Questions for Leica M9 users

[parperdumer]

Hi guys, ive been shooting on RFs for a while now and am contemplating going digital in the form of an M9. I've shot with a bessa R2 and now an M6 x0.85. Ive got some questions regarding the M9s x0.68 finder. How do you guys feel about the 50mm frame lines? is it hard to focus on it? Also if you were to pick 3 of the features you like most and 3 you disliked on the M9, what would they be? I have read many reviews on the internet but id like to hear what the users on CS think. Cheers

 

[schmuak]

I used mainly 50mms on M9. I am used to the framelines so it is not hard for me to focus at all.

Like:
1) Its the best full frame sensor around. Full frame sensor also takes advantage of character of M lenses.
2) Manual lens selection menu, unlike M8 no choice.
3) Shutter feel better than M8

Dislike:
1) AWB under artificial like is improved but still far behind DSLRs. It is erratic even with current firmware and somehow still not as good as M8. Why?!?
2) LCD is fuctup for lack of better word.
3) High ISO is lousy. I only use up to 1250 max.
4) I don't need self-timer, C and S on the on/off switch. I hate it when accidentally put to C. Same with M8. I like the M7 style of switch and the reassurance its on.

 

[artspraken]

I am a 50mm guy. Vf focusing is fine. If magnification is desired u can add an eyecup.

Likes
.Full frame
.Digital no need film
.discreet shutter release mode

Dislikes
.lousy 260k pixel LCD
.price
.vignetting light falloff prevalent with wide angles

 

[bene123]

The paint work not that great... given that I am rough with it =P

 

[ckuang]

in case, you're interested, I did a review of the M9 likes and dislikes a couple of months ago on my blog

http://www.39eastvision.com/2010/05/wedding-photography-with-the-leica-m9/

 

[virtualme78]

hey guys... i'm no rangefinder owner but a dslr one... i'm looking at going towards the RF direction in the future. I've read up on the differences between RF and DSLR. What got me confused are actually the framelines, the finder and how it involves trigonometry. Can any kind soul direct me to a website where there's a simpler, more layman explanation?

 

[ZoomP]

hey guys... i'm no rangefinder owner but a dslr one... i'm looking at going towards the RF direction in the future. I've read up on the differences between RF and DSLR. What got me confused are actually the framelines, the finder and how it involves trigonometry. Can any kind soul direct me to a website where there's a simpler, more layman explanation?

Why don't u just join us for the outing Tom n you can experience the rf camera yourself?

 

[parperdumer]

Hey guys thanks for all your input.. i have one more question. ive heard the M9 is a dust magnet. is this true for you?

@virtualme78 check out this sticky thread http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=600122

 

[parperdumer]

in case, you're interested, I did a review of the M9 likes and dislikes a couple of months ago on my blog

http://www.39eastvision.com/2010/05/wedding-photography-with-the-leica-m9/

Thanks for the great review mate. Im pretty set on purchasing the M9. but i am just trying to justify making a purchase that is going to set me back quite a bit..

 

[virtualme78]

Why don't u just join us for the outing Tom n you can experience the rf camera yourself?

Hmmm... i'd love to