Beta Photography Posted February 25, 2011 Share #41 Posted February 25, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) Here's mine :-))) massive M5! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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lewis44 Posted February 25, 2011 Share #42 Posted February 25, 2011 Here's mine :-))) massive M5! The Tri-Elmar looks great on it. The M5 is the only M that it looks like it belongs on. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveYork Posted April 11, 2011 Share #43 Posted April 11, 2011 Never owned one of these (yet), but I always thought the M5 was the most functional M, at least until the M7. I love those meters where you can see where you are in relation to where you have to go. Just a breeze. The Leicaflex SL is like that (one of my all time favorites). But I'm finding the improved clarity of the modern rangefinder patch makes the older Ms really not an option (for me). I still may try an M5 someday. After all, I have big hands. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin_d Posted April 26, 2011 Share #44 Posted April 26, 2011 Not sure why, but I have just checked the prices of the M5 on fleabay and they have gone viral for some reason and I have no idea why. Most examples listed as being in good working and cosmetic condition are going for about $1,200+ with one listed for over $5,000. Only a month ago I found a silver version going for about $600 and thought about buying it but didn't to keep my life in tact, that would have been cheap as it turns out and a nice investment. Is there any reason for the sudden surge in the price of the M5 as they appear to have increased exponentially way more than the other film Ms. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkCambridgeshire Posted April 26, 2011 Share #45 Posted April 26, 2011 In UK there is one listed by a well known dealer in Islington for £499 ... and a 50 Jahre model at £899 in Old Street dunk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin_d Posted April 26, 2011 Share #46 Posted April 26, 2011 Those prices seem more reasonable but still beyond my range, maybe it is just e-bay that is out of control. Trouble is e-bay is used as the benchmark for pricing these days by a lot of smaller firms. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
defotobakker Posted May 13, 2011 Share #47 Posted May 13, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) love it....../Users/arnoudbakker/Desktop/kiekjesschieter.jpg 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/84399-i-love-my-m5/?do=findComment&comment=1671459'>More sharing options...
akiralx Posted May 24, 2011 Share #48 Posted May 24, 2011 (edited) I like mine a lot, had it a few weeks, but a couple of questions: 1. Can I use my 135mm f/2.8 Elmarit (goggled) lens on it? The idea just occurred to me, haven't tried mounting the lens yet. 2. How long do you guys leave the shutter cocked/meter operational? I have had mine in that state for a few weeks but should I avoid that? Sure I read some users don't regard it as an issue. Thanks Edited May 24, 2011 by akiralx Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsj Posted May 24, 2011 Share #49 Posted May 24, 2011 i had mine running like this for over a year now and the battery is still working. i wouldn't really care about it. depending on what batteries you use they aren't dead expensive (i got mine converted to sr44) oh yeah and here's a picture of mine. though you don't see to much of 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! 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/84399-i-love-my-m5/?do=findComment&comment=1681007'>More sharing options...
jpattison Posted May 25, 2011 Share #50 Posted May 25, 2011 akiralx 1. Can I use my 135mm f/2.8 Elmarit (goggled) lens on it? The idea just occurred to me, haven't tried mounting the lens yet. 2. How long do you guys leave the shutter cocked/meter operational? I have had mine in that state for a few weeks but should I avoid that? Sure I read some users don't regard it as an issue. 1) No problem, the M5 is the only M where the 135 Elmarit looks at home! 2) With the shutter cocked, the meter arm is in position behind the lens. Shouldn't be a problem, unless you are careless changing lenses. Are you concerned about battery life? John Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tscheung Posted May 25, 2011 Share #51 Posted May 25, 2011 Dear all, A new member, still hard to make a decision to chose M4-P or M5 body, any advice? Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hilm3 Posted May 25, 2011 Share #52 Posted May 25, 2011 Dear all,A new member, still hard to make a decision to chose M4-P or M5 body, any advice? Thanks This is easy. You asked the question in the I love My M5 thread, so your subconscious has already decided! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hilm3 Posted May 25, 2011 Share #53 Posted May 25, 2011 Dear all,A new member, still hard to make a decision to chose M4-P or M5 body, any advice? Thanks But in all seriousness, it does not matter a whole lot which one you pick. Do you want what is arguably one of the best matched needle meters? M5. Do you want to experience the traditional M gestalt? M4-P. Eventually, you will own both. Or more. I love them all and use them all - M3, M5, M6, M7 + a whole slew of mechanical SLR's missing the red dot. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikael Siirilä Posted May 25, 2011 Share #54 Posted May 25, 2011 M5 compared to the other M's is an example how design can be timeless. A mint M3 or a mint M6 looks like it could be new. But there is no doubt that the M5 is from another time. It looks like an American version of Leica. Big, ugly and trying to please everyone. The metering is great, though. -- Mikael Siirilä mikael.siirila.net Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
konradhorst Posted May 25, 2011 Share #55 Posted May 25, 2011 With the M5 my leica-passion began. And now I own a black one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin_d Posted May 26, 2011 Share #56 Posted May 26, 2011 Dear all,A new member, still hard to make a decision to chose M4-P or M5 body, any advice? Thanks Hardly going to get an objective response on this thread. It is a subjective topic, M4 users will love theirs for good reasons. I love my M5 because it is a reliable, durable, precision engineered camera with some great little features such as bright view finder and frames, good metering, best ergonomics regardless of it being bigger than other Ms, and only 30,000 odd were ever made, grouse. BTW, when I carry my M5 around my neck sideways which is unique to the M5, I always get people coming up to me to say what a great, lovely, top, beaut, nice camera I have. So it is an ego booster as well :cool:. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tscheung Posted May 26, 2011 Share #57 Posted May 26, 2011 Dear all, I have a change to buy a black body, 2-lugs, but some of dents on the top plate, outlook around 70% new condition, how to check the body? such as shutter accurate. thanks a lot Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkCambridgeshire Posted May 26, 2011 Share #58 Posted May 26, 2011 Dear all,I have a change to buy a black body, 2-lugs, but some of dents on the top plate, outlook around 70% new condition, how to check the body? such as shutter accurate. thanks a lot Ask if you can put a film through it before finalising the purchase. You can roughly test the 1/2 second speed by firing the shutter and at the same time saying to yourself. "One thousand' ... it takes one second to say this. If the shutter has not closed by the time you are halfway through ie just as you say 'One thou .... ' then the shutter is likely running slow at the slow speeds. It's best to check the shutter speeds with the bottom plate removed and the rear door 'UP' so you can also observe the shutter blinds opening and closing as well as listening to them. You should be able to roughly check the other slow speeds by comparing each against the next and making sure they sound roughly half as fast or slow as the adjacent speed. You should check the meter reading against a handheld exposure meter ... but make sure the camera has the the correct 1.35v battery installed unless it has been converted to 1.5v. The one second speed/B setting (an unclicked B1 will appear in the viewfinder) is in effect only a 'B' setting and the shutter will stay open for as long as the shutter release is depressed ... similarly the unclicked B2 B4 B8 etc speeds. If the top plate is dented you should check the rangefinder for alignment and accuracy ... when in focus the two images should align perfectly with no overlap. If the meter is not working check the battery compartment to make sure a battery is fitted and at the same time check for battery leakage/corrosion. Pulling the field of view selector functions as a battery check whence the meter needle at the bottom of the finder should swing across left to right if the fitted battery is OK. Another cause of a non-working meter could be a defective/bent swinging carrier arm ... this is not visible and is difficult to check. If defective it could be an expensive repair. Check the field of view selector ... as you push it the three fields of view should pop up in the finder and they should all be clearly defined. Check the film frame counter ... it should advance one frame at a time with each shutter actuation. dunk 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tscheung Posted May 27, 2011 Share #59 Posted May 27, 2011 Ask if you can put a film through it before finalising the purchase. You can roughly test the 1/2 second speed by firing the shutter and at the same time saying to yourself. "One thousand' ... it takes one second to say this. If the shutter has not closed by the time you are halfway through ie just as you say 'One thou .... ' then the shutter is likely running slow at the slow speeds. It's best to check the shutter speeds with the bottom plate removed and the rear door 'UP' so you can also observe the shutter blinds opening and closing as well as listening to them. You should be able to roughly check the other slow speeds by comparing each against the next and making sure they sound roughly half as fast or slow as the adjacent speed. You should check the meter reading against a handheld exposure meter ... but make sure the camera has the the correct 1.35v battery installed unless it has been converted to 1.5v. The one second speed/B setting (an unclicked B1 will appear in the viewfinder) is in effect only a 'B' setting and the shutter will stay open for as long as the shutter release is depressed ... similarly the unclicked B2 B4 B8 etc speeds. If the top plate is dented you should check the rangefinder for alignment and accuracy ... when in focus the two images should align perfectly with no overlap. If the meter is not working check the battery compartment to make sure a battery is fitted and at the same time check for battery leakage/corrosion. Pulling the field of view selector functions as a battery check whence the meter needle at the bottom of the finder should swing across left to right if the fitted battery is OK. Another cause of a non-working meter could be a defective/bent swinging carrier arm ... this is not visible and is difficult to check. If defective it could be an expensive repair. Check the field of view selector ... as you push it the three fields of view should pop up in the finder and they should all be clearly defined. Check the film frame counter ... it should advance one frame at a time with each shutter actuation. dunk Dear dkpeterborough thank you very much for your help indeed TS Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc_braconi Posted December 6, 2011 Share #60 Posted December 6, 2011 Too much in advance with its time in the M world ... I admire the technical work made on them 40 year ago. 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! 5 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/84399-i-love-my-m5/?do=findComment&comment=1863686'>More sharing options...
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