cpclee Posted October 20, 2015 Share #1 Posted October 20, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) http://www.mirrorlessrumors.com/look-here-first-images-of-the-new-leica-sl-with-lenses/Doesn't this look just like a Sony? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted October 20, 2015 Posted October 20, 2015 Hi cpclee, Take a look here first images of the new SL. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
cpclee Posted October 20, 2015 Author Share #2 Posted October 20, 2015 no offense but a digital R would be much more interesting than this 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
barjohn Posted October 20, 2015 Share #3 Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) It appears to be a Q inside with the T mount in a Sony SLR body and the lenses look huge with no manual aperture ring (at least that we can see in the pictures released so far). At 6,900 Euros for the body only I don't think they will have to worry about deliveries. Edited October 20, 2015 by barjohn 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
microview Posted October 20, 2015 Share #4 Posted October 20, 2015 At 6,900 Euros for the body only I don't think they will have to worry about deliveries. LOL! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosuna Posted October 20, 2015 Share #5 Posted October 20, 2015 The T was like a Sony NEX and the SL is like a Sony 7... A bit ugly. There are elements from the S... The lenses are huge. They can aggravate the ergonomics/balance problems of the body. The system is very expensive. The body is too expensive (for a backup unit for M lenses, for instance). The technical specifications are state of the art (the EVF, stabilization, etc.). I like it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy ͡° ͜ʖ ͡° Posted October 20, 2015 Share #6 Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) Interesting !!! Many comparisons being made to Sony. Here's a question for you all: One has to ask oneself about the currently employed business model of Leica: “Leica SL, the new concept Full Frame” Full frame, great ! But then again, it doesn’t appear to me as if this is so innovating these days. The good news is that Leica seems to validate the Leica T model (aka Mini SL?) with the shift of the SL line to the T-based lenses. Is that the idea of a “new concept”? Don’t get me wrong. That might be a good thing. I kind ‘a like my T lenses. However, the decision to go with a 24MP sensor is very deceiving. Given the current high-MP-availability environment, there is just no apparent rational for this unfortunate decision, and certainly contradicts the notion of a “new concept”. In addition, Leica might have failed to understand that without a true sizeable line of at least 3 prime lenses (24mm, 35mm and maybe a 75mm) and several aperture variations thereof, the new line might have already failed it’s proper initiation. I don’t believe that their offering two zoom lenses changes anything to that effect. After all, there is some stiff competition of some very good, complete-system cameras out there to contend with. Bottom line is that most Leica fans will most likely bite the bullet, and bridge the gap and mount their favorite, proven M (or other) lenses via adapter, hence downgrading a full AUTO camera to a manual. That’s not how I envision making good use of a brand new, “new concept Full Frame”, do-it-all camera, especially after having spent €6,900 (=$7,830). If I was in the market for a good system, I’d get myself a (any) 36+MP camera with an adaptor, put my favorite Leica lens on the body, shoot, and have fun. Hey, it’s not a Leica, but a Leica lens, and the results will be stellar -if you believe in glass being the prime factor of a decent picture, and if you don’t mind having to focus manually. My $.02. Edited October 20, 2015 by Willy ͡° ͜ʖ ͡° 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpclee Posted October 20, 2015 Author Share #7 Posted October 20, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) I think you have just described Zeiss' strategy. I hate the confusing names (Otus, Milvus, Loxia, etc) but they just may sell a lot of lenses. If I was in the market for a good system, I’d get myself a (any) 36+MP camera with an adaptor, put my favorite Leica lens on the body, shoot, and have fun. Hey, it’s not a Leica, but a Leica lens, and the results will be stellar -if you believe in glass being the prime factor of a decent picture, and if you don’t mind having to focus manually. My $.02. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithlaban.co.uk Posted October 20, 2015 Share #8 Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) It appears to be a Q inside with the T mount in a Sony SLR body and the lenses look huge with no manual aperture ring (at least that we can see in the pictures released so far). At 6,900 Euros for the body only I don't think they will have to worry about deliveries. And no DOF scale on the prime? Edited October 20, 2015 by KeithL Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kolossus Posted October 20, 2015 Share #9 Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) OMG....please not...please let it be a simple fake. Edited October 20, 2015 by Kolossus 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belle123 Posted October 20, 2015 Share #10 Posted October 20, 2015 OMG....please not...please let it be a simple fake. I think possible this is a fake! Look at the photos carefully. The one on the bottom doesn't even have the logos! Maybe, hopefully, someone playing a joke here.......I hope. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted October 20, 2015 Share #11 Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) No aperture ring? Edited October 20, 2015 by Paul J Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250swb Posted October 20, 2015 Share #12 Posted October 20, 2015 http://www.mirrorlessrumors.com/look-here-first-images-of-the-new-leica-sl-with-lenses/ Doesn't this look just like a Sony? It may be a Sony, Leica do deals with Panasonic, so why not Sony? Steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GLAUMAX Posted October 20, 2015 Share #13 Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) I find it ugly and too expensive. I fear it won't sell well and hope it won't hurt Leica financial health because we still need support and new lenses for the M. Edited October 20, 2015 by GLAUMAX 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc_rufctr Posted October 20, 2015 Share #14 Posted October 20, 2015 I think we've been duped. I'd bet that's not it. We'll know soon enough. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted October 20, 2015 Share #15 Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) I don't think anyone has been duped and it is wishful thinking to hope that something else is going to be announced tonight. My understanding is that the "no-logo" camera is a prototype that has had the branding disguised to not draw attention. I think Jono has had similar cameras in the past. Edited October 20, 2015 by wattsy Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardkaraa Posted October 20, 2015 Share #16 Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) It's real https://scontent-kul1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/10955573_1658091901101702_8809006125327276912_o.jpg?efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9 Edited October 20, 2015 by edwardkaraa Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belle123 Posted October 20, 2015 Share #17 Posted October 20, 2015 Looks so not like a Leica. Ditto on the lenses. Hard to believe....... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyoung Posted October 20, 2015 Share #18 Posted October 20, 2015 Perhaps its 6,900 for the whole caboodle, body and three lenses ... Gerry 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jip Posted October 20, 2015 Share #19 Posted October 20, 2015 And no DOF scale on the prime? There is no DOF scale on the S lenses either... which I don't like and miss sometimes, especially the wide angles. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jip Posted October 20, 2015 Share #20 Posted October 20, 2015 No aperture ring? Just like the Leica S lenses 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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