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<p>I ended up going with a CLA'd M4 for 900 in really spectacular condition. The tulip loading system is superb. I used to practice around the house loading the old style spools while walking around. M4 loading system is just--pop it in, line it up, and go.<br> <br />Now I'm wondering what to do with that extra chunk of change left over... I have a good 35 and 50mm both Zeiss ZM. </p> <p>Anyone have experience with the M2-R? </p>

<p>My current dream camera is an M-A. I'd go for an MP but prefer to use a meterless camera. Sunny 16 has always been quite accurate for me, and I feel that the meter will be the first thing to go on the camera in the long run. And if I ever manage to buy this camera, it will be a constant companion for a long time. I'm most curious about the gears, brass or steel? I'm attracted to the new materials, but wonder if the build quality is consistent with the M2/4.<br> Anybody have one?</p>

<p>Hi John,<br> It is the focusing ring itself, the entire middle section of the lens that is loose rather than the aperture ring. The seller allowed me to ship the lens back free of charge, and I ended up going for a great deal on a zeiss ZM. I've been quite happy with my Zeiss 35, so hopefully the 50 will treat me well too. <br> I've never fixed up a lens or camera before, but I have a beat up fed 2 and industar 61. Might not be a bad place to start tinkering. </p>

<p>Hi,<br> <br />I just bought a canon 1.4 ltm, never used one before. Noticed immediately that the focusing action had a bit of play, and it feels stiff. I'm not sure how using the lens is supposed to feel. I could probably get used to it, but I paid about 300 for a mint one. If this wiggle is pretty standard I might send it back and get more of a user copy.<br> Thanks everyone!</p>

<p>Does your canon 1.4 ltm have focus ring wiggle? I just picked one up and noticed there is a bit of play while focusing. Not used to that. I suppose I could learn to live with it though if it is par for the course for this lens. <br> Thanks,<br> Jon</p>

<p>Thanks for the responses everyone! I'll certainly get a 35mm in the future, but 50mm is my bread and butter focal length. I don't have quite as many uses for 35mm the way I currently shoot. That's probably because I've never owned a 35mm lens (except for on my minox which, truth be told, actually gets a lot of use. Does anyone here primarily shoot a 35mm lens? How would you characterize your style of photography/what do you typically photograph?<br> <br />Thanks again, <br> Jon</p>

<p>Thanks John,<br />So in general do M mount lenses have shorter throw? I shoot primarily 50mm, but if the canon 35mm is a bargain perhaps I'll indulge.</p>

<p>I just bought a mint Canon P for $190 and am looking for a fast 50mm. To anyone with a Canon 1.4 ltm: is the action quick and smooth, and the throw short? I learned to shoot on an slr with a very quick lens, so I've grown to love a lens that can match my reaction speed when shooting on the street.<br> Image quality is, of course, the most important component I consider. However, I need to be able to get the shot off quickly when I haven't pre-focused. A good balance of sharpness and Bokeh quality is also important as I shoot plenty of candid portraits. Contrast I can fix in the darkroom if need be. <br> <br />Anyone have any ideas about ltm lenses with short throw/quick focus ring action? I'm not looking to spend much more than 500 on an LTM lens if possible. Someday I may want to invest in an M3. For now I want to improve my chops on rangefinders with the P. </p> <p>Thanks so much,<br> Jon</p>