colint544 Posted November 27, 2023 Share #1421 Posted November 27, 2023 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) 48 minutes ago, f8low said: Framelines are highly subjective but looking through a CLAed M2 with one eye and a M-A with the other... I'd say brightness and contrast are clearly better on the M-A. I would be curious to know if it's the other way round for someone... It's pretty much a given that the M-A/MP/New M6 viewfinders are at the pinnacle of brightness and contrast in film M cameras. Doubt you'll find anyone arguing otherwise. Edited November 27, 2023 by colint544 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JMF Posted November 27, 2023 Share #1422 Posted November 27, 2023 2 hours ago, f8low said: Framelines are highly subjective but looking through a CLAed M2 with one eye and a M-A with the other... I'd say brightness and contrast are clearly better on the M-A. I would be curious to know if it's the other way round for someone... Same here ! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmrider2 Posted November 27, 2023 Share #1423 Posted November 27, 2023 I don't recall every having an instance of focus difficulty due to the brightness or dimness of the viewfinder in any Leica camera I have used since 1975. One of the classic advantages of a rangefinder camera over an SLR was its ability to focus in low light, particularly wide angle lenses. Now I did encounter the infamous "flare" in M4-2, M4-P and M6 cameras (and those are the bodies Leica removed the condenser lens from to cheapen manufacturing costs). The reason I will argue that the M2 is the best viewfinder Leica ever produced is the single frame lines for 35/50/90. Those are my primary focal lengths although I own other M lenses as well. I have never owned a 75 and prefer a 24 to a 28. Perhaps the ultimate would be an MA with M2 frame lines? I find the double frame lines present in Leica viewfinders since the M4P to be very distracting. In fact, I prefer the viewfinder of the M5 (which is relatively cluttered) to be more desirable than the current standard frame pairs. I can use them if I need to but much prefer the. simplicity of the M2. And if you don't agree with me, that is fine and you can pick any viewfinder you like. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmrider2 Posted December 4, 2023 Share #1424 Posted December 4, 2023 I see that MA's sell for $5695 new at Tamarkin. I can pick up an MA in chrome in Hong Kong for $4100 and in black chrome for $4300. I am thinking of getting one and if I later decide I only need one film body, I could sell it or my mint 50th anniversary M4 without any problem. I am presently torn between chrome and black. My M4 is black chrome but the MA is super sexy without any markings but the chrome finish is so traditional. Help 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted December 4, 2023 Share #1425 Posted December 4, 2023 Maybe I am low IQ, but experience has taught me when it comes to Leica cameras and lenses, to let an authorized Leica dealer sell my equipment for me (in my case Leica Miami). Leica buyers are a peculiar lot. I have too many return a sell because they found a spec on the body somewhere. My dealer knows how to deal with those types far better then me. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
logan2z Posted December 4, 2023 Share #1426 Posted December 4, 2023 9 hours ago, kivis said: Maybe I am low IQ, but experience has taught me when it comes to Leica cameras and lenses, to let an authorized Leica dealer sell my equipment for me (in my case Leica Miami). Leica buyers are a peculiar lot. I have too many return a sell because they found a spec on the body somewhere. My dealer knows how to deal with those types far better then me. Leica Store Miami do seem to provide pretty high trade in values - and they're my go-to dealer for purchases. I've been thinking of trading in a couple of Leica lenses I no longer use but I can't think of anything I need - strange but true 🙂 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted December 4, 2023 Share #1427 Posted December 4, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) 2 hours ago, logan2z said: Leica Store Miami do seem to provide pretty high trade in values - and they're my go-to dealer for purchases. I've been thinking of trading in a couple of Leica lenses I no longer use but I can't think of anything I need - strange but true 🙂 They will also do consignment sales. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.noctilux Posted December 21, 2023 Share #1428 Posted December 21, 2023 Is it true everywhere that new MP can not be ordered ? Only possible new M6 and M-A . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Soare Posted December 21, 2023 Share #1429 Posted December 21, 2023 16 minutes ago, a.noctilux said: Is it true everywhere that new MP can not be ordered ? Only possible new M6 and M-A . Black paint MP is in stock in Vienna. 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/236926-i-love-my-m-a/?do=findComment&comment=4954463'>More sharing options...
Vlad Soare Posted December 21, 2023 Share #1430 Posted December 21, 2023 So is the silver one, actually. 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/236926-i-love-my-m-a/?do=findComment&comment=4954467'>More sharing options...
blackdot Posted February 19, 2024 Share #1431 Posted February 19, 2024 Impulsively joined the club today at a used camera fair in Tokyo. Super clean condition, original packaging, six month warranty. Black chrome, of course. Came out to the equivalent of US$3300. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Soare Posted February 19, 2024 Share #1432 Posted February 19, 2024 (edited) 11 minutes ago, blackdot said: Black chrome, of course. Why "of course"? Edited February 19, 2024 by Vlad Soare 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radost Posted February 19, 2024 Share #1433 Posted February 19, 2024 once you look through m3 viewfinder everything else seam not right… Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borna Posted February 19, 2024 Share #1434 Posted February 19, 2024 7 minutes ago, Radost said: once you look through m3 viewfinder everything else seam not right… A lot of fuzz and buzz about the M3 viewfinder, I have to go and take a look again, it was a while ago Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Soare Posted February 19, 2024 Share #1435 Posted February 19, 2024 I did look through an M3 viewfinder once, and indeed, it was extremely nice due to the big magnification and the single frameline. Really lovely. The trouble is, I use a 35mm as my main lens, not a 50. And to make matters worse, my second lens is a 75mm. So, sadly, I'd have no use for an M3, no matter how nice it might be. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IkarusJohn Posted February 19, 2024 Share #1436 Posted February 19, 2024 Mine was okay, but to be honest, I prefer the M-A. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackdot Posted February 19, 2024 Share #1437 Posted February 19, 2024 2 hours ago, Vlad Soare said: Why "of course"? It matches all of my clothes 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.RB Posted February 22, 2024 Share #1438 Posted February 22, 2024 (edited) Seems like a real lack of M-A of late. Mine just keeps on keeping on. 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! FWIW my favourite finder is the SBOOI. The only x1.0 viewfinder I can recall ever using. No RF of course but sitting on top of a IIIc, it makes the world look better. Edited February 22, 2024 by M.RB 2 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! FWIW my favourite finder is the SBOOI. The only x1.0 viewfinder I can recall ever using. No RF of course but sitting on top of a IIIc, it makes the world look better. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/236926-i-love-my-m-a/?do=findComment&comment=5050966'>More sharing options...
blackdot Posted February 22, 2024 Share #1439 Posted February 22, 2024 I’m very happy that my test roll came out with no scratches and perfect frame spacing. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayantony Posted February 22, 2024 Share #1440 Posted February 22, 2024 Me Love 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/236926-i-love-my-m-a/?do=findComment&comment=5051232'>More sharing options...
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