I was back in NYC for only a weekend. I needed to have my 28 Summicron-M sent out for repair. I noted that the Leica Soho store was closed. This was on Saturday 16 March. I looked online and found this 'new to me' store. I was fortunate to have Rob greet me and help me with my repair. I was double-barreled when I walked in. I was carrying my M10-R and SL2. The SL2 was new to me - two weeks and only three days of actual shooting. I had some questions that reading the manual may have answered but he was so patient in explaining the camera and how it would work best considering my previous shooting style with autofocus. He was so professional and friendly and you could sense his passion of photography. The place looks large but put a few photographers and the space becomes small. But it did not feel crowded but more like friends hanging out at a get together. I also got to meet Vincent (fellow double watch wearer) and Roland - brand ambassadors. Equally as awesome as Rob. I only bought a spare SL2 battery. I talked of camera straps. Never felt the pressure of buying there or even Leica. I toured the place - except for the VIP area and would love to go back and spend more time. All in all, as you state, a wonderful warm experience.
I’m so glad that you were able to experience firsthand what we talked about in the video. Rob and Vincent are awesome. We in LA will miss them! (They transferred from the LA store). If you remember Rob saying in the video, he’s looking to build a community, not to sell cameras. That’s definitely obvious in our every interaction with them. We are so excited for them! 😊
Very interesting. As always. Obviously a house of temptation, but worth it. If i was in New York, I would buy a shiny chrome M-A from them, and cosset it like a first born, raising it to the sky like in The Lion King.
Not only a house of temptation, but also of learning and collaboration 😊 everyone in the store is so helpful and nice…. Are you sure you don’t already have a shiny chrome M-A?? Are you looking for a backup? 😜
Been there recently. Not much used gear available - maybe because its still quite new also indicated in the video. The second floor I liked best with bar and book collection. Took a photo of the Leica mouse on the shelf :).
Recently entered the Leica fray with a used Q-P and am loving it so far. Been Canon for years and they feel more like computers now with the mirrorless ones. Am loving the more tactile experience I am getting from the Leica.
I also switched from Canon! I shot events and weddings for 8 years and one day I sold my 5D2 & 5D3 bodies plus a bunch of lenses for my Leica gear. Never been happier 😊
I have four Leica film cameras and numerous lenses all gathering dust. I would definitely not buy any of their overpriced digital basic performance cameras.
So sorry that you seem to have something against Leica Cameras. No, it's not for everyone. But for those of us who enjoy them... please let us continue to enjoy them. Thanks 😊
Totally Gutted that i couldn't make it.... it looks like you had enough fun for all of us that couldn't make it. i'll stop by this weekend and look the place over.. Thanks.
Then a visit is definitely in order! Leica Society International is having a meetup in October out here in LA. Perhaps you can come out then! Check this out: leicasocietyinternational.org/lhsa-meetings#!event-register/2023/5/18/lsi-2023-spring-shoot-rome
Hahaha omg you’re the first one to ask me that. Thanks for reading my bio! Palos Verdes is what I meant. We are part of Los Angeles county but no one knows where we are 😅(ok maybe some people do) 😛
More reason to attend them when you can! I’m looking to create in-person events in the future where people could gather and shoot or check out camera goodies together 😊 I’m also more of an in-person type of girl 🤩
Beautiful Leica store! I think the words she was looking for is contemporary & maybe sterile for the LA Store & Industrial or Modern Industrial for the NY store. Great vid!
Hahaha definitely!! I was struggling for words 😅 The New York store looks more urban and industrial (which totally suits NY!) whereas the LA Store looks more sterile... thanks for tuning in! 😊
TBH, no one needs a specific brand of camera. The best camera is the one you have in your hand when you need it the most. But some of us prefer specific brands, and some brands create stronger communities than others. That is what Leica is to me. You seem to have been offended by the Leica brand, seeing that you've left many comments on my videos. I'm sorry that's been your experience. I hope you can try to get to know some Leica shooters and get to know the community. You might be pleasantly surprised 🙂
Not sure how to feel about a store with $9000 cameras starting their video next to a homeless person laying next to their store. Have we really become so desensitized?
If you are talking about the boxes behind me, those were moving boxes from the store setting up and getting ready for the opening. But we all see what we want to see. Even if it was a homeless person there, I still don't feel bad about it. For years I've volunteered and donated to various homeless shelters and animal rescue organizations. I've served food to the homeless every Thanksgiving for over a decade. I can tell you that some people choose to be homeless. instagram.com/p/BqgtxS6g4XO/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== instagram.com/p/BoXRBB4F_Lq/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== The problem with our society is not that it's become desensitized to homeless people or the less fortunate; rather, it's that it has become so judgmental. People who can afford to buy Leicas can also be nice people who contribute to the society.
Had such a great time making this with you and checking out the new store. What an amazing space with the best people running it!
Such a beautiful store with the best people 😄 We need to go back just for fun next time 🥹
I was back in NYC for only a weekend. I needed to have my 28 Summicron-M sent out for repair. I noted that the Leica Soho store was closed. This was on Saturday 16 March. I looked online and found this 'new to me' store. I was fortunate to have Rob greet me and help me with my repair. I was double-barreled when I walked in. I was carrying my M10-R and SL2. The SL2 was new to me - two weeks and only three days of actual shooting. I had some questions that reading the manual may have answered but he was so patient in explaining the camera and how it would work best considering my previous shooting style with autofocus. He was so professional and friendly and you could sense his passion of photography. The place looks large but put a few photographers and the space becomes small. But it did not feel crowded but more like friends hanging out at a get together. I also got to meet Vincent (fellow double watch wearer) and Roland - brand ambassadors. Equally as awesome as Rob. I only bought a spare SL2 battery. I talked of camera straps. Never felt the pressure of buying there or even Leica. I toured the place - except for the VIP area and would love to go back and spend more time. All in all, as you state, a wonderful warm experience.
I’m so glad that you were able to experience firsthand what we talked about in the video. Rob and Vincent are awesome. We in LA will miss them! (They transferred from the LA store). If you remember Rob saying in the video, he’s looking to build a community, not to sell cameras. That’s definitely obvious in our every interaction with them. We are so excited for them! 😊
Rob is so great. He’s so chill and open to chat. I don’t think Leica could have made a better store. Top notch team.
I so agree! He’s so friendly and helpful. The NY store is so lucky to have him 😊
Love to see a store that embraces the art of photography. Cool Layout! Cool Staff!
I totally agree! Great people and cool store. It's led by an awesome manager 😎
The store is wonderful! Rob is a godsend! Welcome to NYC!
I so agree! Thank you! 😊
Very interesting. As always. Obviously a house of temptation, but worth it. If i was in New York, I would buy a shiny chrome M-A from them, and cosset it like a first born, raising it to the sky like in The Lion King.
Not only a house of temptation, but also of learning and collaboration 😊 everyone in the store is so helpful and nice….
Are you sure you don’t already have a shiny chrome M-A?? Are you looking for a backup? 😜
@@NoctiGirl I confess, Sister @NoctiGirl, that I have a black chrome one, but not the silver chrome one. 🤓
Hahaha I knew it!! You wanted a different finish 😆
@@NoctiGirl I confess my weakness. Chrome envy ....
Hehehe 😁
What a place! I will certainly stop by next time in NYC:)
Yes you need to! 😊
Kudos for the on-site tech!
Yes!! Excited for that 🥳🙌🏻✨
Amazing video and store! Leica definitely has a lot to offer! Great job Charlice!
Thank you so much Ron! 😊
@@NoctiGirl you are very welcome! There really is nothing like going into a full on Leica store! Have a great weekend Charlice!
Thanks Ron! You too! 😊
Amazing ! Really.
Been there recently. Not much used gear available - maybe because its still quite new also indicated in the video. The second floor I liked best with bar and book collection. Took a photo of the Leica mouse on the shelf :).
Hahaha nice! I think they will get more used stuff in the future. As you said, still a new store 😉 The second floor is a great area to relax in ☺️
Oh cool, like these tools, if I get over the water I will visit this place. Thank you.
Yes you should! 😄
Excellent store tour. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it 😊
It’s a camera shop.
Amazing crew there in the Meatpacking District. I look forward to many visits. Nice job Charlice!
Thank you! It’s a must visit. The gallery space is beautiful! 😊
There is that overused word again “amazing “.
Great video. Thank you
Thank you so much! 😊
congrats .. great vibe ..cant wait to get out there some time
Thank you! Yes! Awesome store. A must visit if you are in town 🥳
I am a Nikon, and Olympus shooter. I have my antennas up regarding Leica. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Keep up the good work.
Thank you for tuning in! 😊
Recently entered the Leica fray with a used Q-P and am loving it so far. Been Canon for years and they feel more like computers now with the mirrorless ones. Am loving the more tactile experience I am getting from the Leica.
I also switched from Canon! I shot events and weddings for 8 years and one day I sold my 5D2 & 5D3 bodies plus a bunch of lenses for my Leica gear. Never been happier 😊
@@NoctiGirldid the exact same thing for my SL2 gear.
That’s awesome! Happy for you 😊
I have four Leica film cameras and numerous lenses all gathering dust. I would definitely not buy any of their overpriced digital basic performance cameras.
So sorry that you seem to have something against Leica Cameras. No, it's not for everyone. But for those of us who enjoy them... please let us continue to enjoy them. Thanks 😊
Totally Gutted that i couldn't make it.... it looks like you had enough fun for all of us that couldn't make it.
i'll stop by this weekend and look the place over.. Thanks.
Oh no!! I was looking to see if you made it 😧 maybe I’ll bump into you at the store this weekend 🙂
you're still in town? Nice!! perhaps so... in the mean time thanks for the video. makes me feel like i was there also.@@NoctiGirl
We just left this morning 🥹 been a super busy but fun week. Enjoy the store when you make it! 😊
Thank you so much! I've got peeps out there Maybe a visit is in order! never been to a west coast Shop!@@NoctiGirl
Then a visit is definitely in order! Leica Society International is having a meetup in October out here in LA. Perhaps you can come out then! Check this out: leicasocietyinternational.org/lhsa-meetings#!event-register/2023/5/18/lsi-2023-spring-shoot-rome
Rob is the goat, known him since he managed the LA store!
😃😎🥳
the 40mm summicron-c is a wonderful lens.
That's awesome! I'm not familiar with that lens but I'll look into it 🙂
Is the Soho Location being shut down? I know the owner passed away recently :(
I believe the Soho store is currently run by the previous owner’s family. As of now there’s no plans of shutting it down…
I have to ask, being that I live in LA what do you mean when you say that you grew up “in a village on the outskirts of the city of angels”
Hahaha omg you’re the first one to ask me that. Thanks for reading my bio! Palos Verdes is what I meant. We are part of Los Angeles county but no one knows where we are 😅(ok maybe some people do) 😛
@@NoctiGirl I know it obviously lol just an interesting way to phrase it 😂
Just a joke since some people like to ask me where I’m from FROM like they are expecting me to say something like a village somewhere in Asia. So ya 😜
@@NoctiGirl ok now that’s funny keep doing it ☠️🤣
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Really impressive store and tour !!
Thank you! 😊
Does he have a Leica M6 titanium?
He has the M6 titanium with ostrich leather 🥳
What a great episode. The store is so hip😅
Haha thanks for watching! You gotta visit 🥳
How could Leica sustain its reputation in photography without one like this in NYC? See you soon.
😂🤩😎
I was in Singapore last summer. They have three Leica stores! The NYC SoHo store is great. This must be next level.
The more I see stuff like this .. the more I miss the 80’s ….
Time for more in-person events! Photography is best when shared 💖
@@NoctiGirl I’m off to a camera fair on Sunday …. That’s a rare event here in 🇬🇧….it’s something that is dying out …
I like the nostalgia…..
More reason to attend them when you can! I’m looking to create in-person events in the future where people could gather and shoot or check out camera goodies together 😊 I’m also more of an in-person type of girl 🤩
Beautiful Leica store! I think the words she was looking for is contemporary & maybe sterile for the LA Store & Industrial or Modern Industrial for the NY store. Great vid!
Hahaha definitely!! I was struggling for words 😅 The New York store looks more urban and industrial (which totally suits NY!) whereas the LA Store looks more sterile... thanks for tuning in! 😊
so cool. get me a camera
Send me the monayyyyy 😜🤩🤑
Don’t forget most photographers don’t use or need a Leica.
TBH, no one needs a specific brand of camera. The best camera is the one you have in your hand when you need it the most. But some of us prefer specific brands, and some brands create stronger communities than others. That is what Leica is to me. You seem to have been offended by the Leica brand, seeing that you've left many comments on my videos. I'm sorry that's been your experience. I hope you can try to get to know some Leica shooters and get to know the community. You might be pleasantly surprised 🙂
Not sure how to feel about a store with $9000 cameras starting their video next to a homeless person laying next to their store. Have we really become so desensitized?
If you are talking about the boxes behind me, those were moving boxes from the store setting up and getting ready for the opening. But we all see what we want to see. Even if it was a homeless person there, I still don't feel bad about it. For years I've volunteered and donated to various homeless shelters and animal rescue organizations. I've served food to the homeless every Thanksgiving for over a decade. I can tell you that some people choose to be homeless.
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The problem with our society is not that it's become desensitized to homeless people or the less fortunate; rather, it's that it has become so judgmental. People who can afford to buy Leicas can also be nice people who contribute to the society.
Too bad New York is a shite hole now.
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Maybe so. but the Camera store aint that's for sure.
Noct, are you getting an SL3? Im definitely visiting for my US open trip
Yes you must! I’m contemplating on the SL3 🤔 the video was shot on the SL2-S by the way 😊
ill be there this Nov
Awesome!! You’ll enjoy the store. Ask for Rob the store manager and tell him that Charlice the NoctiGirl says hi 😉