RITskellar Posted September 9, 2008 Share #661 Posted September 9, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) I like its black chrome better compared to my MP's black paint. A black chrome MP is just the ticket. Probably a pretty subjective choice. I like both for different reasons. The Paint is certainly (to me anyway) more beautiful and it's warmer to the touch, especially on cold days. I prefer the black chrome overall, as it's more understated and workman-like. I like that. And for an MP, obviously, its a little more unique. Though black chrome can get pretty cold to touch, comparatively. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JBA Posted September 13, 2008 Share #662 Posted September 13, 2008 This space RESERVED for JBA's new MP! Thanks, Allan. Finally got it today! Here it is with my black paint 90 AA Summicron. 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! 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/267593-i-love-my-mp/?do=findComment&comment=651661'>More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted September 13, 2008 Share #663 Posted September 13, 2008 Wowwwwww:eek: Not a mark on it. Ehhhh give it a week:D. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted September 13, 2008 Share #664 Posted September 13, 2008 Is that a new 90 Noctilux or have you just got a short lens on your digi? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mindlessdocumentation Posted September 13, 2008 Share #665 Posted September 13, 2008 Probably a pretty subjective choice. I like both for different reasons. The Paint is certainly (to me anyway) more beautiful and it's warmer to the touch, especially on cold days. I prefer the black chrome overall, as it's more understated and workman-like. I like that. And for an MP, obviously, its a little more unique. Though black chrome can get pretty cold to touch, comparatively. Agreed. I wish black chrome was the standard on the black MP's and the black paint was reserved for a la carte - I put wear-marks fast enough on my gear without any "help". Though I do agree the black paint is quite striking. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_livsey Posted September 13, 2008 Share #666 Posted September 13, 2008 Though I do agree the black paint is quite striking. I was looking yesterday at a brand new example and the dealer wiped off my obvious finger-marks before putting it back in the box. I understood that historically the black paint was introduced as photographers were taping off the chrome and wanted an inconspicuous finish. To my eye the black paint version is today anything but inconspicuous and seemed too "precious" to use. I also looked at a re-painted, by Leica, M2, which was correct as black paint, the dealer said was worth half being re-painted. Do we place too much value on the cosmetic look ? I walked out with an M2 BTW Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBA Posted September 13, 2008 Share #667 Posted September 13, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) Wowwwwww:eek: Not a mark on it. Ehhhh give it a week:D. The funny thing is, I bought it second hand in Tokyo, and the shop assistant said, "You can see signs of use." She pointed to a couple of small, barely visible smudges on the top plate. I hadn't owned it more than a few hours before it got its first "kiss." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBA Posted September 13, 2008 Share #668 Posted September 13, 2008 Is that a new 90 Noctilux or have you just got a short lens on your digi? Can't wait for the rumor mill to take this post and run with it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter_n Posted September 13, 2008 Share #669 Posted September 13, 2008 That 90 AA must be heavy in brass. What you need to complete that kit is a TA Rapidgrip in black paint. I used a regular 90 AA for a couple years with an MP and the Rapidgrip really helped. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrewer Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share #670 Posted September 16, 2008 Very, very nice kit JBA Are you going to shoot mainly portraits with it? How is the balance in your hand? Thanks Allan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBA Posted September 17, 2008 Share #671 Posted September 17, 2008 Thanks, Allan. Yes, mostly portraits, including street portraits and pictures of friends, etc. Also a bit of architectural stuff, scenes of daily life in Tokyo and anything else worth photographing. Also, my M6 is due for a CLA, and now I won't have to go through M withdrawl. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Pic A Day Posted September 18, 2008 Share #672 Posted September 18, 2008 OK, here I am again. I've used my MP daily since my last post. I have put a new vulcanite skin on it and it starts to show brassing. The M8 has been collecting dust ever since. Just don't feel like using it, except for the occasional paid job. What can I say - it's a kick ass camera and I feel I've come home. Never been so happy. My newest addition (from yesterday) is a Elmar-M I bought on eBay. A fantastic lens with an unique fingerprint. Lovely. And a perfect addition to my MP. I am travelling light. 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/267593-i-love-my-mp/?do=findComment&comment=658177'>More sharing options...
leica007 Posted September 18, 2008 Share #673 Posted September 18, 2008 Here's mine. Along with the Zeiss family : 25/2.8, 35/2 and 50/2. A Jupiter-9 85/2 is on its way. Not sure how long I will hold on to this kit. The plan was to add a refined and reformed M8.2 or M9 - but M8.2 is quite disappointing price vs. specs wise. The amount saved for M8.2 /9 along with the sum obtained from this (future) sale might be used to get a new system. I will see how things shape up post-PhotoKina, what kind of DRF Nikon Red bring out or if the price of Phase One camera drops even further. What ever system I get, I have decided to get only 4 primes: 21mm, 35mm, 50mm and 85mm. May be a macro. I don't need anything else. If I ever have to bid goodbye to the Leica set up, it will be a very sad day. 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! 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/267593-i-love-my-mp/?do=findComment&comment=658219'>More sharing options...
matt335 Posted September 18, 2008 Share #674 Posted September 18, 2008 Here's mine. Along with the Zeiss family : 25/2.8, 35/2 and 50/2. A Jupiter-9 85/2 is on its way. Not sure how long I will hold on to this kit. The plan was to add a refined and reformed M8.2 or M9 - but M8.2 is quite disappointing price vs. specs wise. The amount saved for M8.2 /9 along with the sum obtained from this (future) sale might be used to get a new system. I will see how things shape up post-PhotoKina, what kind of DRF Nikon Red bring out or if the price of Phase One camera drops even further. What ever system I get, I have decided to get only 4 primes: 21mm, 35mm, 50mm and 85mm. May be a macro. I don't need anything else. If I ever have to bid goodbye to the Leica set up, it will be a very sad day. Nice gear. How do you find the Zeiss Biogon lenses? I saw them for the first time here in Sydney. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leica007 Posted September 18, 2008 Share #675 Posted September 18, 2008 Nice gear. How do you find the Zeiss Biogon lenses? I saw them for the first time here in Sydney. EXCELLENT . 25/2.8 is razor sharp. 35/2 's colour rendition is great. 50/2 is good for portraits, though some people like 50/1.5 for its 'special' drawing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBA Posted September 18, 2008 Share #676 Posted September 18, 2008 Follows me everywhere. 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! 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/267593-i-love-my-mp/?do=findComment&comment=658241'>More sharing options...
matt335 Posted September 18, 2008 Share #677 Posted September 18, 2008 EXCELLENT . 25/2.8 is razor sharp. 35/2 's colour rendition is great. 50/2 is good for portraits, though some people like 50/1.5 for its 'special' drawing. Thanks for this. I will look into the Biogons. I have a 80m Zeiss on my H'blad, and when its "on song" its f'ing brilliant. Happy shooting and deciding ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt335 Posted September 18, 2008 Share #678 Posted September 18, 2008 So does mine; everywhere, traveling light as 1Pic says. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBA Posted September 19, 2008 Share #679 Posted September 19, 2008 Looks like our MPs were separated at birth! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrewer Posted September 19, 2008 Author Share #680 Posted September 19, 2008 You guys have chosen very well That 35 'Cron ASPH is a sweet, sweet match for the MP 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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