Eric,
It is easy for a moment of exasperation to lead to a regretted
decision. I essentially learned how to shoot with a Leica M3
purchased when a new one could be had with lens for less than $300. I
used it for many years before it and its many accessories were stolen
and I did not think I could replace it. It took a while to find my
way to the OM4T I bought new in the late 80's. As wonderful as it
is, far superior to the Canon F1 I had a fling with, the OM4T took
years of use to get to the level of instinctive use I had with the
Leica, if I ever have. It says nothing about the equipment, just
about me, and, I think, many people. It is difficult to transfer
skills to something that operates so differently.
My advice is to be patient, get the old stuff fixed and even to pay a
premium to import good used equipment unless the wonderbrick really
has something you can't live without. There are a few people on this
list who have tried other systems and have come back.
--
Winsor Crosby
Long Beach, California
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