I think the auto metering is very reliable with my NEX-3 Summicron combo. However, I "usually" set -1/3 exposure, to eliminate blowing up the highlights.
Changing this setting is difficult, but then it's the only way. I don't think I'm much slower than while using the Leica M8.
The Manual focus aid is very nice with this excellent quality LCD screen. I may be doing better than my M8(?), even under bright lighting.
But there's a tricky point. I use MF with F/2, and then stop down to the actual F stop. For the next photo, if I expand the view while I'm at say F/8, and then remember that I need to go back to F/2, the camera blows up the view. You need to go to F/2 first, and then expand the view.
I can't say the procedure is a quick one, but it pays off for me. (I couldn't like the Sony kit lenses, especially the zoom lens).
Seyhun.
Nice shots.
Few questions from a potential NEX buyer. When using leica m lenses, is the auto metering and exposure from the camera accurate? Or do you have to shoot manual mode to get the best results?
I found from my experience from shooting leica r lenses on dslrs that manual mode was the only reliable way to get a shot. I fear this ay be too cumbersome given the NEXs controls.
Finally, have you had a chance to use or at least research how the zeiss zm 35/2 compares to the 35 summicron?