Huss Posted October 7, 2022 Share #1261 Posted October 7, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) 2 hours ago, shirubadanieru said: Either a MP Classic (which is basically an M-A in black paint finish), or a repainted M-A, or a-la-carte M-A. It’s an M-a with an MP black paint top cover., or repainted top. A bit unusual that the bottom plate was left as the standard black chrome. There is no battery slot so not an MP… Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kivis Posted October 7, 2022 Share #1262 Posted October 7, 2022 17 minutes ago, Huss said: It’s an M-a with an MP black paint top cover., or repainted top. A bit unusual that the bottom plate was left as the standard black chrome. There is no battery slot so not an MP… Also it has the VF size noted in the window. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirubadanieru Posted October 8, 2022 Share #1263 Posted October 8, 2022 7 hours ago, Huss said: It’s an M-a with an MP black paint top cover., or repainted top. A bit unusual that the bottom plate was left as the standard black chrome. There is no battery slot so not an MP… The MP Classic does not have a battery slot either —> https://news.mapcamera.com/maptimes/【leica】mp-classic-登場！！/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huss Posted October 8, 2022 Share #1264 Posted October 8, 2022 2 hours ago, shirubadanieru said: The MP Classic does not have a battery slot either —> https://news.mapcamera.com/maptimes/【leica】mp-classic-登場！！/ Whoa! Had no idea! https://www.japancamerahunter.com/2022/08/camera-geekery-the-leica-mp-classic/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.noctilux Posted October 9, 2022 Share #1265 Posted October 9, 2022 On 10/1/2022 at 6:09 PM, iPacific said: The M-A on the Leica official web page shows M-A black chrome with the "round" R lever and the classic style lens release button. Seems like its an official change of the parts 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! One thread of discussion here Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted October 11, 2022 Share #1266 Posted October 11, 2022 Just pushing the thread. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted October 11, 2022 Share #1267 Posted October 11, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) Got caught yesterday in a thunderstorm. Rained cats and dogs for about 15 minutes. I had no protection for my M-A and lens (Voigt 50mm 1.5). The rig was soaking wet. Finally made it back to my car. Found a dry towel in my back seat and dried her off as best I could. Went back home. Anything else I should do? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M9reno Posted October 11, 2022 Share #1268 Posted October 11, 2022 1 minute ago, kivis said: Got caught yesterday in a thunderstorm. Rained cats and dogs for about 15 minutes. I had no protection for my M-A and lens (Voigt 50mm 1.5). The rig was soaking wet. Finally made it back to my car. Found a dry towel in my back seat and dried her off as best I could. Went back home. Anything else I should do? I can think of something you shouldn't do: don't store the camera away. Just keep it out and give it some air. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted October 11, 2022 Share #1269 Posted October 11, 2022 13 minutes ago, M9reno said: I can think of something you shouldn't do: don't store the camera away. Just keep it out and give it some air. Yes that is exactly what I am doing. Seems to be working fine. I guess these Leica M's hold up pretty well, especially when there are no electronics involved. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMF Posted October 11, 2022 Share #1270 Posted October 11, 2022 On 10/7/2022 at 4:21 AM, kivis said: I don't think this is an M-A. What is it? I confirm it is a M-A ! ... with MP black paint top cover , base plate and levers . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huss Posted October 11, 2022 Share #1271 Posted October 11, 2022 8 hours ago, kivis said: Yes that is exactly what I am doing. Seems to be working fine. I guess these Leica M's hold up pretty well, especially when there are no electronics involved. Take the lens off (I’m sure you have already done this) and put both lens and camera on a window sill in the sun. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.noctilux Posted October 11, 2022 Share #1272 Posted October 11, 2022 8 hours ago, kivis said: Yes that is exactly what I am doing. Seems to be working fine. I guess these Leica M's hold up pretty well, especially when there are no electronics involved. We understand why Leica moved to brass top, Not like some M6 we can see here, in this thread Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
28framelines Posted October 11, 2022 Share #1273 Posted October 11, 2022 8 hours ago, kivis said: Yes that is exactly what I am doing. Seems to be working fine. I guess these Leica M's hold up pretty well, especially when there are no electronics involved. I mean, Leica’s own website says the Leica MP is ready for any weather life throws at you, as long as you remove the battery. So I assume that applies to the M-A as well! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMF Posted October 12, 2022 Share #1274 Posted October 12, 2022 7 hours ago, JMF said: I confirm it is a M-A ! ... with MP black paint top cover , base plate and levers . best, JM 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! 2 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=4530650'>More sharing options...
Huss Posted October 12, 2022 Share #1275 Posted October 12, 2022 4 hours ago, JMF said: best, JM 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! Is that shutter speed dial from an MP? It has the ‘off’ setting. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMF Posted October 12, 2022 Share #1276 Posted October 12, 2022 6 hours ago, Huss said: Is that shutter speed dial from an MP? It has the ‘off’ setting. Yes it is from an MP. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted October 25, 2022 Share #1277 Posted October 25, 2022 (edited) Now that the New M6 is released, I feel safe that it has nothing on my M-A. Still the whole thing is good for film users. 😃 Edited October 25, 2022 by kivis Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdmesa Posted October 25, 2022 Share #1278 Posted October 25, 2022 1 hour ago, kivis said: Now that the New M6 is released, I feel safe that it has nothing on my M-A. Still the whole thing is good for film users. 😃 If I wanted an M-A, the new M6 (and MP) would not be an alternative since they are essentially electronics, IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IkarusJohn Posted October 25, 2022 Share #1279 Posted October 25, 2022 4 minutes ago, hdmesa said: If I wanted an M-A, the new M6 (and MP) would not be an alternative since they are essentially electronics, IMO. Agreed - I bought the M-A as it didn't have any electronics. THere's something about its simplicity that is very appealing. Loaded with Tri-X, it is a great companion for my SwC loaded with Velvia. Both make you think. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.noctilux Posted October 27, 2022 Share #1280 Posted October 27, 2022 For many M users, one can "do" M-A things with M6/MP just take out the battery. I tend to agree of course, having done this before buying M-A. BUT, not really M-A (or M4, M4-P) experiences, with these nice metered M. (side note, M5 is outsider here 😉) I don't bother arguing anymore, just experiment to see it (or not) depending on users. This is great, some bothered by red LED, some happy to have in VF metering, that is fine. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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