dave.gt Posted January 26, 2012 Share #301 Posted January 26, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Really?I didn't think, there could be anything more substantial and indestructible, while feeling absolutely refined, as a Nikon F5. Don't get me as a "Yeah, but …" type, but the F5 really surprised me as a camera body (even after shooting the D3 on a regular basis). What's better about the R4-7 bodies? Hi, Menos. How are you these days? I loved my F5 but sold it a few years ago. I miss it but I can't say I loved the camera, it was just a solid brick. My "lowly" R4 is so compact, steel solid as opposed to rubber clad brick, has a detachable motor drive and works well simultaneously with my M3. it just feels good and I love it. Aesthetics are better IMO. After a week or so with F's, FE2, F100, and such, when I tire of playing with them, I pick up the R4 and wonder why I bothered with the Nikons. It just plain works for me, especially the feel and the size of it. All this for $200! I have on my list to get an R8 or R9 for my next documentary. I have finally decided against the F100 as I prefer continuity in my images and the gear I use. The F100 feels familiar as I have used nothing but Nikons until 3 years ago, but there is no going back for the work I do now. If I get a sports gig, the Nikon gear will come back out of the closet...but I mostly do documentary work these days. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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lct Posted January 26, 2012 Share #302 Posted January 26, 2012 The F5 was a dinosaur compared to R4/R7 bodies. The latters are hardly larger and taller than a Leica M8. Aside from its size, what i liked much in my R4s was quietness of operation and 0.92x VF magnification. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamey Posted February 2, 2012 Share #303 Posted February 2, 2012 I once owned both the R4 and R4s. The R4 did give me some trouble, but when fixed it operated for years, the R4s never give me any problems Leica produced over 116, 700 units in it's 6 years of manufacture. I frankly prefer the R7's but both my R8/9 are lovely also. Ken. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveclem Posted February 5, 2012 Share #304 Posted February 5, 2012 (edited) Don't know if this is going to work correctly but..........R5 & R6.2, with motor drives,Summicron 35, Summicron 90 Elmar 180 and the 560 f6,8: Taken with my LC1, obviously, I'm new to digital (and not much with a computer either). Edited February 5, 2012 by steveclem 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganzosrevenge Posted February 5, 2012 Share #305 Posted February 5, 2012 (edited) My 1969 Leicaflex SL / 50-cron Mk1 with my 1989 Nikon F3HP. I LOVE how it feels, it's a completely unrepentant camera! *taken with a T2i / 24-105 F4 L* Edited February 5, 2012 by ganzosrevenge 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave.gt Posted February 5, 2012 Share #306 Posted February 5, 2012 Ganzo, it is amazing how much more beautiful (to my eye), the Leicaflex is even though it is 20 years older. Thanks for posting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted February 5, 2012 Share #307 Posted February 5, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Can I remind people that the max image size in the forum is 960 pixels and 300kb. Thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganzosrevenge Posted February 5, 2012 Share #308 Posted February 5, 2012 Here goes There, smaller. On my tamarkin thread, i have video of me ogling the L-Flex... and yes, the L-Flex SL is an incredibly beautiful camera... I'm happy my year-long quest to get one finally paid off. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topoxforddoc Posted February 5, 2012 Share #309 Posted February 5, 2012 My two Rs (R8 and R9) sadly haven’t had a roll of film in the last 5-6 years. Since getting my DMRs, only my M2 and M6TTL get any film nowadays. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave.gt Posted February 5, 2012 Share #310 Posted February 5, 2012 My two Rs (R8 and R9) sadly haven’t had a roll of film in the last 5-6 years. Since getting my DMRs, only my M2 and M6TTL get any film nowadays. I would love a DMR! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBA Posted February 6, 2012 Share #311 Posted February 6, 2012 My beloved SL2 in its new home after an international move and an overhaul by Sherry Krauter. CLA, new meter, and calibrated for 1.5V. 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! 3 Quote 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/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=1919513'>More sharing options...
thebarnman Posted February 7, 2012 Share #312 Posted February 7, 2012 My two Rs (R8 and R9) sadly haven’t had a roll of film in the last 5-6 years. Since getting my DMRs, only my M2 and M6TTL get any film nowadays. Don't forget and go through and exercise them now and then...even without film. Press the shutter at least a couple times for each shutter speed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topoxforddoc Posted February 7, 2012 Share #313 Posted February 7, 2012 Don't forget and go through and exercise them now and then...even without film. Press the shutter at least a couple times for each shutter speed. Oh don't worry, they get plenty of exercise. Only it's with a SD card rather than kodachriome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganzosrevenge Posted February 8, 2012 Share #314 Posted February 8, 2012 Currently, the 'Flex is loaded with Portra 800. Gonna do some street shooting tmrw and thursday and I want to be able to make the most of a small aperture with high-speed film. The Next 'Flex to get is a L-Flex Standard Mk1 or Mk2. Jason Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB007 Posted February 9, 2012 Share #315 Posted February 9, 2012 Here is mine 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 Quote 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/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=1922116'>More sharing options...
ganzosrevenge Posted February 9, 2012 Share #316 Posted February 9, 2012 Here is mine There is more win in this one photo than in most of our contributions combined. . How did you get a series VI filter on the 50cron on the SL? I can't find a filter to stick on mine (and i'd really like to). Jason Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted February 9, 2012 Share #317 Posted February 9, 2012 Couple of ones & adapter rings on e**y: leica series 6 | eBay Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith (M) Posted February 9, 2012 Share #318 Posted February 9, 2012 Curses on this thread - it has got me interested in the 'R'! I have spotted a "Leica R5 body, black. Full working order & guaranteed. Foam light/dust seals replaced & camera checked by specialist repairer" at what seems a reasonable price and am quite tempted (shhh, don't tell my wife!). However, looking at lenses there seems to be a dearth of 'R' prime lenses in that almost all I have seen on offer on UK dealer websites are various sizes of zoom lenses, which I am not interested in. Was the proportion of prime to zoom lenses for the R family heavily weighted in favour of the zoom variety? 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebarnman Posted February 9, 2012 Share #319 Posted February 9, 2012 Curses on this thread - it has got me interested in the 'R'! I have spotted a "Leica R5 body, black. Full working order & guaranteed. Foam light/dust seals replaced & camera checked by specialist repairer" at what seems a reasonable price and am quite tempted (shhh, don't tell my wife!). However, looking at lenses there seems to be a dearth of 'R' prime lenses in that almost all I have seen on offer on UK dealer websites are various sizes of zoom lenses, which I am not interested in. Was the proportion of prime to zoom lenses for the R family heavily weighted in favour of the zoom variety? Not sure. Maybe like you, most are looking for prime lenses, therefore there are more zooms available. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB007 Posted February 10, 2012 Share #320 Posted February 10, 2012 (edited) There is more win in this one photo than in most of our contributions combined. . How did you get a series VI filter on the 50cron on the SL? I can't find a filter to stick on mine (and i'd really like to). Jason Thanks You can still get them online. G**gle it. Edited February 10, 2012 by AB007 Words didn't show up Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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