True...I have F3HP. It's quite beautiful and the view finder is the best. Manual focus is a breeze. I can use my AF lenses on it in manual .
it even looks better.
The tiring arguments related to the advantages of mechanical cameras are almost unbearable to hear. A CR 1/3N (3v) lithium battery has 10 years shelf life and how much space does that occupy in the bag? (besides LR44s are available everywhere).
The notion that Leica lenses are superior to anything is absurd!
I own 7 leica/leitz branded lenses, and the only one I prefer over all the other lenses I own (around 25) is my Elmar-M 50/2.8 - and obviously for very subjective reasons.
I have at least 4 Nikkor lenses and one Voigtlander lens I like that follows on my favorite list before Leica appears again.
Tiring for you but not for me, as I am tired of non-mechanical cameras.
-in the rain, because I love shooting in the rain, raindrops on my M7’s hot shoe make it go berzerk. Same for snow.
-in winter, my electronic cameras do not work.
-in humid temperatures, I’ve had electronic cameras that couldn’t stand it.
-obviously, the sensations of using a mechanical camera are unbeatable. Why would I even pay for batteries to get rid of that unbeatable feeling?
So what’s left? Once I stopped using electronic cameras that failed me I am now stuck with mechanical cameras. Naturally.
Tiring for you but not for me, as I am tired of non-mechanical cameras.
So what’s left? Once I stopped using electronic cameras that failed me I am now stuck with mechanical cameras. Naturally.
Actually the sensation of using the R8/9 with Leica lenses is unbeatable compared to the unergonomic shape of the F cameras and the roughness of AI glass. The Nikon apeture rings are notchy and rough in comparison to Leica R ones.
Weather? I have plenty of photos with my two R8 cameras in a lovely New York snow at -10C. You need colder? Well I'll stay in if it is any colder than that. I have never had an electronic 35mm camera cause me trouble. Even my plastic fantastic EOS 300 has been around the world a few times and still works just like it did when it came out of the factory 22 years ago, the shutter speeds are still accurate and all that with zero maintenance.
I guess it is all subjective!
Equal features? Not even close. Compare the meter modes, flash control etc..
Final note, there is no practical or rational reason to buy a Leica R8/9. Nikon will give you cheaper bodies, equal features and a much wider selection of lenses for a lot less money.
True...I have F3HP. It's quite beautiful and the view finder is the best. Manual focus is a breeze. I can use my AF lenses on it in manual .
Tiring for you but not for me, as I am tired of non-mechanical cameras.
-in the rain, because I love shooting in the rain, raindrops on my M7’s hot shoe make it go berzerk. Same for snow.
-in winter, my electronic cameras do not work.
-in humid temperatures, I’ve had electronic cameras that couldn’t stand it.
-obviously, the sensations of using a mechanical camera are unbeatable. Why would I even pay for batteries to get rid of that unbeatable feeling?
So what’s left? Once I stopped using electronic cameras that failed me I am now stuck with mechanical cameras. Naturally.
What do you mean by "what's left"? Your reasons to prefer mechanical cameras are legitimate, but you omitted the only benefit of the electronic ones, the elephant in the room: the built-in meter with aperture priority and AE lock. If that's not of value, then sure - adding electronics makes zero sense.
The notion that Leica lenses are superior to anything is absurd!
I own 7 leica/leitz branded lenses, and the only one I prefer over all the other lenses I own (around 25) is my Elmar-M 50/2.8 - and obviously for very subjective reasons.
I have at least 4 Nikkor lenses and one Voigtlander lens I like that follows on my favorite list before Leica appears again.
The lenses makes the system, and Nikon has as much or more to offer as any.
The Nikon FM(x)/FE(x) bodies are not made with the same solidity as the Nikon F(x) or Leica R8/9, but that does not mean they are less robust for entusiast useage.
If the feel of the camera has high importance, a Nikon F3 is exceptionally smooth and still more compact than an R8/9. If functionality is an priority, N8008s/F801s cameras are given away for close to free.
If Leica is what is wanted, only Leica can give you that.
The tiring arguments related to the advantages of mechanical cameras are almost unbearable to hear. A CR 1/3N (3v) lithium battery has 10 years shelf life and how much space does that occupy in the bag? (besides LR44s are available everywhere).
If I had to pick one camera to "go anywhere" it would be my Minolta SRT102. When "the electricity goes out" -- and it always does -- it will still work.
I would prefer the Nikon because of the price and the availability of the lenses.
Probably a good idea for Huss to chime in. IIRC he used to own one of these Leicas with weird shape. BTW, Zenit 212K just as weird as R8/R9, how come it didn't get mentioned?
In all seriousness, I'd go for Nikon. I simply see no reason for lugging around an oversized Leica, whose lenses cost as much as a used car and in the end, performance difference between it and isn't going to live up to its price.
Yes, Huss you bought the P that I was stalking. I snoozed and loozed. However, I did locate another one at the right price.
if you buy into the Sover Wong song....he always prefers the lithium batteries as not leaking. Claims all the rest leak.
If it's electric, it may not work in California...
I’m a die-hard Rolleiflex-Leicaman. I use the M7 for color film with a polarizer... but if the M7 didn’t have the ratcheted winding lever (ala all the Ms and the F3!!) I would simply not use that camera.
And for an electronic Rolleiflex... I can’t even begin to imagine the horror...
I don't have an opinion about the original question. They seem like rather different cameras so I'm not sure why they would be directly compared. The Leica R flange-focal distance is 47mm and the Nikon F mount is 46.5mm. So one reason you don't hear about people converting Nikon lenses to mount on a Leica is purely physical: they wouldn't reach infinity focus without extra glass in the adapter. Leica lens to Nikon body works though. The rest probably has to do with reputation and relative cost.
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