[LRFlex] Re: Is anyone using a R4?

'an' R4, not 'a' R4.

Dave Saalsaa <SaalsD@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:Hi Pat,
I use an R4s and an R4sP and find them both to be just fine. The serial 
number of your R4 being later than 161xxxx should have had the updated 
electronics and not suffered the problems of earlier ones. Enjoy.

Dave
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Pat Foster" 
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Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2005 8:19 AM
Subject: [LRFlex] Is anyone using a R4?


> i've just bought a R4 in fine condition, serial # 161XXXX. My previous 
> experience with Leica reflexes has been with Leicaflex SL, my principal 
> reflex shooter, and the Leicaflex Standard; the price was particularly 
> attractive on my R4 and I thought I'd give an automatic exposure Leica a 
> try.
>
> While I'd never mistake the R4 for a Leicaflex, I'm finding my new camera 
> quite pleasant to use. The exposure automation, the first for me on any 
> camera, is certainly convenient for casual shooting. The several rolls of 
> B&W that I've run through the R4 indicate that all of the modes are 
> working properly.
>
> I've formed the impression that most of the people on this forum are using 
> later model Leica reflexes than the R4. I'm curious to hear comments froim 
> forum members who do shoot with a R4.
>
> One question that naturally comes up is the expected reliability of the 
> later model R4's. How are the cameras with serial number over 1600000 hold 
> up for people?
>
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