[LRFlex] DM-R decisions, was 20D Question

  • From: Jim Hemenway <jim@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: leicareflex@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Fri, 11 Feb 2005 13:01:14 -0500


I decided that I needed a digital now... who knows when the DM-R will really be ready?


I looked at the Canons, (so that I could use my R glass) but find the Canon viewfinders to be too dim for me.

So, I recently bought a Pentax *isDS 6mp reflex. I already had a bunch of Pentax AF lenses and can also use all of my screw mount lenses going back to the mid-60s in A and M mode... with focus confirmation

It will even take Nikkor lenses, (M mode) with an adapter that I have from Adorama.

So far it's a pretty good camera, and used Pentax F and FA lenses are going through the roof... I anticipate that the same thing will happen when the DM-R arrives.

Slobodan, I've seen a notice that a Rollei 3.9 x 3.9 cm back is available and can be used untethered. But that's like using a Baby Rollei, not a 6008 so I think I'll wait on something like that for awhile longer.

Jim


Slobodan Dimitrov wrote:
The 20D is basically a junker body. It's a stop gap camera, at best. It's for those who need something right now, but who are willing to wait for further product development.
I personally don't think that I will get a DM-R.
I'm on 'tactical' alert for a back for my Rollei, which is a more viable alternative for me.
The prices are coming down on higher and higher megabyte stand alone untethered backs.
S. Dimitrov



On Feb 10, 2005, at 8:59 PM, David Young wrote:

At 2/10/2005, you wrote:

Why not just leave the adapter on the body. It much simpler that way.
S. Dimitrov



Hi Slobodan!

I am wrestling with the decision to go for the full DM-R, or the (much) less expensive LeiCanon. There are, I think, merits to both.

I will be looking forward to a user report from you, when you get your DM-R.

Sadly, I am only at the thinking stage. I have just sold my house, and now expect to move at the end of April. I'll not be buying anything prior to that, so I will have the benefit of your wisdom before I make the final decision.

Cheers!
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