the M8. iz it worth it?

[jaapv]

I would code it as a pre-asph Summilux 11869

 

[LCT]

Are you sure Jaap? 11869 is a rare lens with no Leica coding AFAIK.

 

[LCT]

I have a CV 40/1.4. How would I use this on an M8? Coding, etc.?

I have no experience with this lens but you might wish to code your Nokton 40/1.4 like a Summilux 35/1.4 asph (011101) as suggested by Carsten Whimster (http://www.whimster-photography.com/leica_m_lens_codes/index.html).
I don't know if the flange of the lens must be filed to bring up the 24/35 frames though.

 

[gdi]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/31276326@N03/8281573560/

I printed this on 17"x27" custom cut Exhibition Fiber. I still cannot believe how well the M8 handles scenes like this.

That is a very nice shot eleskin.

 

[eleskin]

Thanks gdi for nice comments about photo

Thanks gdi for nice comments about photo

Thank you gdi for your nice comments on this photo. This is the new direction I am taking in my work. Pure Americana with all it's magic and wonder! I regret I did not post this on RFF in higher size and resolution. I have trouble posting in the size I want. RFF is limited. The M8 is still a very powerful toll even today.

 

[Eric T]

By today's standards, the M8 has too many flaws: IR filters needed for proper color rendering, a sensor that attracts dust like a magnet, poor high ISO performance above 640, and a very loud shutter. I have taken some great shots with my M8. I have enjoyed the camera. BUT the Fiji X-Pro1 is vastly superior in many ways. Get a Fuji and don't look back.

 

[fotomeow]

Having owned M's 6-9, I have only kept the 7 ........ and an RD1s, which will serve you better in the long run than an M8.
Suerte.

 

[raphaelaaron]

Having been not even a month since selling my m8.2, and I already regret selling it.

It has taken some incredible shots.