Rented an M10 -- a little surprised

[Astropap]

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Well, I finally bit the bullet and rented an M10 for a few days.  I've been intrigued by the whole rangefinder thing for years now but really had no idea how it worked or if I'd be able to use it.  What surprises me the most is how easy the focusing is for me.  I thought for sure that I would struggle to see the focus patch clearly because of my not-so-great vision.  Not so.  I was also sure I'd have some difficulty getting good exposure but it seems pretty easy so far.  Unfortunately, the weather is the pits so I can't do much except wander around the house and and take practice snaps.  I was hoping that this trial would cure me of any desire to get one, but so far, I'm really enjoying the simplicity of it and the way it forces me to take me time.  Of course, I did neglect to remove the lens cap for the first few shots.  😁

[M11 for me]

vor 3 Minuten schrieb Astropap:

Of course, I did neglect to remove the lens cap for the first few shots.  😁

That still happens to me. Don't worry.

[patrickcolpron]

8 minutes ago, Astropap said:

 Of course, I did neglect to remove the lens cap for the first few shots.  😁

Happened to the best of us, this is why I no longer use lens caps 😉 

[schattenundlicht]

You won‘t become famous by forgetting to take off the lens cap, but you will be in famous company

http://leicaphilia.com/eric-clapton-forgets-to-take-the-lens-cap-off-his-leica/

[Astropap]

3 minutes ago, schattenundlicht said:

You won‘t become famous by forgetting to take off the lens cap, but you will be in famous company

http://leicaphilia.com/eric-clapton-forgets-to-take-the-lens-cap-off-his-leica/

Funny!

[schattenundlicht]

On a more serious note: throw away the M10 as far as you can, run like hell, no - desist, you are already doomed, the M virus has bitten, and all your spare money is destined for the bottomless pits of Wetzlar...

[Astropap]

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Also funny. Unfortunately, that ship has already sailed. I was planning to trade my Q and X Vario for a CL. Now I’m not sure. That would certainly be a more sensible move than getting the M. Hard to justify the expense of the M, especially for my low level of skill. 

[Astropap]

Also funny. Unfortunately, that ship has already sailed. I was planning to trade my Q and X Vario for a CL. Now I’m not sure. That would certainly be a more sensible move than getting the M. Hard to justify the expense of the M, especially for my low level of skill. 

[a.noctilux]

if you are not happy with your now Q & X why not try M ?

Skill can be have with some training.

For me, focus with rf is more fun/accurate than the best AF.

[Astropap]

Actually, I like both the Q and the X Vario very much. I would just prefer being able to change lenses and I can’t buy another camera unless I trade those 2. 

[Astropap]

Actually, I like both the Q and the X Vario very much. I would just prefer being able to change lenses and I can’t buy another camera unless I trade those 2. 

[a.noctilux]

In this case, do you realize it would be one way "ticket to M" ?

Q+X will fund only a small part of M10 + M lens.

Depending on lens, you may add double cash or more.

[Astropap]

Yeah, I know.  I was just hoping that a short trial run would cure any desire to get one and that hasn’t happened.  I’m going to try channeling my inner Warren Buffet to see if I can resist this urge.  The plunging stock market may help. 

[Chaemono]

vor 37 Minuten schrieb Astropap:

...The plunging stock market may help. 

It does with me. When stocks go down, one feels less confident about the future, job security, ability to attract the opposite sex, and whether one should get one more Leica lens. The Fed seems to have gone loco with interest rates, darn it!

Edited October 12, 2018 by Chaemono

[Guest]

I like to pair my M's with the Q in my kit/s.......Even if you love the M you'll still miss the Q at times.

[Astropap]

I just took a walk with it in the bright sun (and howling winds).  One thing I really like is being able to see through viewfinder in bright sun.  Fantastic.  I really struggle seeing through the EVFs of my other cameras in bright sun.  On the down side, I developed a cramp in my right hand from carrying it.  This thing is heavy.  And without a grip, holding it gets a bit tiring.  

[Chaemono]

vor 2 Stunden schrieb Astropap:

I just took a walk with it in the bright sun (and howling winds).  One thing I really like is being able to see through viewfinder in bright sun.  Fantastic.  I really struggle seeing through the EVFs of my other cameras in bright sun.  On the down side, I developed a cramp in my right hand from carrying it.  This thing is heavy.  And without a grip, holding it gets a bit tiring.  

One would think that it’s the camera that caused the cramps, but dehydration is more likely the cause. As we all know, walking in the bright sun can create such a condition. Dehydration leads to an electrolyte imbalance which may cause hand cramps. So, make sure you’re drinking a lot and are wearing a hat when walking  around in the bright sun. 

Edited October 12, 2018 by Chaemono

[Tailwagger]

5 hours ago, Astropap said:

I just took a walk with it in the bright sun (and howling winds).  One thing I really like is being able to see through viewfinder in bright sun.  Fantastic.  I really struggle seeing through the EVFs of my other cameras in bright sun.  On the down side, I developed a cramp in my right hand from carrying it.  This thing is heavy.  And without a grip, holding it gets a bit tiring.  

Grips aren't for everyone, but they are for me.  That said,  its perhaps worth mentioning that in general there is a technique to shooting with an M grip or no grip. Placing ones left hand, palm up, under the camera while gently holding in the right hand.  Both steadies the camera, while the reduced tension in the right hand enables a smoother shutter release. Helpful with low speed shooting as well. 

[StilettodudeQ]

Like so many others, I was drawn in by entry-level Leica cameras such as D-Lux and Q.  Then M10 showed up.  Now I have the M10 and 4 lenses (21 mm SEM, 35 mm Summicron, 50 mm Summicron, 75 mm Summarit), and find that my Q, with its 28 mm Summilux fills the gap very nicely.  I would heartily recommend that, if you have a Q, keep it when you venture into the M-Sphere.  There will be no regrets, other than possibly having to live with one kidney.

Sandy

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[Jeff S]

5 hours ago, Astropap said:

I just took a walk with it in the bright sun (and howling winds).  One thing I really like is being able to see through viewfinder in bright sun.  Fantastic.  I really struggle seeing through the EVFs of my other cameras in bright sun.  On the down side, I developed a cramp in my right hand from carrying it.  This thing is heavy.  And without a grip, holding it gets a bit tiring.  

One option is to use the shoulder strap and quickly bring the camera to your eye as needed.  This becomes seamless once the controls become second nature.

The small M10 thumb rest (clipped in the hot shoe) can also make a nice handling difference.

BTW, unless it’s pouring outside, a little bad weather won’t harm the robust body.  And, despite your viewing ease, you might find that a minor diopter adjustment optimizes focusing to an even greater extent (assuming any astigmatism is already corrected).  Testing can be done either at a dealer or through any good optician’s office using their trial diopters.

Jeff