Leigh Youdale
Well-known
filmfan
Well-known
Wow. This thread makes Leicas appear to be fragile and useless cameras. Can't take them on a bike because of rangefinder alignment issues? Can't wear the camera on your back because of sun burning through the curtain?
I am no longer as enthralled with my new M6 purchase as I used to be...
I am no longer as enthralled with my new M6 purchase as I used to be...
2WK
Rangefinder User
Filmfan you can stay enthralled...I will too. Leigh Youdale, well I guess when I am biking my F-stop is usually 8, 11 or 16, so that should save my shutter curtain because no, I do not use a lens cap.
dave lackey
Veteran
Just shoot it!
2WK
Rangefinder User
Today I was rattling over some potholes on my trusty Schwinn and I couldn't help but think about my rangefinder being jarred out of alignment. Has this ever happened to anyone? I was trying to think of a solution, and pondered the idea of a shock absorbing strap. Or maybe even a small bungee section where the camera attaches to the strap. hmmmm. Anyone else thought of that?
anu L ogy
Well-known
Hey Filmfan,
I wouldnt worry about your camera. I bought my M6 at a heavy discount because the rf was way off. After I had the alignment fixed I have put a ton of film through it, and it has been in some pretty rough conditions. The camera hasnt had any issues.
I wouldnt worry about your camera. I bought my M6 at a heavy discount because the rf was way off. After I had the alignment fixed I have put a ton of film through it, and it has been in some pretty rough conditions. The camera hasnt had any issues.
filmfan
Well-known
Good to know. I am in love with it.
robklurfield
eclipse
guys, the main thing is: don't fall down. not because it will hurt your camera (it might, but you can always get another), but because it might hurt you. my camera is normally in a bag slung over my shoulder unless I'm stopped. occasionally, I'm daring enough to pedal with my M8 dangling around my neck. I wouldn't recommend this as your standard routine. the bag (I use a crumpler) works best when you're moving. best to travel light. I generally bring one body, one lens, a roll of film or a spare battery (M2 or M8) and a meter if I need one. I'm a lot more fragile than my gear. If something is going to damage my equipment, then chances are I'm at risk. Past the age of 50 I've decided that I'd like to take better care of this old body than I did for the first 50 years; I try to avoid broken bones and face plants at 40mph. That said, it's a rare ride when I don't bring an M or a Barnack along. Although I sometimes shoot roadkill when out on a ride, I have no interest in becoming roadkill myself. so, folks, BE SAFE.
