Re: Leica M11-V to be announced (Now called Leica M EV1)
1bwana1 wrote:
stgrove wrote: LBJ2 wrote:
However I think those that are already skilled RF photographers but for failing eyesight, this new M EV1 will be a breeze for many willing to adjust to the new approach. My guess is this is the customer base to include LSI members that will generate the first sales of the M EV1.
I put myself in this camp even though I did not join LFI.
That said I think the price should be at least $2k less and find it not giving me more than my M11+Viso2 except for the built-in EVF factor, but with the Viso2 tilted up 90 degrees I have shot people at around 4-5 feet and they had no idea I was taking a picture of them.
This one taken with the 50/0.95 Noctilux at f0.95 at less than 4 feet.
Having shot the EV-1 and M11 + Visoflex side by side I strongly disagree. The EV-1 is a far better experience on all levels. Easier to focus, smoother, which results in faster more accurate focusing. I think everyone I tested with came to the same conclusion. Have you tried the EV-1 yet?
Have you tried them side by side yet?
There are none to try yet in the US, so of course no I have not yet tried the EV1 side side with an M11+Viso2. There are not many Leica dealers near me, but I will get to it once they become available in the US.
Did you buy one after your side-by-side?
Oct 27, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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