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 p.3 #6 · p.3 #6 · US dollar at 20 year high - good time to buy Leica gear from the UK! | |
johnvanr wrote:
The low euro is why I rented the SL2-S to try it out and see if I should buy one in Europe (there’s even a 650 euro discount on that camera, making it cheaper new in Europe than used in the US). Unfortunately, the camera is too large for my taste.
You basically can’t go wrong on a M11 bought in Europe right now, but for me 60mp combined with a sub-optimal focusing mechanism for critical focus and lack of IBIS is a no-go. That kind of resolution calls for excellent AF and stabilization.
And used goods don’t include VAT anyway, so those are just as expensive as here in the US. Too bad....Show more →
Yep.
As far as the money goes I am able to get one in Italy for just under $7,000. So, I am OK with the price of the camera. But when I figure out all the accessories I would also need to change like the new EVF, extra batteries it begins to add up again.
I am happy with the range finder for focusing.
However, Like you I am not sure how much I will like the 60mpx sensor. I am 70 in just over a Month. I do have some issues with tremors in my right hand due to nerve damage. Even with solid hands 60mpx is a challenge to shoot at low shutter speeds without IBIS. One of the things I really like about the M10-P is how well it handles noise in low light situations. At 24 mpx it is a very forgiving camera to shoot with. The increased resolution already has a noise penalty. If I have to shoot at higher shutter speeds due to the lack of IBIS, then I will need to raise the ISO to match in many circumstances. This will add noise. I am not sure how I will like that. I am struggling with that choice. I had already decided I wouldn't upgrade until Leica figures out how to get good IBIS in its higher resolution M cameras. I don't print big all that often, and even then have never had an IQ problem with 24mpx.
That has me thinking that I will pass for now. My Wife and I are in Europe a few times a year. The Dollar is likely to get even stronger.
My Wife says that all the luxury brand stores are being stripped bare of inventory by the American tourists taking advantage of the exchange rate. She hasn't been able to buy any of those stupid expensive purses, shoes, clothes she usually buys when she is in Europe. Good! There is a special place in hell for people like Jimmy Choo I am sure...
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