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Advice needed: Leicaflex SL2 , M6

I've been wanting to get into film photography for a while now and have finally committed to doing so. I've been shooting with digital M bodies for the better part of a decade now (started with a Type 240 and currently have a M10-P, M-10 Mono, and M11-P).

I've narrowed my options to the Leicaflex SL2 and the M6, but have been going back and forth between the two. I'm also considering buying this clean M4-P that's available locally and priced quite aggressively - I'd likely buy an external light meter if I went that route.

On one hand, I'm incredibly intrigued by the SL2's reputation (Ansel Adams is quoted as saying it's the finest mechanical SLR ever crafted) and its tank like build quality. On the other hand, I already own 10 m lenses and very much enjoy the rangefinder experience (also why I'd go with the SL2 over the SL).

I've never shot film before apart from disposable cameras and am curious to hear y'all's opinions as to which route would be a better fit/intro into the analog world. Also, assuming I'm not absolutely hopeless in shooting film, I'm fairly sure I'll acquire both eventually.

Many thanks in advance!

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u/-bunka- — 1 day ago
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New Travel Case

Bought a new travel case (Nanuk 935 w/ their N-Cubik inserts) so naturally I felt compelled to fill it with some Leicas for my upcoming trip…

Pictured here:

  • M10 Monochrom
  • M11-P
  • SL2
  • 24-90mm Vario-Elmarit-SL
  • 28mm Ultron II (Voigtlander)
  • 35mm APO-Summicron
  • 35mm (Mandler)
  • 50mm Noctilux (re-issue)
  • 75mm Nokton (Voigtlander)
  • 90mm Elmarit

Definitely visiting my insurance agent before I head out 😅

u/-bunka- — 2 days ago