Aussierob78 Posted August 8, 2021 Share #1  Posted August 8, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi folks, Looking for a bit of advice. I'm replacing a M10 that got stolen and I've decided to get a film body instead. The two options I've narrowed it down to are: M6 Titanium. $6500aud, comes with a 90mm 2.8 titanium lens. Both are immaculate. No boxes or papers for either unit. No case, straps etc either. It's been owned by a collector. It's the ostrich leather version, and is stunning. The 90mm lens isnt something that I would buy separately, but I'm sure I'd learn to use that focal length (I've shot 85mm on digital a bit) Second option would be a brand new silver MP. $7000aud, retail purchase. Either way I'd be looking for a 35mm or 50mm to go with them too (sadly will be a 3rd party lens). Looking for thoughts / opinions on the better buy please!  Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jaapv Posted August 8, 2021 Share #2 Â Posted August 8, 2021 Is it for display and investment or for use? For use take the MP, to show off the M6. As for a lens - consider a Summicron-C 40 mm. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
twogun Posted August 8, 2021 Share #3  Posted August 8, 2021 I would choose the MP. It's newer and the price difference is very close. Add a voigtlander 35 f/2 ultron lens are you will be all set. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussierob78 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share #4 Â Posted August 9, 2021 43 minutes ago, jaapv said: Is it for display and investment or for use? For use take the MP, to show off the M6. As for a lens - consider a Summicron-C 40 mm. Definitely for use. Either one will be used the way they're intended, and not kept on a shelf 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussierob78 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share #5  Posted August 9, 2021 37 minutes ago, twogun said: I would choose the MP. It's newer and the price difference is very close. Add a voigtlander 35 f/2 ultron lens are you will be all set. I'm leaning towards the MP. The improved rangefinder patch for glare, and the fact that I can get a brand new one that will be all mine excites me. But wow, that titanium M6 sure is lovely. The bundled lens doesn't hurt, and I could always sell the lens to recoup some funds back for another lens. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danner Posted August 9, 2021 Share #6  Posted August 9, 2021 I would go for the MP.  My 2¢ 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkP Posted August 9, 2021 Share #7 Â Posted August 9, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) Brand new MP! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted August 9, 2021 Share #8 Â Posted August 9, 2021 Yes, MP with paint if affordable. Luurvly...and takes great pictures. ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 9, 2021 Share #9 Â Posted August 9, 2021 Welcome to the forum! And another vote for the MP. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussierob78 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share #10 Â Posted August 9, 2021 6 minutes ago, david strachan said: Yes, MP with paint if affordable. Luurvly...and takes great pictures. ... No black available in the country, unfortunately. Silver chrome only 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussierob78 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share #11 Â Posted August 9, 2021 Just now, Studienkamera said: Welcome to the forum! And another vote for the MP. Thanks! I've been lurking on and off for years, had an account since late last year. Glad to be getting involved here (and further away from Facebook pages!) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Barnack Posted August 9, 2021 Share #12  Posted August 9, 2021 I would also go with the new MP - it will be under warranty where the M6 would not. The titanium M6 cameras are beautiful and always tempting, but the silver MP cameras are also beautiful - in a different way.  Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbealnz Posted August 9, 2021 Share #13 Â Posted August 9, 2021 MP. Can't go wrong with either to be honest. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
logan2z Posted August 9, 2021 Share #14  Posted August 9, 2021 MP would be my choice. I'd got for black paint, but silver would be great too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefanusj Posted August 9, 2021 Share #15 Â Posted August 9, 2021 Black Paint MP... Use it until it scratch, then it is yours. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussierob78 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share #16  Posted August 9, 2021 I'm gonna go with the MP. I'm excited about having something new that's mine, having the complete kit in the box and knowing that it's going to most likely outlive me. Thanks for the replies everyone! 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
benqui Posted August 9, 2021 Share #17 Â Posted August 9, 2021 Good idea, enjoy your MP! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crem Posted August 9, 2021 Share #18  Posted August 9, 2021 (edited) I was in a similar situation and ordered a black paint MP. Now I’m waiting for it and I’m not sure how long it will take. The price of a used M6 is simply too high for me when compared to a new MP. Especially when factoring in the cost of a CLA and upgrading the viewfinder to the MP version. Edited August 9, 2021 by Crem 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussierob78 Posted August 9, 2021 Author Share #19  Posted August 9, 2021 8 minutes ago, Crem said: I was in a similar situation and ordered a black paint MP. Now I’m waiting for it and I’m not sure how long it will take. The price of a used M6 is simply too high for me when compared to a new MP. Especially when factoring in the cost of a CLA and upgrading the viewfinder to the MP version. Part of the reason for going with the silver is that my retail contact here has it in the hand, ready to go. Even the Leica branded stores in Australia show no stock, so I guess they have to get them from Germany. The CLA cost was something that I had considered. Given that the M6 has been a collector's item I doubt it's been used much, if at all. I didnt want to buy it and then have to send it off for a CLA for a month. Plus, I feel that the M6 might be a good investment piece, not a daily driver. Without the boxes and paperwork it's less attractive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crem Posted August 9, 2021 Share #20  Posted August 9, 2021 6 minutes ago, Aussierob78 said: Part of the reason for going with the silver is that my retail contact here has it in the hand, ready to go. Even the Leica branded stores in Australia show no stock, so I guess they have to get them from Germany. The CLA cost was something that I had considered. Given that the M6 has been a collector's item I doubt it's been used much, if at all. I didnt want to buy it and then have to send it off for a CLA for a month. Plus, I feel that the M6 might be a good investment piece, not a daily driver. Without the boxes and paperwork it's less attractive. The silver MP is beautiful and congratulations on getting a new film Leica! Given the chance to buy a silver MP today I’d probably do the same. I might be waiting a very long time to get my black paint MP. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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