yeah the depreciation on these lumps is supreme. they lose about 1/3 of their value the moment u leave the leica booteek
Yeah but the value of your artist’ name gains in value.
You will always gain at least 100% extra respect if you use a Leica. And add another 1-200% respect gains if you show up with a APO Summicron.
How much is your name worth depends on your work and the mention of Leica.
Possible scenario, downtown L-A.
-Look at this girl, she’s using an expensive camera...
- Meh! Sony A7, it’s shiat!
- Oh look next to her, a hipster!
- Now that’s an artist, it’s a film camera! But probably a simple amateur. Who uses Minoltas anyway?
- Yeah, i know, right? But look behind them, another hipster with a vintage camera! Probably another wannabe...
- Hold on buddy! That’s a Leica, the choice of the Pros. This guy knows what he’s doing. Look at his nonchalant stance while WATCHING the scene LIKE A HAWK.
- Looks like a tourist to me. Especially the white socks and the Birkentsocks. Maybe even a dentist.
- whoooaahh, he has a APO CRON on his Leica! Now, sir, you are watching a Magnum Photographer in Action!
This is our Lucky Day!
- Doodlidoo!