dll927
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One would have to try all the various models to make fair comparisons. I have an M4-2 that I bought new in 1983, shortly after the M4-P had come out. I opted for the M4-2 for two reasons: 1) the store wanted $100 more for the "P", and 2) I only wanted the 35, 50, and 90mm lenses, since I had other cameras. I've long since bought those three, and have no desire for any others.
The main difference between the M4-2 and the "P" was that the "P" had frames for the 28mm and 70mm lenses.
As for the M-5, it was considered an ugly duckling because it broke the mold as to size and its meter was a little touchy. The M4-2 was the successor to the 5 and is sometimes credited with keeping the Leitz company from going belly-up after the relative failure of the 5.
For some interesting, if rather personal, reading on related topics, go to www.cameraquest.com. That's Steve Gandy's somewhat opinionated medium.
The main difference between the M4-2 and the "P" was that the "P" had frames for the 28mm and 70mm lenses.
As for the M-5, it was considered an ugly duckling because it broke the mold as to size and its meter was a little touchy. The M4-2 was the successor to the 5 and is sometimes credited with keeping the Leitz company from going belly-up after the relative failure of the 5.
For some interesting, if rather personal, reading on related topics, go to www.cameraquest.com. That's Steve Gandy's somewhat opinionated medium.