howiebrou Posted October 13, 2018 Share #1 Posted October 13, 2018 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have seen some neoprene or rubber cases for some SLRs. Much lighter than a leather case. Is anyone aware of any for the SL or M or Q? I find the leather cases very heavy sometimes and or i really need is something to offer basic protection so i can put it down without scratching up the baseplate. May be even something that just covers the baseplate. 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/290478-neoprene-or-rubber-case-for-m/?do=findComment&comment=3611704'>More sharing options...
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250swb Posted October 14, 2018 Share #2 Posted October 14, 2018 Tape? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
elmars Posted October 14, 2018 Share #3 Posted October 14, 2018 No case is needed. The M is a robust camera. And she is a tool not a princess. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
howiebrou Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share #4 Posted October 14, 2018 12 minutes ago, elmars said: No case is needed. The M is a robust camera. And she is a tool not a princess. Horses for courses Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblutter Posted October 14, 2018 Share #5 Posted October 14, 2018 A case to me screams amateur / hobbyist I wouldn't care to chat with. A digital body, who cares? Will be obsolete & replaced soon enough. Lens... are another matter. Even pre WWII examples can produce wonderful pictures. Neoprene sleeve for them? Absolutely. Most of my go-to lenses are from the 70's & 80's - great era for Leica glass. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bocaburger Posted October 15, 2018 Share #6 Posted October 15, 2018 Looks like OP is looking for body armor not a neoprene slipcover case. Leica makes (or made) one of the latter, but the same size from OpTECH is a fraction of the cost. Personally I like those for carrying in a non-camera bag but they're clumsy for use. The leather half case, or bottom half of the ERC is better for that, but anything adds to the bulk. These days an M is no longer all that compact or light as serious cameras go, so anything making it heavier/bulkier defeats the main reason I have always liked it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaidshirts Posted October 15, 2018 Share #7 Posted October 15, 2018 Advertisement (gone after registration) 29 minutes ago, bocaburger said: Looks like OP is looking for body armor not a neoprene slipcover case. Leica makes (or made) one of the latter, but the same size from OpTECH is a fraction of the cost. Personally I like those for carrying in a non-camera bag but they're clumsy for use. The leather half case, or bottom half of the ERC is better for that, but anything adds to the bulk. These days an M is no longer all that compact or light as serious cameras go, so anything making it heavier/bulkier defeats the main reason I have always liked it. +1 for a half case. I did see someone selling a clear body armor type thing on a FB Leica group, but I can't remember what it was called. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
howiebrou Posted October 15, 2018 Author Share #8 Posted October 15, 2018 41 minutes ago, bocaburger said: Looks like OP is looking for body armor not a neoprene slipcover case. Leica makes (or made) one of the latter, but the same size from OpTECH is a fraction of the cost. Personally I like those for carrying in a non-camera bag but they're clumsy for use. The leather half case, or bottom half of the ERC is better for that, but anything adds to the bulk. These days an M is no longer all that compact or light as serious cameras go, so anything making it heavier/bulkier defeats the main reason I have always liked it. 10 minutes ago, plaidshirts said: +1 for a half case. I did see someone selling a clear body armor type thing on a FB Leica group, but I can't remember what it was called. Not a full slip cover case like the A+A cases but a simple protective bottom to my M. It could be as simple as a one inch high neoprene or rubber base that slips over the base when you need to use it somewhere you might need to place it on rough ground often. Almost like those rubber caps you put on the end of a chair leg to stop it slipping but preferably something nicer! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodies Posted October 15, 2018 Share #9 Posted October 15, 2018 Buy a second baseplate to use. Keep the original in a drawer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaidshirts Posted October 15, 2018 Share #10 Posted October 15, 2018 13 minutes ago, howiebrou said: Not a full slip cover case like the A+A cases but a simple protective bottom to my M. It could be as simple as a one inch high neoprene or rubber base that slips over the base when you need to use it somewhere you might need to place it on rough ground often. Almost like those rubber caps you put on the end of a chair leg to stop it slipping but preferably something nicer! In that case, a small grip or a half case will serve you best I think. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bocaburger Posted October 15, 2018 Share #11 Posted October 15, 2018 4 hours ago, howiebrou said: Not a full slip cover case like the A+A cases but a simple protective bottom to my M. It could be as simple as a one inch high neoprene or rubber base that slips over the base when you need to use it somewhere you might need to place it on rough ground often. Almost like those rubber caps you put on the end of a chair leg to stop it slipping but preferably something nicer! An inch thick rubber??? It would topple foward onto the lens wouldn't it? Tbh I would just put a strip of gaffer tape or automotive clear-bra vinyl on the baseplate. Or fold up a piece of flannel in a pocket and put it under the camera. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich_H Posted October 16, 2018 Share #12 Posted October 16, 2018 People are using a spray on product called PlastiKote to protect their expensive car wheels. I've not tried it on anything but it should work to protect the base plate, if you stop there. Then, of course, you have to figure out how to remove the PlastiKote but I understand it is possible—best to do a test. As an alternative, 3M makes a film for car enthusiasts to protect from rock chips. It can be safely removed. An automotive installer should be able to make a template of your base plate and do the whole deal for $50 or so. Maybe a trade for some project photos. I would vote with the others re: cases that stay on the camera when shooting. Best avoided. When my lens cap comes off, so does the OpTech neoprene case my camera sometime travels in. I use their neoprene cases for all my lenses, too. Good luck with whatever you decide. Nothing wrong with taking good care of a great tool. Rich Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
howiebrou Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share #13 Posted October 16, 2018 19 hours ago, bocaburger said: An inch thick rubber??? It would topple foward onto the lens wouldn't it? Tbh I would just put a strip of gaffer tape or automotive clear-bra vinyl on the baseplate. Or fold up a piece of flannel in a pocket and put it under the camera. Sorry obviously i did not describe it well. Imagine one of those neoprene can insulators that you keep your beer cold with. Now imagine it's only one inch high from the bottom. That is what i was eluding to. It literally only cups the bottom of the body. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
howiebrou Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share #14 Posted October 16, 2018 On 10/15/2018 at 11:20 PM, Exodies said: Buy a second baseplate to use. Keep the original in a drawer. I did think about that. Will check out the price. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
epand56 Posted October 22, 2018 Share #15 Posted October 22, 2018 I was given by a friend (and still use any time i have to carry my M alone in a suitcase or travel backpack) a Leica Neoprene case that just protect body and lens from any tragedy could happen in a suitcase or backpack. It's quite nice and useful. Besides, I've tried any kind of leather case and simply that's not my cup of tea. I prefer the naked camera as is. I'm a perverted individual, I know 😁 This is it. 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/290478-neoprene-or-rubber-case-for-m/?do=findComment&comment=3616983'>More sharing options...
howiebrou Posted October 23, 2018 Author Share #16 Posted October 23, 2018 12 hours ago, epand56 said: I was given by a friend (and still use any time i have to carry my M alone in a suitcase or travel backpack) a Leica Neoprene case that just protect body and lens from any tragedy could happen in a suitcase or backpack. It's quite nice and useful. Besides, I've tried any kind of leather case and simply that's not my cup of tea. I prefer the naked camera as is. I'm a perverted individual, I know 😁 This is it. 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! I use an Artist and Artisan neoprene case similar to the Leica one, although i can not fit my M + Noctilux in it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
epand56 Posted October 23, 2018 Share #17 Posted October 23, 2018 12 hours ago, howiebrou said: I use an Artist and Artisan neoprene case similar to the Leica one, although i can not fit my M + Noctilux in it. I think you can fit an M + Noctilux in this one. I don't have one, but I'd say you can. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
koss Posted October 24, 2018 Share #18 Posted October 24, 2018 On 10/22/2018 at 2:35 PM, epand56 said: I was given by a friend (and still use any time i have to carry my M alone in a suitcase or travel backpack) a Leica Neoprene case that just protect body and lens from any tragedy could happen in a suitcase or backpack. It's quite nice and useful. Besides, I've tried any kind of leather case and simply that's not my cup of tea. I prefer the naked camera as is. I'm a perverted individual, I know 😁 This is it. 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! I have the same one, I use it just like you when I carry it in a backpack with other stuff. Or if I go hiking, just to keep mostly the lens from brushing against branches or things alike. I think it fits over nocti, it fits over a 50mm nokton. Pretty fast to open to get to the camera, too, and very very light. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Einst_Stein Posted October 27, 2018 Share #19 Posted October 27, 2018 This L plate with hand grip can protect the bottom. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F272640165877 similar but easier to remove. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F272640165877 This is a half case. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F272640165877 if you think you need it, get it, If you change your mind later, put it aside. They are cheap. Some people hate it, some people think it is stupid to have a protection on their M. It is the choice. The M body protection is a much easier issue than the UV lens protection filter. I has been debated to death too. I have seen people hate the seat belt and dont wear it when driving the car, some people do not wear tge helmet when riding the bike and are still alive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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