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Small Is Beautiful
There are times and places where even as small and unobtrusive a camera as an M series Leica is still too much to carry. For some people this might be when hiking, trekking or mountain climbing. For others it's a day at the beach, a canoe trip, walking the streets of a strange city or when jogging or running. Any time and any place you may find yourself which might have photographic potential but where the weight or bulk of camera equipment is a limiting factor.
Another good reason to carry a pocket 35mm is because knowing that you have one with you enhances your ability to "see" at times and in places that you otherwise might not. And,seeingis what being a photographer is all about.
There are a great many Point and Shoot (P&S) cameras available at moderate prices. But as a serious photographer you likely will want to use a serious camera. If you're like me, just because you're using a pocketable camera doesn't mean that you're willing to relinquish im...

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