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Bob Moore replied to the topic Now comes the dilemma. to S or not to S? in the forum Leica S (Typ 006) 11 years, 8 months ago

Dale,

I would like to respecfully disagree…have been cleaning sensors since the Nikon D70 and not had a problem…yes you may use a half box of wipes but in 30 minutes you are
done and have the camera at your side not…on the way to or from NJ or Solms.

Need to exercise a bit of discretion and a modicum of physical acuity and…[Read more]
dalethorn replied to the topic Now comes the dilemma. to S or not to S? in the forum Leica S (Typ 006) 11 years, 8 months ago

I didn't try cleaning the ‘S', but when I cleaned the Monochrom, after using a blower, a lot of stuff just wouldn't clean up. My inquiries got me the following advice: “Send to Leica for cleaning – the M series shutter etc. throws a lot of stuff onto the sensor” – quote approximate. The thing is, unless you're already an expert in cleaning those…[Read more]
Bob Moore replied to the topic Now comes the dilemma. to S or not to S? in the forum Leica S (Typ 006) 11 years, 8 months ago

Here:

http://www.visibledust.com/products3.php?pid=602

http://delkin.com/product/sensorscope-dslr-camera-sensor-inspection-device-in-extra-capacity-travel-bag/

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ns=p_PRICE_2%7c1&ci=18805&setNs=p_PRICE_2%7c1&N=4077634546&srtclk=sort

Bob
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dalethorn replied to the topic Now comes the dilemma. to S or not to S? in the forum Leica S (Typ 006) 11 years, 8 months ago

I've found that shooting a plain blue sky, or plain white sky possibly, then viewing at 100 percent, you can see even the smallest dust.
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dalethorn started the topic Butterfly with D-Lux typ 109 in the forum Leica D-Lux 11 years, 8 months ago

My first butterfly with the Leica D-Lux(109) — the original image was 4112 pixels wide, which I cropped to 2200 wide and resized up slightly. I thought this was a really good example of image quality given the crop to only 3.6 mp.

Leica D-Lux(109), f5.6, 1/500 handheld, ISO…[Read more]
dalethorn replied to the topic Miami Skyline in the forum Images to Share 11 years, 8 months ago

You have a big ol' sensor spot to the right of the rightmost building, and a few smaller spots. Excellent photos though!!
dalethorn started the topic Day no. 2 with the D-Lux typ109 in the forum Leica D-Lux 11 years, 8 months ago

Second day's images and impressions of the Leica D-Lux typ109 (twin of the Panasonic LX100). A couple things that I hope are fixed in new firmware are: 1) There's no ability to turn the camera on in playback mode AFAIK, which can lead to problems…. 2) The zoom resume feature causes a problem at turn-on when using the lenscap string when the…[Read more]
dalethorn replied to the topic Now comes the dilemma. to S or not to S? in the forum Leica S (Typ 006) 11 years, 8 months ago

I sent a request for a detailed comparison of the S typ 007 and the S-E (both new models I presume). Given the astounding price difference, there must be significant compromises with the S-E, and I'd like to see the complete list.
- Jack MacD replied 11 years, 8 months ago
  
  The S-E has a one year warrantee vs three for the type 007
  The S-E is really the same as the former type 006 introduced two years ago
  The S-E is CCD sensor, the type 007 is CMOS so it has live view and higher ISO.
  The 007 can take 4K video, etc. etc.
dalethorn replied to the topic Leica Ultravid (first ed.) 10×42 BR binocular in the forum Gear For Sale 11 years, 8 months ago

Lowering price to $875 USD.
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David Farkas wrote a new post 11 years, 8 months ago

The Leica M Edition “Leica 60” became the darling of this past Photokina. Leica had the audacity to launch a digital camera with no LCD screen and no menus, epitomizing Leica's rallying cry of Das Wesentliche, the […]
Josh Lehrer wrote a new post 11 years, 8 months ago

Take a look at the current lineup of compact digital cameras offered by Leica today and you will be presented with a number of tempting choices. It can be a challenge to figure out which camera will fit your needs […]
dalethorn started the topic First images with new D-Lux typ 109 in the forum Leica D-Lux 11 years, 8 months ago

My first photos (taken as JPEG only) with the new Leica D-Lux (typ 109) – these were taken in a gloomy rainy environment, approximately 20 minutes before sunset, albeit the clouds were so thick that it wasn't possible to see where the Sun actually was. The tree resolved well given the flat lighting, but the landscape foliage didn't fare so well.…[Read more]
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BrianS replied to the topic Leitz 5cm F1.5 Xenon, Leica's first Super-Speed lens. in the forum M Lenses 11 years, 8 months ago

wide-open on the M9, ISO 2500.

I will be writing an article comparing the Xenon and the uncoated/pre-war Sonnar 5cm F1.5 on the M9 and M Monochrom.

“Super-Speed Shoot-out, 1930s style”
BrianS started the topic Leitz 5cm F1.5 Xenon, Leica's first Super-Speed lens. in the forum M Lenses 11 years, 8 months ago

I picked this lens up a few months ago for $400 off ebay- had some internal Haze. I got some tips for disassembly on Leicaplace, was able to get to the inner surfaces with the issues. The glass cleaned up nicely. This is an uncoated lens, 7 elements in 5 groups. After using it on the M Monochrom and M9- I'm impressed. More flare that the Summarit,…[Read more]
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