Huss Posted June 27, 2022 Share #841 Posted June 27, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) 10 hours ago, Doc Henry said: ... as I love my M7 just to let you know the camera counter doesn't work - doesn't go back to zero - and i'm going to send to Wetzlar 😥 That can happen with all the 'current' film Ms. Happened to my MP and it is a very common issue. Leica cheapened out with a pathetic plastic piece in the mechanism. It is a simple repair that costs about $200 that any decent Leica shop can do. No need to send to Wetzlar. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Matlock Posted June 27, 2022 Share #842 Posted June 27, 2022 11 hours ago, Huss said: That can happen with all the 'current' film Ms. Happened to my MP and it is a very common issue. Leica cheapened out with a pathetic plastic piece in the mechanism. It is a simple repair that costs about $200 that any decent Leica shop can do. No need to send to Wetzlar. Not just the current Ms, it is fairly common and my M5 has that problem. The rest of the camera is fine so I just live with it. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edstock Posted July 1, 2022 Share #843 Posted July 1, 2022 I've used my M7 since 2002 with nary a problem or complaint. It's now 2022, must prove something. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huss Posted July 1, 2022 Share #844 Posted July 1, 2022 14 minutes ago, edstock said: I've used my M7 since 2002 with nary a problem or complaint. It's now 2022, must prove something. Nary a problem - that's good. But nary a complaint? Really? Look, I love this camera so much I have two of them. And mine have the latest DX reader. But that whole DX system, with the tiny flashing LED in the VF if you do not use DX film, or if you do use DX film but decide to change the ISO rating, or if you d ouse DX film but decide to use exposure comp, or, or, or.... all have the same annoying little LED! I would have preferred it immeasurably if it just did NOT have a DX reader! Then none of that stuff would happen or matter! And it would have been simpler and cheaper to make! But I still forgive it as I love it so much. And because of it got rid of my Bessa R3A and Zeiss Ikon ZM. Those do not compare. 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Henry Posted July 1, 2022 Author Share #845 Posted July 1, 2022 (edited) Thanks for your comments Matlock , Huss , Edstock . Anyway I agree with you the M7 works well not like some digital Leica cameras . Started in 2010 with an M8 M9 with CCD Kodak sensor I find that the M7 is an M8 but in film and that's what I wanted and as now I only photograph in film we can forgive this counter which does not return to zero ....😀 Edited July 1, 2022 by Doc Henry 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Likaleica Posted August 26, 2022 Share #846 Posted August 26, 2022 Recently back from Wetzlar for a deep cleaning and some cosmetic surgery. 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! 11 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/233570-i-love-my-m7/?do=findComment&comment=4497621'>More sharing options...
hektor Posted August 26, 2022 Share #847 Posted August 26, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) 2 hours ago, Likaleica said: Recently back from Wetzlar for a deep cleaning and some cosmetic surgery. 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! Dear LikaLeica, I notice you have the lens set at f/16. Early this century repairers/servicemen/feinmechaniker advised leaving lenses wide open when travelling; that when closed down a mist from the lubricant on the aperture blades settles on the internal lens elements degrading subtly the quality of images and reducing contrast. In 1970 I bought the latest Summicron (II) 1:2/35. It was handled responsibly, but usually left at f/5.6 or thereabouts. When held up to the light it looked as good as new. However, after receiving the above advice I spent €300.00 at Solms having it cleaned, lubricated and adjusted. On return its lens elements sparkled and the colour saturation on slide film was noticeably improved. 4 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Likaleica Posted August 29, 2022 Share #848 Posted August 29, 2022 On 8/26/2022 at 5:28 PM, hektor said: Dear LikaLeica, I notice you have the lens set at f/16. Early this century repairers/servicemen/feinmechaniker advised leaving lenses wide open when travelling; that when closed down a mist from the lubricant on the aperture blades settles on the internal lens elements degrading subtly the quality of images and reducing contrast. In 1970 I bought the latest Summicron (II) 1:2/35. It was handled responsibly, but usually left at f/5.6 or thereabouts. When held up to the light it looked as good as new. However, after receiving the above advice I spent €300.00 at Solms having it cleaned, lubricated and adjusted. On return its lens elements sparkled and the colour saturation on slide film was noticeably improved. Thanks for the tip! I usually keep it wide open 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huss Posted August 29, 2022 Share #849 Posted August 29, 2022 12 hours ago, Likaleica said: Thanks for the tip! I usually keep it wide open If you are not using a lens cap, and outdoors, better to keep it stopped down to reduce risk of shutter burn. Or set lens to min focus. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Likaleica Posted August 29, 2022 Share #850 Posted August 29, 2022 5 hours ago, Huss said: If you are not using a lens cap, and outdoors, better to keep it stopped down to reduce risk of shutter burn. Or set lens to min focus. Thank you. Yes, I always have the lens cap on and sometimes I even remember to remove it when taking a picture! My first Leica was a IIIC that I acquired in 1968, so I've become accustomed to the cameras over the years. But I appreciate the advice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hektor Posted August 30, 2022 Share #851 Posted August 30, 2022 Good morning LikaLeica, Same year as I bought my first Leica. However I never fit a lens cap when the camera is "out" so to speak. The lens is fitted with an after-market rubber lens-hood which protects the lens if accidentally bumped. 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! 4 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/233570-i-love-my-m7/?do=findComment&comment=4499467'>More sharing options...
Wayne Posted October 12, 2022 Share #852 Posted October 12, 2022 On 8/29/2022 at 8:10 PM, hektor said: Good morning LikaLeica, Same year as I bought my first Leica. However I never fit a lens cap when the camera is "out" so to speak. The lens is fitted with an after-market rubber lens-hood which protects the lens if accidentally bumped. 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! When I behold the Barnack Leica, I can't help but think of the 356 Porsche. Both are all that are needed for pure enjoyment of the pursuits they represent. This is a lovely example. On the subject of M7. I had one and sold it about 4 or 5 years ago. Now that I am north of 60, I am thinking that the auto exposure, combined with the joy of the aesthetics of the M6 would be a real advantage.....Just focus on the grandchildren and let the camera worry about exposure. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Henry Posted October 12, 2022 Author Share #853 Posted October 12, 2022 9 hours ago, Wayne said: When I behold the Barnack Leica, I can't help but think of the 356 Porsche. Both are all that are needed for pure enjoyment of the pursuits they represent. This is a lovely example. On the subject of M7. I had one and sold it about 4 or 5 years ago. Now that I am north of 60, I am thinking that the auto exposure, combined with the joy of the aesthetics of the M6 would be a real advantage.....Just focus on the grandchildren and let the camera worry about exposure. Hi Wayne , the M7 is practical and " fast" according to Depardon when you choose option "A" as an "Automatic" . I don't use M8 or M9 digital anymore but it's like option A on this camera Best Henry 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hektor Posted October 12, 2022 Share #854 Posted October 12, 2022 (edited) Agreed. The fastest camera there is. None of the infinitesimal delay while a computer chooses the exposure. 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! Edited October 12, 2022 by hektor 3 1 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/233570-i-love-my-m7/?do=findComment&comment=4530986'>More sharing options...
Likaleica Posted October 21, 2022 Share #855 Posted October 21, 2022 On 10/11/2022 at 6:07 PM, Wayne said: When I behold the Barnack Leica, I can't help but think of the 356 Porsche. Both are all that are needed for pure enjoyment of the pursuits they represent. This is a lovely example. What a perfect analogy! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Henry Posted October 21, 2022 Author Share #856 Posted October 21, 2022 On 8/26/2022 at 10:58 PM, Likaleica said: Recently back from Wetzlar for a deep cleaning and some cosmetic surgery. 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! Hi Tim , can I know what was done on it (details of the interventions or parts provided), the time and the cost ? Thanks Best Henry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Likaleica Posted October 22, 2022 Share #857 Posted October 22, 2022 15 hours ago, Doc Henry said: Hi Tim , can I know what was done on it (details of the interventions or parts provided), the time and the cost ? Thanks Best Henry Henry, I just send you a message. Even though they have officially discontinued the a la carte program, this was essentially an a la carte conversion. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGodParticle/Hari Posted February 26, 2023 Share #858 Posted February 26, 2023 Time to feed some sunlight to this beauty 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! 10 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/233570-i-love-my-m7/?do=findComment&comment=4701828'>More sharing options...
Huss Posted February 27, 2023 Share #859 Posted February 27, 2023 23 hours ago, TheGodParticle/Hari said: Time to feed some sunlight to this beauty 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! Dat sure is perdy! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGodParticle/Hari Posted February 27, 2023 Share #860 Posted February 27, 2023 1 hour ago, Huss said: Dat sure is perdy! Thank you! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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