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      33
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      October 11, 2018
      5
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      July 27, 2018
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      May 25, 2018
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      David Farkas
      September 30, 2018
      17
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      September 30, 2018
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      May 27, 2018
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      January 29, 2015
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    LeicaPhotos changed their profile picture 11 years, 9 months ago

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    John McMaster replied to the topic Another S Bag Thread :rolleyes: in the forum Leica S (Typ 006) 11 years, 9 months ago

    I ordered one and it has just arrived. Everything fitted in on first attempt, there may be room for improvement, but it is a tight fit in the padding.

    S2-P kit in Filson Magnum bag

    Thanks for recommendation

    john

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    rsmphoto replied to the topic Now comes the dilemma. to S or not to S? in the forum Leica S (Typ 006) 11 years, 9 months ago

    Yes. I also made this switch about 4 months ago. Very glad I did for the same reasons. 3 years of warranty with a refined version of the S2.

    Richard

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    Sharrisimo posted an update 11 years, 9 months ago

    I'm waiting on an “M9” so, after it arrives and I've run a a few films through it, I'll let you know…

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    John replied to the topic Leica Vario-Elmar-S 1:3.5-5.6/30-90mm ASPH in the forum Gear For Sale 11 years, 9 months ago

    There have been many inquiries……still no sale…..reducing price to $8000 plus shipping and fees……no longer interested in trades…..thanks

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    peterv replied to the topic Who plans on using 4K video? in the forum Leica S (Typ 007) 11 years, 9 months ago

    Thanks David, I’ve waited a few days before responding, because I was hoping that others might chime in, but somehow there doesn’t seem to be much interest in this topic. In any case, it’s still early days and a lot might happen between now and second quarter 2015.

    I like your matching argument and that can be an important consideration, thoug…[Read more]

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    dalethorn started the topic Leica T practice images (various) in the forum Images to Share 11 years, 9 months ago

    Four recent images I processed to illustrate how I use the Leica T/18-56 and what kind of results I get shooting JPEGs: The Halloween house was easy to shoot, but difficult to get the perspective right after the fact (using an old copy of Paint Shop Pro). The leaves-in-flowerpot is a favorite of mine for color and texture. The fish had to be…[Read more]

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    Jack MacD replied to the topic New Firmware – what to expect on the S2? in the forum S2 11 years, 9 months ago

    This little video of a 120mm lens focusing before and after the update suggest there is one less step of searching now.
    The sound tells the story a bit clearer than the embarrassingly fuzzy image.

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    Josh Lehrer wrote a new post 11 years, 9 months ago

    Having announced a line of redesigned Summarit-M Lenses at Photokina, Leica is now in the process of phasing out the current f/2.5 Summarit lens line. This means that Leica Store Miami is able to offer these excellent lenses at reduced pricing, brand new.

    The Summarit-M f/2.5 lenses offer a great combination of light weight, fast focus throw, and superb optical performance. In addition to being lovely to use on an M camera, they can be especially handy when used on smaller form cameras like the Leica ( Typ 701). Here is a list of the reduced-rice lenses Leica Store Miami has in stock:

    Leica Summarit-M 35mm f/2.5 – $1,695 (Was $1,950)

    Leica Summarit-M 50mm f/2.5 – $1,295 (Was $1,750)

    Leica Summarit-M 75mm f/2.5 – $1,695 (Was $1,950)

    Leica Summarit-M 90mm f/2.5 – $1,895 (Was $2,150)

    Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions via email or phone at 305-921-4433.

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    David Farkas replied to the topic Who plans on using 4K video? in the forum Leica S (Typ 007) 11 years, 9 months ago

    Peter,

    One big difference in the video specs between the S 007 and the NX1 is the color sampling. The S 007 uses 4:2:2 while the NX1 uses 4:2:0. Having seen comparisons, the color accuracy and quality of 4:2:2 is vastly superior.

    Granted, there are other cameras offering Cinema 4K capture with 4:2:2, but none using medium format sensors and…[Read more]

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    fotografz and Profile picture of Jack MacDJack MacD are now friends 11 years, 9 months ago

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    peterv replied to the topic Who plans on using 4K video? in the forum Leica S (Typ 007) 11 years, 9 months ago

    Hi everyone, I think it's a really good that David started this thread about video in the new S.

    First, there is a lot of technical aspects to video/motion and some may benefit from watching this video here:

    http://nofilmschool.com/2014/09/everything-you-need-know-about-codecs

    It's 40 minutes, but quiet helpful to anyone who is new to this.

    As…[Read more]

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    fotografz replied to the topic Now comes the dilemma. to S or not to S? in the forum Leica S (Typ 006) 11 years, 9 months ago

    Me too Tim!

    Just decided right after the Photokina announcements … and got it

    After the move to CMOS for the (007), and not liking the cosmetics of the SE, I decided to grab a (006) while a new one could be had.

    Sold the S2P to a friend for a good price, and the move cost me less than I expected, so it was a no brainer. Three more years of c…[Read more]

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    Jack MacD started the topic Looking Out A Cave Entrance in the forum Images to Share 11 years, 9 months ago

    Plato would have taken this picture if he had an S

    Zoom lens, wide to 30mm.

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