The M8 needs a film advance lever - but not for film

Joe Mondello said:
Well I don't have an M8 (but have handled it at a photo show), but DO own an RD-1 and yes, I definitely grip the camera in the manner described by the OP!
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Same here. That lever is the only right way to carry the camera in hand ready to shoot.
 
Stephen

I agree that the M8 might do well with a film advance lever ............ but not just for the purpose of "grip" .......... but mostly to "cock the shutter". This way, the "quiet of the single action of the shutter releasing" would be recouped. The M8 could possibly be as quiet as any of its earlier M-series predecessors. It might also save some of the battery power presently used to electronically set the shutter.

Attila
 
HAnkg said:
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Ugh. That's disgusting.
 
HAnkg said:
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You loose the classic shape, but I think the ergonomics would be much better. Stick an ISO dial where the current shutter release is and move the shutter release to the grip. Lugs for a handstrap or M5 style side attachment would be nice. Grip like the linhof or Tom A's grip. Plus more room to stuff electronics maybe the camera could be slimmer.
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ew......:(
 
Umm.... there is a need for a "SHUTTER" reset lever. Hence a one way trip for a more quiet release, and a discreet QUIET re-cock away from the eye or wait/chest.

The shutter sound is TOO clunky. I guess the space acts like a boom box.

Maybe they should come out with an M8C using a Compur leaf shutter "a la" Hasselblad, and a whole new line of lenses! Either Leica or Zeiss.
 
why can't leica release a new firmware that introduces the functionality where if you hold down the shutter after taking a picture, the motor doesn't engage until you release the shutter?
 
ywenz said:
why can't leica release a new firmware that introduces the functionality where if you hold down the shutter after taking a picture, the motor doesn't engage until you release the shutter?
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Don't forget the camera is already super quiet. And foremost, the camera is about 4 inches from your ears so you'll obviously hear it. I'm not sure other people will hear it much. What do you think?
 
Some magazine or web site measured the db level of the M8 along side other cameras. It was louder then the M6 and just a little quieter then the 5D (but a longer duration which may call more attention to the sound).
 
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It's louder then my M6 for sure however in most shooting conditions I find it to be unobtrusive- no library shooting yet however : )

T
 
This might help – gives a good grip and looks a bit retro….

BTW, the magenta cast comes from a Epson R-D1
 

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I would always carry the camera around my neck and have it in its Luigi case so it shouldn't fall and has some protection.
I wouldn't like to see a wind on lever on the M8, this would be daft as there is no need for one although this is my opinion and I respect opinions of others who would like to have a winder.
 
visiondr said:
Yup, Lutz Konermann makes and/or sells this exact product. He calls it the SNOB. It's a black rubber sphere you stick to the back of the camera upon which to rest one's thumb. It's only $6! Here's the link: http://www.leicagoodies.com.

Ron
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that is one of those stick on "feet" you can buy to put on the base of home-made electronic boxes etc. I'm going to use one of those. My M8 has been pulled out of my hand twice now but luckily fallen onto a chair cushion, It wouldn't have fallen if the advance lever had been there, but I can't agree an actual advance lever would be appropriate but the Leica handgrip and Luigi hand grip case are a bit pricey IMO.
 
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