I thought it was time to upgrade my H3D39 so i tested the S2 with 35/70/120 last weekend. A few outdoor shots, some houses, garden, my daughters, my cat, some studio product shots. I will post no samples because it is my test and conclusion and i don´t like to discuss about details that much.
Great camera, like the design, sound and handling. But not enough to sell the H3D39. HCD 28 with DAC looks better to me than the 35 Leica lens. Leica 70 beats the HC 80, no question. Both 120 macros are equal for my taste with the Leica having a bit more contrast and sharpness.
I must say that i am addicted to the Hasselblad look, for me it is warm and rich all the time. The Leica S2 look is not like the look i loved with my M8, it is more M9, cooler, more neutral. It reminds me of the Phase P25 i had for a while. Sure, some will say i could tweak tones to my taste.
No, i can´t. Or better, i don´t like to tweak anymore. It is a personal thing. That is what a camera should be. And i am sure some will love the S2 the way i love my H3D39.
jørn