Re: Last chance to buy M?!
Carl LaFong wrote:
DerGuator wrote:
The 32 1.4 is the last lens missing in my collection. I'm still undecided though if Canon 32 or Sigma 30 or wait for RF 50 1.4 (which might never happen) and get an RP for the ultimate FF alround combo...
So at the moment I'm just keeping an eye out for an additional cheap M50 mk ii body, used or new.
I went through some similar thinking recently, and like you, the 32mm f1.4 was the only “must have” lens missing from my M collection. The recent price drop to $399 pushed me over the edge on that decision.
Regarding the “second body” issue, I like having a 2nd body as a backup and to provide the ability to have a 2nd lens immediately available. So a year or so ago, I got an M5 on sale as a backup to my M6 II. I like the M5 for its built-in EVF, but otherwise it has not been an ideal companion body because its controls and capabilities differ from that of the M6 II, which I have found very frustrating. For that reason, I just ordered a refurb M6 II from Canon at the attractive price of $549, to give me 2 identical bodies.
Getting the same body you like the most twice is a good idea imo. If my camera really dies one day I want to have the same one as a replacement. Also muscle memory is a thing and Canon loves changing the button layout on every camera, at least a little.
I also have my old M10. It is nice with the 22 F2. But with the outdated AF and missing bulb I wouldn't be happy with it as my only M.
Dangit, Canon why you have to kill M? APS-C RF stuff will never be as small... I guess...