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aboudd;6149 wrote: I am upgrading my Leica system so I am selling my Leica S2-P in perfect condition. I took advantage of Leica's free shutter replacement program while it is under warranty, it is just back from Germany and has less than 50 frames on the new shutter. The original shutter had less than 5,000 frames on it.…

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I wouldn't hold my breath for a new M monochrome based on the M240 camera that sports a CCD sensor. But, hey, ya never know : -)

As a follow up, I have a CS45 mm winging its way to me to try out. I suspect that focal length will be my “one lens” walk about since 35mm focal length is what I favor on a M or any other 35mm camera.

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David K;4339 wrote: Marc, I did not know that Profoto made an AIR receiver unit. I see that B&H has a transceiver for Hensel units…but nothing specifically for Broncolor. I will have to look into this further but if they work like Pocket Wizards it should do the trick. Thanks for the heads-up.

Air Synch supposedly works with any flash…[Read more]

Jack MacD;6147 wrote: David,

There are no Contax 350mm for sale that I can find.
But according to this blog from Sept. 2008 the Leica S 350 will be available years ago.
I will wait.
Interesting that the list was pretty accurate on what was coming, just not when. The 45mm S was never…

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David,

There are no Contax 350mm for sale that I can find.
But according to this blog from Sept. 2008 the Leica S 350 will be available years ago.
I will wait.
Interesting that the list was pretty accurate on what was coming, just not when. The 45mm S was never…[Read more]

I suspect the big animal will be a new Leica M Monochrome. The MM turned out to be such a great idea, but had some flaws easily improved upon (bigger buffer/faster writing time, etc.). I could see a MM 24 Mpx (CCD I hope) with a bit better internal hardware. I don't think they will roll out a new S otherwise there will be some seriously angry…[Read more]

Actually, since I'm not likely to be an early adopter paying a commensurate price for whatever is announced, and seeing that I love the look of the current S2 ccd with the S offering refinements plus somewhat enhanced performance, and then add the 3 year hot swap warranty, the offer does have attraction, for a working pro.

Jack MacD;6140 wrote: David
Your answer on the S vs S2 thread reminded me that I still have that Pentax 6×7 400 mm with some strange outer flanges that won't fit your adaptor. If I sent you the 400 and the body, perhaps your machinist can invent an adaptor that can do the job. My alternative is to buy a Contax 350 used and a Contax to S adaptor,…

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Bob Moore;6138 wrote: David,

I apologize for mentioning another site for trades…hesitated but assumed that your interest in non-Leica stuff might be limited.

Marc is aware and for those who are not let me agree that you and Josh have been a wonderful source of S Leica information and support…I had one of you original P67 adapters…

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Jim S;6137 wrote: Great thread Marc !

Since reading about this offer I too have been in a bit of a quandary. Like you (well not really as an amateur), I also own, and have thoroughly enjoyed the S2P! Didn't do the S upgrade as I didn't feel the value was there. Opinions expressed are all very valid and I will continue monitoring the…

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David
Your answer on the S vs S2 thread reminded me that I still have that Pentax 6×7 400 mm with some strange outer flanges that won't fit your adaptor. If I sent you the 400 and the body, perhaps your machinist can invent an adaptor that can do the job. My alternative is to buy a Contax 350 used and a Contax to S adaptor, or wait for the…[Read more]

i wonder if you guys have tried C1 with the new M? it seems to produce less pinkish skin tones compared to LR.

David Farkas;6135 wrote:

• The warranty on the S (Typ 006) is 3 years. It is fully transferable and includes a loaner camera during the duration of any repair, delivered within 24 hours. Essentially, the S (Typ 006) warranty is the same as the Platinum warranty, but for a full 3 years, instead of the 2 years that came with the…

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Great thread Marc !

Since reading about this offer I too have been in a bit of a quandary. Like you (well not really as an amateur), I also own, and have thoroughly enjoyed the S2P! Didn't do the S upgrade as I didn't feel the value was there. Opinions expressed are all very valid and I will continue monitoring the situation. Like Marc…[Read more]

Marc, it sounds like you've already decided to stick with your S2-P.

I wanted to reply on saturday, but a few things came up that had to be dealt with first. For what it's worth, here's my take on your dilemma:

Buying the S now would set you back about 7 or 8 thousand. I'm estimating you'd get 8 to 10k for your S2-P if you sell…[Read more]

First off, some clarifications of details on the trade-in promotion and the warranty on the S (Typ 006):

• The trade-in promotion goes from April 1, 2014 through June 30, 2014. Any SLR camera may be traded in for the $5,000 credit. So, yes, Jack could trade in his Pentax 6×7. Or, you could trade in an old Nikon D70. Doesn't…

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Marc,I think the S is an excellent camera,a polished version of the S2,and given that your a fan of CCD rendering I doubt you would be disappointed with an S,I think the AF is better too,I can AF wide open at 3 meters for portraits and its on the money almost every time.

I think we will see wifi in the next S with an iOS app to control the…[Read more]

Thanks again Tom.

I haven't had much issue with AF hunting, except with the 120 which has a longer throw due to being a Macro. I usually manually focus that lens.

I agree that life is too short to speculate on what may be. In this case I'd rather call it pre-planning because I'm getting up there in age, and moves made now are ones I'll…[Read more]

I cant make you much hope for better response S-AF.
Lately I have found that the AF hunts quite often. Leica said the AF is improved but I cant confirm this from my experience. Good thing the viewfinder is so big that I can sometimes switch to MFocus.

In the end it is a lot speculation if a new S will come at Photokina, which sensor it…[Read more]

Thanks Tom, I truly appreciate such openly candid thoughts.

Yes, my biggest reluctance is because my S2P is reliable and delivers the image qualities I prefer. AFc is not something I would use whether improved on the S or not. I've never even used it on cameras that are great at it. GPS holds little to no interest.

A bit better ISO…[Read more]