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David Farkas replied to the topic Zeiss Biogon T 2.8/21mm ZM in the forum M Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

gogopix;2847 wrote: Interesting. I have one, in a box, new, unopened, and with the delivery (thanks David!) of my new M9-P to replace a M9 that I sold, I am tempted to try this. I'll let you know. I had the 21/2.8 Leica and sold that as I was not that impressed with the rendering and the hood was a bit problematic.

I also have a Contax CY…

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David Farkas replied to the topic What's your favorite 50mm M lens? in the forum M Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

Paratom;2854 wrote: David- I once compare a Noctilux 1.0 and a Summilux asph and a Summicron and also had the impression that there are slight differences in DOF even at comparable f-stops.

Tom,

Perhaps it is the differences in microcontrast and bokeh rending that gives the impression of more/less DOF…. Basically, just a different…[Read more]
Paratom replied to the topic What's your favorite 50mm M lens? in the forum M Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

David Farkas;420 wrote: ka7197, welcome to Red Dot Forum and thanks for posting.

The omission of the 50 Summarit was a simple oversight on my part when setting up the poll. I've fixed it and added the option.

The Summarit is certainly no slouch of a lens. As I tell people who are new to Leica, there are no bad Leica lenses.I'm intrigued…

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Arif replied to the topic H to S adapter arrived! in the forum Alternative Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

David K;2852 wrote:

Arif, if you can share any images taken with the zoom it would be appreciated. If I go down this road that one is on my short list.

Hi David, A simple portrait with no retouching other than simple ACR but not sure if it really shows all what the lens can offer. Portrait with the 100.

One with the…[Read more]
David K replied to the topic H to S adapter arrived! in the forum Alternative Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

I will be testing the HC 100/2.2 next week with the new adapter with an eye towards seeing how it compares to the legendary 110/2 with the dumb adapter. My intended use for this focal length is portrait/beauty shots. For me the primary determinant will be how accurately the AF focuses the 100mm lens. Even with the micro prism screen it's a…[Read more]
gogopix replied to the topic Zeiss Biogon T 2.8/21mm ZM in the forum M Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

Interesting. I have one, in a box, new, unopened, and with the delivery (thanks David!) of my new M9-P to replace a M9 that I sold, I am tempted to try this. I'll let you know. I had the 21/2.8 Leica and sold that as I was not that impressed with the rendering and the hood was a bit problematic.

I also have a Contax CY 21mm 2.8 with an LM…[Read more]
gogopix replied to the topic What's your favorite 50mm M lens? in the forum M Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

The 50mm cron APO ASPH (I can dream, no?) :p

Victor
Arif replied to the topic H to S adapter arrived! in the forum Alternative Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

fotografz;2840 wrote: Despite being busy on a job, I just couldn't wait and ran out to shoot a few quick shots.

OMG!

Worked like a charm.

First impressions:

Wonderful color right out of the camera.

HCD28/4 is considerably wider than my S35, and sharp as hell. The Leica provided lens profiles in LR work perfectly.…

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Leica Store wrote a new post, First Impressions of the New Leica S-Case 13 years, 10 months ago

Today, we received our first shipment of the new Leica S-Case, designed by Leica to fit the entire Leica S-System securely and make it easy to transport. The generous new owner of the case allowed me to open it up and check it out, and I am impressed! The case comfortably holds just about every S-related item one might need on a shoot, and then some.
The Leica S Case provides space for the following products:

• 1 Leica S-Camera Body
• 1 Leica Multifunction Handgrip S
• 1 Leica Summarit-S 35mm/f 2.5 ASPH
• 1 Leica Elmarit-S 30mm/f2.8 ASPH
• 1 Leica Summarit-S 70mm/f2.5 ASPH
• 1 Leica Apo-Macro-Summarit-S 120mm/f2.5
• 1 Leica Apo-Elmar-S 180mm/f3.5
• 1 Quick Charger
• 1 Professional Battery Charger S
• USB-Cable S
• Focusing Screen S
• 2 x Battery S
• 1 X Remote Release Cable S

The case by itself weighs 12 pounds, and fully loaded with a body, five lenses, and all the accessories it weighs in at 30 pounds. Not bad considering what is inside, and the large rubber handle combined with sturdy wheels make it easy to travel with. It comes new in its own box, and a nifty guide that shows you exactly where each item belongs:

The included guide which shows where each item belongs. Very convenient!

It is very easy to slide lenses in and out, they fit snugly and remove easily thanks to two small notches around the lens where you can grasp it with your fingers (for the 120mm and 180mm, which do not have rectangular hoods). The top half of the case has matching cutouts that assure the lenses do not move around during transport. There is a section underneath the slot for the pro charger which can hold either a USB tethering cord, or any other accessory you might need to carry along that does not have its own designated slot.

With the case empty, you can see the various slots along with cutouts on the top section which assure a secure fit. And a cool Leica logo!

We will definitely be adding this case to our demo inventory. Not only does it allow us to safely travel with the entire system (which we often do) it makes shipping our system for test drives that much easier.

To place an order for the new Leica S-Case, follow the link to our website or contact us at 1-800-327-1776.
Kurt Kamka replied to the topic Free Smiles in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 10 months ago

Pete Walentin;2832 wrote: Really great work Kurt. My compliments.

Please keep us posted. I'm really interested to see the results of your pictures when the Painter has done his work.

Thanks Iceandfire and Pete. Pete, I'll post an image when I have something.
fotografz replied to the topic Anyone tested the Habla Zeiss 40/4? in the forum Alternative Lenses 13 years, 10 months ago

I think the lens you may be looking for is the Zeiss CFE 40/4 IF.

It is the last optical/mechanical update of the Zeiss 40mm lens for the Hasselblad V mount cameras, and is much improved over the previous CFi 40/4 FLE. There was also a CF 40/4.

I've owned all three lenses, and last used them on a H3D and H3D-II Hasselblad digital…[Read more]
Pete Walentin replied to the topic Free Smiles in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 10 months ago

Really great work Kurt. My compliments.

Please keep us posted. I'm really interested to see the results of your pictures when the Painter has done his work.
Arif replied to the topic S3 — what new features would you like? in the forum S2 13 years, 10 months ago

Jack MacD;2819 wrote: Sure, Leica is listening to us, but their bigger market is Asia, and I don't see many users from Asia on this site other than Kurt. Perhaps over there, it seems, buyers purchase the S2 as a luxury good, more than just a very fine tool?

Most people I run into in Tokyo who use Leica are older people and they like the…[Read more]
Kurt Kamka replied to the topic Free Smiles in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 10 months ago

Thanks Jack, you are very kind.

As I mentioned to Jack, I have a gallery showing coming up in Manila in October … so it'll be exciting to see what local reactions will be to my slices of Filipino daily life. In addition, I have another tentatively scheduled for March of next year that will be a mixed media show with a Filipino painter who…[Read more]
Iceandfire replied to the topic Free Smiles in the forum Images to Share 13 years, 10 months ago

Very nice ! bravo ! 😉
Jack MacD replied to the topic S3 — what new features would you like? in the forum S2 13 years, 10 months ago

Sure, Leica is listening to us, but their bigger market is Asia, and I don't see many users from Asia on this site other than Kurt. Perhaps over there, it seems, buyers purchase the S2 as a luxury good, more than just a very fine tool?
Roger replied to the topic S3 — what new features would you like? in the forum S2 13 years, 10 months ago

Day dreaming of course .
Iceandfire replied to the topic Mamiya 645 Lens… in the forum Gear For Sale 13 years, 10 months ago

All is sold !!! we can closed this thread 😉
Leica Store wrote a new post, Leica M9 Firmware Update 1.196 Now Available 13 years, 10 months ago
Today, Leica Camera has announced firmware version 1.196 for the Leica M9/M9-P. This firmware features the following updates/improvements:

1. Performance improvements:

Further improvements of SD-Card […]
Andrew replied to the topic S3 — what new features would you like? in the forum S2 13 years, 10 months ago

Would Leica guys listen to us or we are just daydreaming?

Andrew
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