would be nice if when reaching into your bag you could grab the color M or the b&w MM by the color of the body. Something to consider... I noticed color differences for about a month and now it looks normal. Lately I am purchasing black lenses because I can see the numbers/settings more easily, the chrome lenses can cause somewhat of a glare but this might just be me and not an issue for others. When I see a chrome lens that I own in black I think how nice it looks and the same for chrome lenses I own and see in black. The only solution that would solve this whole issue is to buy both. The M10 will only be available in a new very matt black on magnesium finish. The chrome edition will take another year. You must NEVER put a black lens on a chrome body, nor a chrome lens on chrome. Might be ok for the SLR crowd but we are Leica men! Meddling will get you nowhere. Chrome is chrome plated, black is paint or chrome, grey is paint. In Europe silver outsells black, in the USA the other way around, I believe. Any combination is fine with me. Thanks guys! I'd prefer chrome whether it is in black or silver. I'll pass on grey or black paint if that is an option. This background is helpful and I will use it during conversations with my Leica dealer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Messsucherkamera Posted September 14, 2012 Share #16 Posted September 14, 2012 The M10 will only be available in a new very matt black on magnesium finish. The chrome edition will take another year. You must NEVER put a black lens on a chrome body, nor a chrome lens on chrome. Might be ok for the SLR crowd but we are Leica men! Meddling will get you nowhere. Only an inbred Philistine would mix and match black and chrome! Abomination!! This means that ultimately, we must each purchase two complete sets of lenses and bodies - one set in chrome, one set in black. And absolutely NO mixing of black paint and black chrome, for the love of God!! Order must be maintained at all costs! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberline12k Posted September 14, 2012 Author Share #17 Posted September 14, 2012 The M10 will only be available in a new very matt black on magnesium finish. The chrome edition will take another year. You must NEVER put a black lens on a chrome body, nor a chrome lens on chrome. Might be ok for the SLR crowd but we are Leica men! Meddling will get you nowhere. Only an inbred Philistine would mix and match black and chrome! Abomination!! This means that ultimately, we must each purchase two complete sets of lenses and bodies - one set in chrome, one set in black. And absolutely NO mixing of black paint and black chrome, for the love of God!! Order must be maintained at all costs! Suggestion noted, but I always have been a nonconformist. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobey bilek Posted September 14, 2012 Share #18 Posted September 14, 2012 Bright chrome is more durable. Lenses are heavier because of alloys used. Black lenses look fine on chrome bodies. I dislike the opposite. I would not own a painted lens or body,any color. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rramesh Posted September 14, 2012 Share #19 Posted September 14, 2012 Chrome absorbs less heat on a hot day. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timberline12k Posted September 14, 2012 Author Share #20 Posted September 14, 2012 I know we will have to wait for Leica’s official announcement on M10 specs, but I gave the following color preference to my Leica Dealer: Silver Chrome Black Chrome Black Paint Grey Paint I hope we will learn what finish options are available next week. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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