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Old 08-13-2008, 10:19 AM   #2
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In all others areas, the ME Super body is excellent. The viewfinder is like looking though a window--just superb. The camera also handles very well. Interestingly, I find it better to meter using the camera's shutter release rather than the shutter release on the ME Winder II. The release on the winder requires only a very light touch--which I really appreciate--and thus I find it safer to meter with the more forgiving release on the camera. The winder button also produces a slight motor noise when lightly depressed.
I dont yet own winder ME II for my ME-F so I cant comment but I do own the winder MX I normally keep the shutter locked on the MX and only use the winder.(when its attatched) even if the winder is off it will still meter and light up the LED's. my winder MX makes no noise when half-depressed.

if you like the ME supers viewfinder all I can say is try the MX's. as for the push button shutter selection... I actually prefer that to the wheel because I can change speeds much faster. its easier with the MX since it displays shutter speed in the viewfinder but with my K1000 its a pain in the ass and I generally have to take my eye away and look at the wheel. the wheel looks cooler though if thats worth anything. the only thing about my ME-F that I dont like is lack of DOF preview my MX has it and I find myself missing it with the ME-F. I find I can do without the aperture display window of the MX so no loss there, but I really wish my MX had EV compensation. I think thats my favourite aspect of my ME-F (next to the focus confirmation) and something that I think a 'pro' camera such as the MX should have. my ME-F's body feels great just as robust and rugged as the MX and fits in my hand better due to the larger size. overall I really like my ME-F and share your enthusiasm for the ME super. great cameras.
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