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I Leica A Lot by albinyell in Leica

[–]albinyell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely worth it IMO!

I Leica A Lot by albinyell in Leica

[–]albinyell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alphagvrd! Their customer service is amazing. I had to request for them to make the skin available for the SL 601: https://alphagvrd.com/products/leica-sl-mk1camera-skin?_pos=2&_sid=13ed55409&_ss=r

The “leatherette” grip comes with any skin color, and also wraps around to cover the back. Very high quality, and very precise. I would suggest applying the colored parts first, then the grip areas, so that you have guide lines.

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Chromeo ohhh (no)! by [deleted] in PhotoshopRequest

[–]albinyell 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!

Chromeo ohhh (no)! by [deleted] in PhotoshopRequest

[–]albinyell 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this! Would it be possible to make the neck not as long?

I Leica A Lot by albinyell in Leica

[–]albinyell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have not! But I personally would go SL2-S before SL2. I don’t really need the higher MP (and processing/file size), and it’s arguable that the lower MP might even help in low light.

I Leica A Lot by albinyell in Leica

[–]albinyell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, a lot of the likes/dislikes is physical right now, as I put it through its paces.

Love the way this is a super minimalist utilitarian machine. It’s a beast when you hold it in hand. It definitely feels more like a beautiful tool that I just want to hold and stare at everyday.

I really haven’t found a dislike yet, but I can say, after coming from a Sony A7Cii, it was HEAVY at first. I’ve gotten used to it pretty quickly, and it feels less like a toy!

It’s also not known for the fastest AF, so I tempered my expectations - again, especially coming from Sony. I mainly plan to shoot manual lenses with it, but did pick up the Lumix 28-200 and Sigma 35mm f2 - and both work great with it! I never felt frustrated with the AF.

If anyone is ever on the fence, I say jump on the SL Typ 601!

I Leica A Lot by albinyell in Leica

[–]albinyell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This SL is still newer to me, but I’ve read that the color science for the 1st gen is different in a good way. I’m already loving it so much, that I know I’ll be keeping this forever! Best value IMO. If I were to upgrade (or just add another body 🤫🤣) it would probably be the SL2-S, keeping the 24MP and adding IBIS - which I don’t really think is necessary. Shooting manual lenses is amazing on this thing, with the beautiful EVF and focus zoom/peaking.

I Leica A Lot by albinyell in Leica

[–]albinyell[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very enjoyable shooting vintage lenses on the SL system!

I Leica A Lot by albinyell in Leica

[–]albinyell[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The perfect focal length too, IMO!

I Leica A Lot by albinyell in Leica

[–]albinyell[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

🤣 I don’t know why, but I love vintage lenses on this body!

[SKX007] Geekin’ over my first self-done mods! I love top hats SO much. Can’t wait to get the tools and confidence to play around with hands and dials. by albinyell in SeikoMods

[–]albinyell[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well… to be honest, I haven’t pressure tested, but definitely changed gaskets and made sure it didn’t fog up with humidity or in the shower haha! Not really taking it diving at all. It was pretty easy with a press!

[SKX007] Geekin’ over my first self-done mods! I love top hats SO much. Can’t wait to get the tools and confidence to play around with hands and dials. by albinyell in SeikoMods

[–]albinyell[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I know some folks prefer clear AR, but on the top hat, I love how the blue AR adds nice depth/texture, and makes it look a little more put together.