I would definitely buy from Camera West again. The process was smooth, and shipping was fast. I’m so happy to be shooting again. Thank you.
The X2Dii is terrific. I have too many cameras at home. When I think of going somewhere on family trips or photo shoots, it is the camera that I take along. I may bring others, but the X2Dii gets the most travel time. Why? I love shooting with it. It handles well in hand. EVF and LCD are wonderful for framing an image. Autofocus works, regardless of texture, color or amount of ambient light. Joystick could be higher on the body, but it is still better than no joystick. Colors are so lifelike… better than any other camera I have used (Sony, Leica, Nikon, etc.). And yes, I love my Leica cameras. This X2Dii is just a joy to use. And it produces images that are a joy to pixel peep, edit, and share with others (printed or electronic). My favorite camera.
Best prime wide angle lens in my bag.
Sharp and gorgeous color Leica character
Camera arrived in a timely fashion, but the accompanying charger and battery do not work. The battery will not charge. I have spoken to Samantha at the San Francisco store; she is sending a replacement for both, but because of the holiday, they are not yet in my hands. So I don’t know how well the camera works which is kind of too bad. However, I’m pretty sure that once the proper battery and a functioning charger arrive. It will be OK. As I said, stay tuned. LH
I’ve learned the hard way that finding a 50-year-old Nikon that works as well as it did in 1975 is no easy task. Yet the F2AS I purchased from Camera West is that camera. On E-bay one can find an F2AS meter head, the DP-12, from many sellers, but finding one that really works is trial and error — mostly error. Camera West gets five stars for offering a Nikon F2AS that does what it should!
I like it! took it out for a Spin and Im happy with it. I need to shoot with it a bit more but So far So good:) Thank you!
Oberwerth M Bag Reporter
This was exactly what I was looking for and in perfect condition. Perfect for my collection and use of film cameras. And of course, buying from Camera West couldn’t be better or simpler.
I ordered the new Xpan 90mm lens on Camera West Used Market place. It arrived a couple of days later and was packaged very safely and in great shape.
Based upon one week of use, the lens is exactly what it should be: a fast focusing, reasonably sharp telephoto to super telephoto zoom. I've been using it for birds and wildlife, and it does a great job. It's not particularly fast (f/8 at most focal lengths), so there is no need to stop it down for best image quality as diffraction becomes the limiting factor. Matched up with the modern autofocus capabilities of the X-H2S or X-T5, it achieves a reasonable AF "hit" rate even on birds in flight. I have successfully tracked soaring bald eagles at 600mm and been very pleased with the images. If you want a moderately priced (for its capabilities) super tele zoom for the Fuji system, this is the obvious choice. It is lighter than its size suggests, and I love the fact that it's an internal zoom, even if that comes at the cost of some extra length when stored. Recommended.
need more concise and precise condition of items for sale so customer are aware before purchasing item.
Better than described, this camera besides a little brassing (which is really cool) works great. Having loads of fun with it. Camera West has always been a joy to buy from.
lens with 3 others purchased all except one had oil on aperture blades but were not described. Disappointed.
would like to get a discount for future purchase and like to get these clean asap.
Purchased this R8 and had to return it because the incamera meter was broken.
Camera West is my “go to” source for Leica gear—both new and used. Whether you’re adding a rare, hard to find lens to your kit or you want to trade-in one that hasn’t bee used much, start with Camera West.
Im happy with what I’ve got! How I wish I could get another lens XCD 38mmV /f2.5
Helpful, knowledgable and trustworthy... I appreciated the sound advice I got and that no one was trying to sell me technology or equipment I didn't need!
The Billingham Small Hadley bag is a perfect EDC for my Leica setup. I can my M camera with lens attached, a second lens, and numerous accessories. Thanks so much to Carlo at Leica Store SF for helping me choose this bag.
Beautiful lens: museum quality
