Thanks Bill. An in depth answer, and very interesting.
I don't yet have a digital camera, although I'd like to try one. I use an M6 and 50mm and 35mm. I love these.
For me the things are an enjoyable useful size to the camera and its speed of response, but above all those are the frame lines, which make the world compositional. And the process so distinct.
That's made me think about trying a used m8, whatever it's limitations. But perhaps the Fuji, if it gets a little cheaper in a little while.
Be fascinated to see how you and la fuji carry on together... Thanks for those thoughts.