Popular Post junix Posted November 15, 2020 Popular Post Share #821 Posted November 15, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) I finally got my dream camera, a brand new Leica M-A paired with a Summilux 35mm.. 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! ..and as I never shoot a meter-less camera in my life I also got a battery-less (because batteries are overrated) light meter from Sekonic: I never enjoyed so much photography in my life! Can't wait for the first 2 rolls of film to be developed, I hope at least a few shots will be usable.. A big thnx to everyone in this thread! You all helped me decide taking this route.. 20 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ..and as I never shoot a meter-less camera in my life I also got a battery-less (because batteries are overrated) light meter from Sekonic: I never enjoyed so much photography in my life! Can't wait for the first 2 rolls of film to be developed, I hope at least a few shots will be usable.. A big thnx to everyone in this thread! You all helped me decide taking this route.. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/236926-i-love-my-m-a/?do=findComment&comment=4080712'>More sharing options...
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logan2z Posted November 15, 2020 Share #822 Posted November 15, 2020 2 hours ago, junix said: I finally got my dream camera, a brand new Leica M-A paired with a Summilux 35mm.. 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! ..and as I never shoot a meter-less camera in my life I also got a battery-less (because batteries are overrated) light meter from Sekonic: I never enjoyed so much photography in my life! Can't wait for the first 2 rolls of film to be developed, I hope at least a few shots will be usable.. A big thnx to everyone in this thread! You all helped me decide taking this route.. Congratulations! Beautiful camera. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hydet Posted November 22, 2020 Share #823 Posted November 22, 2020 My new M-A with a Harry Benz strap. I attempted to buy this camera a few months ago, but a new black-paint MP became available and wasn’t able to resist that. As much as I love the MP, though, I couldn’t stop thinking about the M-A. The tide-like pull, you know? So, I bought it. It’s been an awful year, 2020, but at least I acquired two new Leica film cameras in one. year; that won’t happen again…ever. 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! 13 Quote 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=4085117'>More sharing options...
logan2z Posted November 22, 2020 Share #824 Posted November 22, 2020 35 minutes ago, hydet said: My new M-A with a Harry Benz strap. I attempted to buy this camera a few months ago, but a new black-paint MP became available and wasn’t able to resist that. As much as I love the MP, though, I couldn’t stop thinking about the M-A. The tide-like pull, you know? So, I bought it. It’s been an awful year, 2020, but at least I acquired two new Leica film cameras in one. year; that won’t happen again…ever. 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! Congratulations, I have a black chrome M-A as well and love it. I've been lusting after a black paint MP too, but already have a second body (a silver chrome M4). How many Leica bodies does one need? 😋 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hydet Posted November 22, 2020 Share #825 Posted November 22, 2020 (edited) " Congratulations, I have a black chrome M-A as well and love it. I've been lusting after a black paint MP too, but already have a second body (a silver chrome M4). How many Leica bodies does one need? 😋 Good question. Here is small part of Bill Eggleston's collection. Hard to say he was a "collector" not a photographer, but did he need over 300 film Leicas? 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 November 22, 2020 by hydet Quote 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=4085172'>More sharing options...
logan2z Posted November 22, 2020 Share #826 Posted November 22, 2020 31 minutes ago, hydet said: " Congratulations, I have a black chrome M-A as well and love it. I've been lusting after a black paint MP too, but already have a second body (a silver chrome M4). How many Leica bodies does one need? 😋 Good question. Here is small part of Bill Eggleston's collection. Hard to say he was a "collector" not a photographer, but did he need over 300 film Leicas? 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! 😊 I've seen Eggleston's collection in a documentary about him. Pretty impressive. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilbrown Posted December 6, 2020 Share #827 Posted December 6, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) I’ve seen them in person. His personal camera right now in his home is an M4-P with canon dream lens 0.95 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilbrown Posted December 6, 2020 Share #828 Posted December 6, 2020 On 11/22/2020 at 8:35 AM, logan2z said: 😊 I've seen Eggleston's collection in a documentary about him. Pretty impressive. On 11/22/2020 at 8:02 AM, hydet said: " Congratulations, I have a black chrome M-A as well and love it. I've been lusting after a black paint MP too, but already have a second body (a silver chrome M4). How many Leica bodies does one need? 😋 Good question. Here is small part of Bill Eggleston's collection. Hard to say he was a "collector" not a photographer, but did he need over 300 film Leicas? 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! Eggleston has that box of screw mount Leica’s as well as Canon 7 bodies and about 13 M’s. The rest of his cameras are Mamiya, Contax and Pentax. I went to visit him in Memphis in 2017, and his personal camera was the M4-P with a Canon dream lens .95 50. He used my M10, and 35 Summicron said it was the primary lens he used in 1973-78. His monogrammed M-P was stolen in Paris and ended up in Tokyo, the trust had to buy it back. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
28framelines Posted December 8, 2020 Share #829 Posted December 8, 2020 Hi folks, I’m new to this forum, but decided to join because, well, I really really want an M-A. I’ve been getting into film photography for a while now though I shoot digital with the Fuji X-Pro3. Long story short, I’ve had a lot of issues with Fujifilm Canada’s repair service, to the point I’m sending the X-Pro3 in for service a second time in the same year I bought it, along with other lens issues I’ve experienced in the past two years. Thus, part of the appeal of going full film photography is I already know Sunny 16 and shoot it with digital (and my other film cameras), and just for once would not like to blame some electronic part for a reason why I have to send a camera/lens in for service. Thinking I’ll sell the Fuji equipment and buy myself my dream camera: The M-A. I don’t have a Leica Boutique near me (Vancouver, Canada) that has an M-A on display, so I figured I’d ask here: in all of your humble opinions, do I go silver, or black chrome? I primarily shoot street, which seems like black chrome would be the obvious choice, but silver chrome also has that classic nostalgic look that most of the greats used back in the day. Any thoughts/opinions here? I worry Black Chrome will look “boring” after a while haha. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayD28 Posted December 9, 2020 Share #830 Posted December 9, 2020 I'm not in the market for one but I'd get a silver chrome. Silver chrome has a retro look that I like. No knock on BC models. Just personal preference. Ray Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
logan2z Posted December 9, 2020 Share #831 Posted December 9, 2020 I have a black chrome M-A so I have to vote BC! I scratched my silver chrome itch with an M4 😋 I have had the M-A for four years and haven't bored of the camera's appearance one bit. It's both stealthy and elegant at the same time. But with Leicas I don't think there is any wrong answer. They look gorgeous no matter the finish. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
junix Posted December 9, 2020 Share #832 Posted December 9, 2020 14 hours ago, 28framelines said: Hi folks, I’m new to this forum, but decided to join because, well, I really really want an M-A. I’ve been getting into film photography for a while now though I shoot digital with the Fuji X-Pro3. Long story short, I’ve had a lot of issues with Fujifilm Canada’s repair service, to the point I’m sending the X-Pro3 in for service a second time in the same year I bought it, along with other lens issues I’ve experienced in the past two years. Thus, part of the appeal of going full film photography is I already know Sunny 16 and shoot it with digital (and my other film cameras), and just for once would not like to blame some electronic part for a reason why I have to send a camera/lens in for service. Thinking I’ll sell the Fuji equipment and buy myself my dream camera: The M-A. I don’t have a Leica Boutique near me (Vancouver, Canada) that has an M-A on display, so I figured I’d ask here: in all of your humble opinions, do I go silver, or black chrome? I primarily shoot street, which seems like black chrome would be the obvious choice, but silver chrome also has that classic nostalgic look that most of the greats used back in the day. Any thoughts/opinions here? I worry Black Chrome will look “boring” after a while haha. I almost come from the same background, been shooting a black X-Pro 2 for a while (but without issues..) and an old Minolta film camera. Decided to step in to the Leica world with an analogue camera first and spent more money on 2 luxes. A digital Leica is now inevitable.. To answer your question, you can’t go wrong with both options, both are beautiful and I had a hard time deciding too.. I went with the Silver Chrome as most camera nowadays are black (and I already have a black X-Pro 2). Imho the black chrome is not an obvious choice for street photography anymore, if you don’t shot from the hip.. everyone knows you have a camera in your hands and you’re trying to take a picture of/with them. With a silver chrome you look more retro/nostalgic/friendlier (if that makes any sense..) and I noticed people are less "afraid" or against you taking a picture.. sometimes even smile and ask about the camera. Then you can also start a conversation and even ask for some portrait shots. The only problem with getting the Silver Chrome is that you will take more pictures of the camera than with the camera. 😀 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 Quote 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=4094992'>More sharing options...
lb1800 Posted December 9, 2020 Share #833 Posted December 9, 2020 (edited) All personal preference but when I had both I generally picked up the black one - I felt that whilst chrome looked nicer on the shelf, black is more discreet/understated when out and about. I sold the chrome. I still have the black. But, honestly, it doesn’t really matter. Edited December 9, 2020 by lb1800 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.noctilux Posted December 9, 2020 Share #834 Posted December 9, 2020 Black or silver M-A can take same kind of pictures 😍. For some users the 'color' of the camera becomes transparent after using a while. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monther Posted December 9, 2020 Share #835 Posted December 9, 2020 (edited) I have a black M-A and I love its stealth but all my lenses are chrome go figure. The difference in practical use definitely seems utterly miniscule, I could care less what colour the lens is. These are all beautiful objects and the M-A (Typ 127 whatever that means???) is absolutely right up there, a superb thing in and of itself. Edited December 9, 2020 by monther Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
28framelines Posted December 9, 2020 Share #836 Posted December 9, 2020 Thank you everyone for your thoughtful responses! I don’t think I can respond to each one currently given I think I only get one message per day as a new user, but I appreciate the help! I think the more I think about it, the more I’m drawn to silver chrome. @junix I hear you when it comes to “friendlier” responses - it seems people actually get curious in a happier sense, oddly, watching friends use silver Leica cameras. It probably all comes out in the wash anyway (as others have stated). I guess in a month or two I’ll let y’all know which direction I went! Haha actually, I’ll finish this message with another question: anyone know how often Leica produces the M-A? Like, after ordering the thing, how long did people wait to receive theirs? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
logan2z Posted December 9, 2020 Share #837 Posted December 9, 2020 23 minutes ago, 28framelines said: Like, after ordering the thing, how long did people wait to receive theirs? I bought mine from the Leica Store in San Francisco and they had one in stock, so no waiting. That was four years ago. I think my timing just happened to be right, they're sporadically produced in small batches so a wait is likely. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
odeon Posted December 9, 2020 Share #838 Posted December 9, 2020 Absolutely, it is a personal choice. But... the black chrome is due to be more proper if we consider that the street camera should be a bit discreet. Historically, the Leica had been famous for its obscure size and construction. 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 Quote 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=4095354'>More sharing options...
28framelines Posted December 9, 2020 Share #839 Posted December 9, 2020 1 hour ago, odeon said: Absolutely, it is a personal choice. But... the black chrome is due to be more proper if we consider that the street camera should be a bit discreet. Historically, the Leica had been famous for its obscure size and construction. 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! Dang that's sharp. Also, I realized I can post more than 1 post a day! So, I have another M-A question. For Glasses-wearers, is it clearer to see the 28mm framelines than with other M cameras because its the most up-to-date, non-metered camera? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew01 Posted December 9, 2020 Share #840 Posted December 9, 2020 For me the traditional engraving on the top plate of the silver chrome version would steer me towards that choice. It’s almost as nice as an M2/3/4. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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