I don\'t think anyone is making Leica or RF users into \"hapless boobs\"...
Here is my take: every time a new system or camera is announced there is excitement and folks rushing in line with \"gotta have this\" enthusiasm. In the case of the M9 this is might be a great camera/system for some and a wrong choice for others. Where that blurry line is what we are for the most part yacking about.
On web forums the actual discussions and placing oneself as the devils advocate is the name of the game. Its no different to comparing a Canon EF lens to an alt lens alternative, or even debating a Canon vs Nikon camera body. Without these topics what would we have to talk about?
The other aspect is what happens when the the camera/lens is no longer the \"big new thing.\" When you are talking about giving up thousands of dollars on gear that can become \"last years snow\" in short order this is valid discussion fodder as well.
For example look at the 5DII. All the new video cinematographers loved this hot, must have camera until the sudden moment when Canon introduced the cheaper 7D with variable film rates. For many new 5D owners it was like Canon pooped in their swimming pool.
I sense that some feel folks were on an anti RF/Leica crusade here or that potential buyers of the M9 need to be defensive about their purchasing plans. But come on, this has been a great give and take. I have learned some great insight into what people value in their camera kit. I bet others who have little experience with the digital Lecia RF system will have learned some details as well. Anyway you slice it spending $7000 on a camera plus lenses is a big step. The more you know and the more you learn the better informed you are when moving forward or away from this decision.
Oct 20, 2009 at 08:04 PM
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