the warrior Posted August 16, 2008 Share #1 Posted August 16, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have doubts. I want to have a companion for my M8, Browsing M6, M7 or M6.2. Which is better? Would you buy and why? Thank you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thomasw_ Posted August 16, 2008 Share #2 Posted August 16, 2008 I have doubts. I want to have a companion for my M8, Browsing M6, M7 or M6.2. Which is better? Would you buy and why? Thank you Depends on a lot what film you want to shoot, when and which lenses? For example, if you wish to shoot slide film with mostly focal lengths of 50mm and longer, I'd recommend a M7 0.85. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stunsworth Posted August 16, 2008 Share #3 Posted August 16, 2008 They're all excellent cameras that you would be very happy with - I assume you mean the M6 TTL when you write M 6.2. Pick the one with the price/features that you want. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted August 16, 2008 Share #4 Posted August 16, 2008 The M7 is, of course, the closest film M to the M8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the warrior Posted August 16, 2008 Author Share #5 Posted August 16, 2008 I use glasses, the M8 has a good viewfinder for me, and I think that I am not comfortable with another if different from 0.58 The film is to always use the TRI X 400 b / n. A lens I like a 50 that it is not Leica, may be another brand, but I like the result of summicron. Thank you all for the help. More views? Greetings Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topoxforddoc Posted August 16, 2008 Share #6 Posted August 16, 2008 If you don't need in camera metering, then look at the M2. I have a M2, M6TTL and CLE. My favourite is the M2. Beautifully smooth to use, clean 35/50/90 single framelines and fantastic build. Much cheaper too! Charlie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
herbet Posted August 17, 2008 Share #7 Posted August 17, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) get an MP Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aesop Posted August 17, 2008 Share #8 Posted August 17, 2008 ...I agree with herbet; get a no-nonsense MP. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted August 17, 2008 Share #9 Posted August 17, 2008 The point has already been made. The closest film M to the M8 in terms of handling is the M7. Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pleeson Posted August 17, 2008 Share #10 Posted August 17, 2008 I vote for the M6TTL Works when no battery is available, unlike the M7. Feels similar to the M8. Prices are reasonable. I think the silly rewind knob on the MP was retrogression... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted August 17, 2008 Share #11 Posted August 17, 2008 I vote for the M6TTLWorks when no battery is available, unlike the M7. Feels similar to the M8. Prices are reasonable. I think the silly rewind knob on the MP was retrogression... The M7 works at 1/60 and 1/125 with no battery. In all the years I have had mine, after the initial couple of weeks in which I had to swap my first M7 for a battery drain problem, I have never run out of power. How hard is it to carry a battery or two anyway? Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrewer Posted August 17, 2008 Share #12 Posted August 17, 2008 Agree with above about the M7--best choice if you've become comfortable with the M8 or auto/focus, auto/exposure cameras elsewhere My suggestion: Buy an MP (and within two weeks you'll be selling the M8 to buy more lenses) Thanks AB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgray Posted August 18, 2008 Share #13 Posted August 18, 2008 I've been very happy with my (new to me) M7. I like it in every way more than my M6. I keep 6 spare batteries in a film canister. I don't worry about running out of power. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoskeptic Posted August 19, 2008 Share #14 Posted August 19, 2008 In my Artisan & Artist reside an M8 w/35 Cron ASPH and an M3 w/50 Cron IV. 'Nuff said. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrogers Posted August 19, 2008 Share #15 Posted August 19, 2008 I have an M6 classic and an M7, and always find myself using the M7 when I want to shoot film. I should sell one of them, but can't bring myself to. --clyde Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
likea Posted August 19, 2008 Share #16 Posted August 19, 2008 Definitely MP. I have them all and MP is the way to go. Then, M6 followed by M7. The M8 is, well, unfortunate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted August 19, 2008 Share #17 Posted August 19, 2008 Manual only exposure would be a backward step if you are used to the M8. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbretteville Posted August 19, 2008 Share #18 Posted August 19, 2008 Manual only exposure would be a backward step if you are used to the M8. Or you can see it as a push to take back control. I use my M8 in manual mode all the time. An M3 has a great 0.9x finder that I really like even with my glasses on. I use it for B&W and 50mm and longer - mostly. If you get one, or indeed any camera that has 10+ odd years under it's belt, you should consider having it serviced (or at least factor in the price of a CLA in the what you are prepared to pay). I also use an M6, the important basics are the same for all Ms. The most important bit is to use them and enjoy what you are doing. - Carl Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted August 19, 2008 Share #19 Posted August 19, 2008 Fair enough, Carl, but the M7 and the M8 both give you a choice of manual or Auto. None of the other proposals do. So, if the OP is looking for a companion where the thought process is the same for both cameras, the M7 is the only choice, really. (Add to the fact that earlier shutter speed dials turn in the opposite direction etc...) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnkare Posted August 19, 2008 Share #20 Posted August 19, 2008 So, if the OP is looking for a companion where the thought process is the same for both cameras, the M7 is the only choice, really. (Add to the fact that earlier shutter speed dials turn in the opposite direction etc...) I would stress the meaning of the shutter speed dial. If you're operating on instinct, you can easily go wrong. There's no point trying to learn to remember that the dial is the other way on the other, even more seldom used camera. And if AE is used, M7 really is the only choice. M6TTL could be another choice, with the same way operating dial. It's a bit different without the AE and electronic shutter, but if one is looking for a different companion, it's a better choice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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