enboe Posted July 26, 2015 Share #1  Posted July 26, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) Confession - I have a rather embarrassing accumulation of camera gear here at home, and it's all for fun!  I use Leicas for the shooting experience and quality of the output.  Recently, I compared the viewfinder of the vintage M2 with more modern models like the M7 and MP, and decided that I prefer the brighter image of the more-modern, multi-coated optics.  I trimmed the herd of my M2 and M3 and decided to keep an eye open for the right price on the M-A.  Fate smiled, and I found a mint black pre-owned model in box with Tri-X for under $3K.  The camera arrived A-OK today, and tomorrow it's off to the county fair.  I really don't expect much new in film to come out from Leica.  There isn't much to improve upon.  So unless they re-relase the Titanium MP, I think I've purchased my last film camera.  It makes me smile.  Eric  5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted July 26, 2015 Posted July 26, 2015 Hi enboe, Take a look here Buying my last film camera (M-A). I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
ThePioneer Posted July 26, 2015 Share #2 Â Posted July 26, 2015 Congrats Enboe. Enjoy your good fortune. You will find that the M-A is just as addictive as all the rest of Leica's film Ms. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted January 30, 2022 Share #3 Â Posted January 30, 2022 Love my M-A, so will you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediumformula Posted January 31, 2022 Share #4 Â Posted January 31, 2022 11 hours ago, Al Brown said: I wonder if it was OP's last camera... Probably since they haven't re-released the Titanium MP 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBestSLIsALeicaflex Posted January 31, 2022 Share #5 Â Posted January 31, 2022 If it wasn't for the more accurate frame lines of the older models, I'd probably shoot a more modern Leica too. Â The clarity of the rangefinder patch in a newish Leica is outstanding. Â Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandro Posted January 31, 2022 Share #6 Â Posted January 31, 2022 When you go out and make photos with one older camera, you don't feel the difference with modern viewfinders. At least when I use my M3 or M2 or M4 for instance, I never feel bad that I don't have another body with me but just enjoy the feel and sound of the one I am using, including the viewfiner. Lex 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted February 1, 2022 Share #7  Posted February 1, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) I love all the Leica M VF's, as long as I have my glasses on.😇 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
enboe Posted February 10, 2022 Author Share #8  Posted February 10, 2022 Al - it is the last film Leica I purchased.  Being honest, I couldn’t pass the $2 Olympus Stylus at the local flea market.  That will be used to inspire some new street shooter someday. Still waiting for a titanium MP. Eric Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.noctilux Posted February 10, 2022 Share #9  Posted February 10, 2022 this one ? 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/248222-buying-my-last-film-camera-m-a/?do=findComment&comment=4380728'>More sharing options...
Herr Barnack Posted February 10, 2022 Share #10  Posted February 10, 2022 the titanium MP is IMO the most beautiful camera Leica has ever made. The article in the link shows a price of $8456 USD converted from the Japanese Yen. Not out of line, considering the rarity of this beauty. M11 first, then titanium MP... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
enboe Posted February 11, 2022 Author Share #11 Â Posted February 11, 2022 Alas that was the issue price in 2006. Â The last one I saw sold exceeded $30,000.00 USD, so no Titanium MP for me unless they make another batch. Â Thanks. Â Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huss Posted February 11, 2022 Share #12 Â Posted February 11, 2022 My favourite is the hammertone finish. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediumformula Posted February 12, 2022 Share #13  Posted February 12, 2022 I wish they would make another titanium MP but I doubt that will ever happen again. They barely make normal ones anymore. I think it would be cool if they did an aluminum MP like the new black M11. I'm a big fan of lightweight, but high quality construction and aluminum seems like a good material for an M camera. I'm looking forward to an black aluminum M11 monochrom. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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