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More than 1700 posts and the majority focus on EVF/OVF and ISO wheel....

 

In view of Thorstens article I find the in 2012 filed Leica patent quite intriguing.  Could he be referring to an electronic assisted focussing system IN the traditional rangefinder?  

 

 

The viewfinder is the real exciting point. How will it look and how will it work? In an age where everybody starts to love electronic viewfinders, Leica M users still (also) love the traditional Leica M rangefinder mechanism. 

How are they combined? That's the most exciting question in this and the future Leica M cameras.

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There would not have an LV button if the camera had no LV capabilities. I don't see how the M10 could be deprieved of any sort of built-in or accessory EVF then. 

 

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There is nothing beyond leicarumors info. Thorsten only takes the chance to grab attention. I would not add any other speculation on his words ...

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How irritating indeed, I won't open any of his reviews anymore either. He has made so many errors in the past on existing products, that speculations of him on a camera to come are the least interesting of all
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Unfortunately, it is not. Rolling shutter is a deal breaker. Judging from what is out there from the SL on the other hand (see the skateboarding footage), it seems that the SL sensor/ hardware is capable enough to make the SL a viable insert camera for a car rig for example or some b-roll shots during travel. I have never been interested in my Leicas for video as a main feature, but now that I own 4 rangefinder Leicas, I'm really interested in the things that the other ones can't do.

If I were serious about Video, Leica would not be my brand. As I'm not, the 240 is good enough for me - and for reporter type use, like secondary travel shots, talking heads, etc.

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If I were serious about Video, Leica would not be my brand. As I'm not, the 240 is good enough for me - and for reporter type use, like secondary travel shots, talking heads, etc.

 

As it stands though, Leica is my brand. Leica have also been getting very serious about cinematography in the cine lens line. I own a very nice set of M lenses, and it turns out the SL is pretty good at video. In fact, it is so good that it made me wonder whether Panasonic's technology influenced the SL. Since I assumed that the M10 uses a modified SL sensor, it gave me reason to hope that it would be a capable little video machine as well. Again, not my primary purpose for a Leica camera, but a nice little bonus that if it were only enabled through a menu setting would take nothing away from the camera's simplicity as a rangefinder. So why not have it? I'm still hoping for it.

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As it stands though, Leica is my brand. Leica have also been getting very serious about cinematography in the cine lens line. I own a very nice set of M lenses, and it turns out the SL is pretty good at video. In fact, it is so good that it made me wonder whether Panasonic's technology influenced the SL. Since I assumed that the M10 uses a modified SL sensor, it gave me reason to hope that it would be a capable little video machine as well. Again, not my primary purpose for a Leica camera, but a nice little bonus that if it were only enabled through a menu setting would take nothing away from the camera's simplicity as a rangefinder. So why not have it? I'm still hoping for it.

I agree - it's the one qualm I have swapping from M-240 to M10.  Having to take the 5D3 + appropriate lens on a trip will be an annoyance.  My one hope is that removing the video from the M10 has been done to improve still image quality.  If we're getting better IQ results from the M10 than from an SL with M lenses, then it's justifiable...  If not, it feels like a lost opportunity ....

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Will be any broadcasting or any web feed for the Jan 18 th. event to follow the news up ? 

 

I think the official Leica website will be updated after the introduction.

 

Of course, some of our forum fellows will be there and share the news and the experience with us if possible  :)

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I imagine all the reviewers that have had the camera for the last month and are currently polishing their reviews will be out of embargo the moment the camera is released and we will have plenty to feast on. Liveblogging (please!) from the event would help convey the mood in the room. I remember when the monochrome was released there was a lot of social media around.

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I am hoping the new camera will have already been shipped to Leica dealers for the release date. This is probably not likely but one can hope as I plan on purchasing as soon as I can get my grubby mitts on it.

 

My M246 may get a little jealous though.

 

Is there any truth to the removable rear screen discussion? I am unsure why this would be an advantage as I think the camera would look silly with an indent. My 65" TV screen is about an inch thick so I don't think size/thickness is driving that. I can't think of any benefits...

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While I don't believe it, it does make some sense.  Firstly, it recalls the hinged loading plate on film M's.

Secondly, owners would be able to customize their camera.  Those who want an LCD keep it on.

Those who don't, who want the thinnest lightest most film-like M, remove it.

 

It could have tongues at top and bottom.  The top tongue slides into a slot where the top plate joins the body.

This is where the electronic contacts would be.

The bottom tongue extends into the baseplate and is held in place by it.

The LCD is removed by removing the baseplate.

 

Just my two cents worth . . . 

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I'm betting on

  • slightly slimmer body, aluminium top-plate, weight reduction, same battery
  • EV improved and to fit in the accessory-hot shoe...an extra add-on cost
  • same rangefinder viewfinder...no hybrid viewfinder
  • ISO dial
  • new sensor, one stop extra with new processor
  • video will be a bit better, and will be available
  • same front button for magnified focusing
  • same price as existing M typ 240, same long time to fill orders

These are the "surprises", and the new M10.  Nothing else.

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Removable LCD? I really think this is red-herring territory. But then, Leica has been known to do weird things...

 

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I've held out as long as I could in this thread. There, I've done it. Pandora's box has officially opened, the dreaded popcorn emoji has been deployed.  (thanks Ian)

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