A different type of Leica M11 Unboxing.

[@shred_LA]

Brother, You're methodical with what you're doing and the way you were able to put to words "who should and should not" get this camera, it was dead on. You're going to have to give something up... something expensive or your time. Also the validation part and when you mention that euphoria of owning is brief and evaporates almost as quick. You've nailed the journey, I am now a fan. Your videos seem extremely well balanced as well. Keep them coming.

[@jayespinal]

Shred, thank you. I appreciate your encouragement.

[@chumito10]

Man, your audio balance of voice and music is on point!

[@jayespinal]

Chumito, thanks appreciate your attention to the details.

[@Midas87]

Oh my goodness! You got the monochrome 😱 that’s a dream camera right there. According to the reviews I’ve watched it’s amazing, especially the dynamic range. All I can say is congrats 🎉

[@jayespinal]

Hey Midas! Yeah man, it’s definitely the dream camera. I figured we only live once so why not go for broke.

[@EinfachDeluxeAbenteuer]

Ohhhhh I love this camera 🙌🏻 Had the opportunity to take pictures with it for an hour in the Leica Store. I was so excited and enchanted. A dream of a camera 🤩 Have fun with it and I’m looking forward to your pictures 😀

[@jayespinal]

Hey Einfach, Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment. Yeah, it's a fun camera for sure.

[@angryrabbitproductions1690]

Congratulations on the new camera. I got my M11M a couple of weeks back, it’s an amazing camera. Usable to 100,000 ISO. I paired it with the new 35MM FLE V2. Though I enjoy my Voigtländer glass, the Leica glass is beyond reproach. Soooo much fun shooting with it. Shortly before getting the Leica, I took delivery of a Fujifilm XH2S… while it can capture good images, it does not have the mojo that the Leica delivers. There is a thickness to the Leica images that is difficult to explain. I’m certain you are going to have an absolute blast with the M11M. Enjoy!

[@jayespinal]

AngryRabbit Productions thanks for stopping by and commenting. I totally agree with you, this camera is something else. I set it on auto ISO and have not touched it since (with limits). The 35mm FLE v2 is a hell of a lens. My next and last lens is a Leica 35mm, but I can't decided which version.

[@deantaylor1512]

Very nicely done … if we didn’t have to make sacrifices to own things worth owning then they would hold no personal value to us …to work and save …and then work and save some more. Enjoy the piece of art and please share the art you make from it …

[@jayespinal]

Dean thank you for your comment. Indeed sacrifice makes achievements that much sweeter. I most certainly plan on sharing moments captured with this amazing tool going forward, plus some limited edition prints.

[@TokyoGritandGrain]

Jay, I love your attitude. It's refreshing to see. I often tell myself that there won't be anymore digital cameras in my near future, but I may have to reconsider. Heh. Great video. Subbed.

[@jayespinal]

@TokyoGritandGrain thank you for the support, I appreciate you joining the channel and taking the time to add your comment. This M11 is on another level, if you have a moment check out my last video where I push the camera to its limits. More content to come, take care.

[@victorrosa5323]

Selling my computer to get the Toughbook of my dreams!!! Thanks for the inspiration1

[@jayespinal]

Vic, Oh wow, you making big moves! Glad I could help give you a push to new heights.

[@colinosullivan]

Very nice jay. Great video as always mate

[@jayespinal]

Thanks Colin, appreciate the support. Rest up, wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@markskinner5659]

Would rather have bought the M10 and kept the Harley! At least you could have been riding around places taking pictures of your dream bike with your dream camera

[@jayespinal]

Mark, thank you for watching and taking the time to leave your comment. You make a great point, that's why I rented the M10 for a week before I made my final decision. I opted to sacrifice Harley instead of a kidney in order to get the M11. I don't regret the choice one bit.

[@sirblimpski1046]

Hello jay! New fan here, is that regular Summicron? Planning to purchase an M11 soon as well and looking super forward for them

[@jayespinal]

Hey there, thank you for watching, I decided to go with the less known Leica Summarit 35mm and a 50mm. I find them to be a hugely underrated at a good price while still providing the same Leica build quality.

[@anthonymiller8979]

Just as you did, I sell old toys to get new toys. Trade/sell things that no longer give me joy or make sense to own to find things that do give me pleasure.

[@jayespinal]

Anthony, great minds think alike, that's the best way to do it. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, appreciate you.

[@junichinomura4810]

congratulation, nice leica M11 monochrome, and it is hard decision to sell you motorcycle for digital camera but I will subscribe to your youtube channel and see how your leica m11 monochrome experience and journey 👍

[@jayespinal]

Junichi, thank you for stopping by and watching the video and taking the time to comment and sub. I appreciate each and everyone of you all. Every time I response to a viewer it gives me a boost to keep creating content.

[@junichinomura4810]

@@jayespinal you're welcome and I will wait foe your next video, enjoy your leica M11 monochrome and I hope you share your experience with it, I want to know if camera freeze is still happening to the leica M11 series. Thanks for your video 🙏👍📸

[@jayespinal]

@@junichinomura4810 Thank you for reminding me, I'm editing my next video now. I'll make sure to mention that for others like you who wonder about it.