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    Jack MacD 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

    Marc,

    I followed your lead and just got the S 006 from Josh at Leica Miami.
    The three year platinum like warranty was the clincher, vs one year with the S-E
    But so was the price now that the 007 has been announced and kept 006 prices down.

    Not sure that there are many left to be had in the US at this point.

    The 006 is all around crisper to…[Read more]

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      David Farkas replied 11 years, 8 months ago

      Glad the S 006 is working out for you, Jack. While the S2 is certainly a workhorse, the added features and hardware upgrades of the S 006 certainly make the experience a little smoother.

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    David Farkas wrote a new post 11 years, 8 months ago

    The first batch of the highly anticipated Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has just started to ship in the United States. Leica Store Miami expects to have the cameras in stock tomorrow (Friday, November 21), so if you place a pre-order online today, your order will ship when the cameras arrive tomorrw. Unfortunately, there has been no word yet on when the accessories for the D-Lux will ship.

    The D-Lux (Typ 109) offers some serious upgrades over the D-Lux 6 it replaces. With a 4/3 inch sensor that is 5 times larger, 4K video recording, solid metal chassis and body, a built-in 2.8 MP EVF and Wi-Fi, the new D-Lux is an amazing performer. We had a chance to play with one for a few days and everything from the feature set to the image quality was truly class-leading for a compact camera. This is a great opportunity to grab one before the holidays.

    If you haven't already, you can read more about the new D-Lux from our previous posts:

    Photokina 2014: Day 4 – Leica Compacts Get Upgraded with D-Lux (Typ 109) and V-Lux (Typ 114)

    Leica Announces D-LUX (Typ 109) Digital Camera

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    Gedi became a registered member 11 years, 8 months ago

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    Josh Lehrer wrote a new post 11 years, 8 months ago

    Today, Adobe released the latest version of its popular image editing software, Lightroom 5.7. This update adds support for the following Leica Cameras:

    • Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
    • Leica V-Lux (Typ 114)
    • Leica X […]
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    DirkR1977 replied to the topic Miami Skyline in the forum Images to Share 11 years, 8 months ago

    Thank you David.

    I just saw I made a mistake by posting it in the Leica T section. Maybe you can move it to the M9 section. Sorry.

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      David Farkas replied 11 years, 8 months ago

      No problem. Moved it for you.

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    David Farkas replied to the topic Miami Skyline in the forum Images to Share 11 years, 8 months ago

    Nice shot. I really like the second one.

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    Mario J became a registered member 11 years, 8 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, 8 months ago

    Leica S cinema rig pictures:

    Check Out this $40K Leica S 4K Cinema Camera

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    DirkR1977 started the topic Miami Skyline in the forum Images to Share 11 years, 8 months ago

    Hi to all members here,

    this is my first post here and I would like to share two of my pictures of the Miami Skyline that I made from the Venetian Causeway.

    Regards
    Dirk

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    RVB started the topic S & 30-90mm in the forum Images to Share 11 years, 8 months ago

    Took this in the Staal straat in Amsterdam a few weeks ago.. using a RRS tripod…

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    David Farkas wrote a new post 11 years, 8 months ago

    Leica has released updated firmware for all digital M camera models from the M8 to the M-P (Typ 240) in order to support the recently announced updated line of Summarit-M lenses. Hopefully, this means that the new lenses will start shipping soon.

    To make the task of finding your correct firmware a little easier, we made a handy table with every model with a direct link to download the the corresponding firmware for each, along with instructions if you need them.

    Camera Model
    Firmware Version
    Instructions

    Leica M8
    v2.024
    Instructions

    Leica M8.2
    v2.024
    Instructions

    Leica M9
    v1.202
    Instructions

    Leica M9-P
    v1.202
    Instructions

    Leica M-E
    v1.202
    Instructions

    Leica M Monochrom
    v1.008
    Instructions

    Leica M (Typ 240)
    v2.0.1.7
    Instructions

    Leica M-P (Typ 240)
    v2.0.1.7
    Instructions

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    Josh Lehrer wrote a new post 11 years, 8 months ago

    Beginning Saturday, November 15, 2014 and running through January 31, 2015, Leica Camera is offering a $750 instant voucher towards the purchase of a brand new Leica M (Typ 240) in black or silver chrome, and a $250 instant voucher towards the purchase of nearly any brand new M-System lens, with the exception of the newly announced f/2.4 Summarits, Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH in Silver Chrome, Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH in Silver Chrome, and the APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH.

    Please note this promotion only applies towards brand new Leica products purchased in the United States or Canada. The promotion is not valid on the Leica M-P (Typ 240) or Leica M Monochrom. To participate in the promotion, simply purchase an applicable product and the voucher will be applied instantly.

    Please don't hesitate to contact Leica Store Miami anytime with questions, either via phone at 305-921-4433 or via email. The promotion ends January 31, 2015.

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    shawn tinker's profile was updated 11 years, 8 months ago

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    Bob Levite wrote a new post 11 years, 8 months ago

    ThumbnailMy primary camera is a Leica M Monochrom, but as a serious and frequent traveler I needed a versatile, all-around camera, capable of capturing color as a companion to the Monochrom, which only shoots in black and […]

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      Bob Levite replied 8 years, 8 months ago

      Hi John-
      Thanks for your comment. Yes, the 1″ sensor produces great images in my opinion. Currently Leica Store Miami has a show of bird photography shot entirely with the V-Lux. Some of the images are 20×24 inches and are excellent. My only caution involves low light level performance. When traveling I take the V-Lux and a Q or Monochrom for low light situations.
      I hope this helps.

      Bob

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    noisycheese replied to the topic Are you pleased with the new Leica M specification? in the forum Leica M (Typ 240) 11 years, 8 months ago

    I am 99.5% happy with the M240. The only things I would change are –
    1: Black dot on the front rather than the red dot;
    2: Black command button & ring on the back at the upper right position.

    While I am very pleased with the performance & results that my M240 produces, the black on black finish and sapphire screen of the M-P has caused my eye…[Read more]

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    noisycheese replied to the topic Leica 28mm Summilux-ASPH at Photokina 2014? in the forum M Lenses 11 years, 8 months ago

    I am anxiously awaiting the release of the 28 Summilux – I have shot with a 28/2 ASPH for 10+ years and look forward to seeing this new wonder lens.

    The 28/2 currently sells for $4300 USD so I am expecting the 28/1.4 to sell for probably $6500 USD. 🙁

    Does anyone know what the thread (filter) size on the 28 Summilux is? I have looked at…[Read more]

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