Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/02/13

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Subject: [Leica] Advise on Body Evaluation and Lens Suggestions
From: John.Beal@orst.edu
Date: Fri, 13 Feb 1998 10:15:49 -0800
 
> Hello.
> 
> I've taken order of a user M-3 and need any advise to help me determine if
> the camera is a quality used camera or just abused.
> 
> I had originally planned on purchasing a version three Summicron 50mm/2.0,
> but I found a good deal on an older Summilux 50mm/1.4.  Because I enjoy
> available light shooting, I figured the extra stops would come in handing,
> but now I'm having doubts.  Is the Summilux a good lens, or should I
> sacrifice the extra stops and go with a Summicron?
> 
> Any advise welcomed.
> 
> Thanks,
> John Beal II
> 
>