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    fotografz replied to the topic S2 and H4D/60 on same shoot. in the forum Images to Share 14 years, 1 month ago

    Good observations Stephan.

    The slight temperature differences can probably be directly attributed to more strobe lighting used on the Hassey shot compared to more ambient (shade) on the S2 shot. Lighting is often the biggest single factor … however, up big, I do like the S2 shot a lot for its more natural look and feel. Just different…[Read more]

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    stephan replied to the topic S2 and H4D/60 on same shoot. in the forum Images to Share 14 years, 1 month ago

    what a beautiful photographer 🙂

    this said, I like the rendering and bokeh of the hasselblad lens better, also the tones look a bit warmer, but all this may depend on the focal length ….

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    stephan replied to the topic Marcus Tedeskino with S2 and CS lenses in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    Now that they have taken the sync speed to 1/1000th, I'm converting all my lenses to CS.

    make sure you bought your lenses early enough to qualitfy for the upgrade, as for actual lenses this is not possible any more 😡 I sold my 70 for buying a new one, and will not update my 180 🙁

    also, for us here in Europe the upgrades will be…[Read more]

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    stephan replied to the topic R Lenses to M Mount, Recommended? in the forum M8 and M8.2 14 years, 1 month ago

    to be honest, I think this is not a very good idea (unless you use mainly wide-angle lenses stoped down). Focussing will be poor (reading from the scale) or absent.

    Also, most R-Lenses are somewhat bigger than M-Lenses, so it is not that compact.

    I would probably opt for a new DSLR or a recent mirrorles-camera.

    There is an adapter…[Read more]

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    fotografz replied to the topic Marcus Tedeskino with S2 and CS lenses in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    Now that they have taken the sync speed to 1/1000th, I'm converting all my lenses to CS.

    Never mind the camera and lenses, gimme that lighting! LOL!

    -Marc

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    Pete Walentin replied to the topic Firmware update procedere – ATTENTION! in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    No specifics, sorry.

    I already waited a bit before I upgraded. Unfortunately I have the “there is a task open, take care of it” attitude, to keep my list small. 😉

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    woodyspedden replied to the topic Macbook Pro Retina display in the forum Computers and Technology 14 years, 1 month ago

    David

    In addition to your comments I recently read an article that was from a company (I believe it was called I Fixit but I may be wrong about that) who took the entire MacBook Pro apart to determine its “fixability.”

    They discovered that much of the unit is glued in place and that the display is integral to the unit and if damaged the…[Read more]

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    Stuart Richardson replied to the topic Firmware update procedere – ATTENTION! in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    Any specifics? I am sure they update little things, but I don't always upgrade firmware that quickly unless there is a clear advantage. I guess I am taking a “if it ain't broke, don't fix it” attitude. For example, the last time I did a Mac OSX update, it destroyed my computer…luckily I had a backup.

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    Pete Walentin replied to the topic Firmware update procedere – ATTENTION! in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    Stuart Richardson;2550 wrote: I would never have thought about this…thanks for the suggestion! I have not updated to the latest firmware yet. I am not using the H adapter, and it did not seem like there was anything else in there to make it worth upgrading…I will probably just wait until there is a more significant update.

    That is what I…[Read more]

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    Leica Store wrote a new post 14 years, 1 month ago

    Today, Leica has announced the new Leica S-Case, designed to securely carry and transport the Leica S camera system. The case is weather and dust sealed and designed to meet the carry on regulations of most airlines. From Leica:

    Leica Camera is pleased to introduce the Leica S-Case which provides an elegant and professional way to store and transport the Leica S-System safely. This case will be available in North America at the end of June.

    The case comes with an inlay and is made of high quality materials. There is also a valve in the bag which allows for automatic pressure compensation. The case is also dust and water proof. The case meets most airlines’ regulations on hand luggage.

    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

    Technical Data:

    Dimensions: approx. 21 5/8 x 14 x 9 inches (545 x 350 x 230 mm)
    Weight: approx. 11 ½ lbs. (5.3 kg)




     

    For users who need a secure, dedicated place to store their S system, and who travel with their gear, this new Leica S-Case should be the perfect solution. We will certainly be using this case to transport our S system; keep an eye out on Red Dot Forum for more photos and details.

    To pre-order, visit the product page for the Leica S-Case on Dale Photo & Digital's website.

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    Stuart Richardson replied to the topic Firmware update procedere – ATTENTION! in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    I would never have thought about this…thanks for the suggestion! I have not updated to the latest firmware yet. I am not using the H adapter, and it did not seem like there was anything else in there to make it worth upgrading…I will probably just wait until there is a more significant update.

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    GMB replied to the topic Photokina 2012 anyone? in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    I am planning to go as well. It's only 2h by train from Brussels for me :D. I have not decided when and probaly only will do so shortly before. If you guys set something up, I will try to make it. The weekend 22/23 should normally work. During the week depends on workload.

    Georg

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    Mark Gowin replied to the topic Photokina 2012 anyone? in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    I would love to go, but work schedule won't permit it. I will be doing go to make it to Photo Plus in NYC this year.

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    Kirsten Vignes replied to the topic Miami Street Photography – M9 with 24mm f/1.4 Summilux in the forum Images to Share 14 years, 1 month ago

    Thanks for all the feedback! I plan on going out on the bike again tonight in South Beach so hopefully I'll get some more worthwhile shots. I'll make sure to post them if I do.

    (Jack – I had to look up who Don Johnson was – I'm that young. David and Josh gave me a lot of crap for that one. Also, I've heard of Blurb before and it's definitely…[Read more]

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    David Farkas replied to the topic Photokina 2012 anyone? in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    Pete Walentin;2543 wrote: Is anyone of you guys are planning to visit Photokina this year? If so it would be nice to meet. I'm currently planning to be there on the 18th of September. Maybe we can arrange a Red Dot Forum lunch?

    Cheers,
    Pete

    I should be there.

    I think a Red Dot Forum meetup would be great!

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    Mark Gowin replied to the topic Miami Street Photography – M9 with 24mm f/1.4 Summilux in the forum Images to Share 14 years, 1 month ago

    I agree with Jack and David, I really like the bike shot. For some reason I don't know why, I also like the tilted shot with the shopping cart laying on its side. I didn't mean that comment in a derogatory manner, it's just very different than the normal types of photographs I like. So really, its a compliment.

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    David K replied to the topic Miami Street Photography – M9 with 24mm f/1.4 Summilux in the forum Images to Share 14 years, 1 month ago

    I like the bike shot too and have thought about doing something like that for a while now. Unfortunately, I'm the one driving the bike 🙂 Maybe time for a second shooter…

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    andyc replied to the topic H Adaptor S in the forum S2 14 years, 1 month ago

    Example image of H to S Adaptor and HC 300mm
    small jpeg's unfortunately
    brilliant on DNG's @ 72Mb

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    David Farkas replied to the topic Zeiss Biogon T 2.8/21mm ZM in the forum M Lenses 14 years, 1 month ago

    ski542002;2538 wrote: Hi: I'm seriously looking at this Zeiss Biogon lens for my M9 and have heard great things about it, especially at this price point. Anyone using this lens for architectural? I'm also considering the hood, to primarily reduce incidents of flare, but see the hood is very shallow. Is the hood beneficial/necessary for this…

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    Delfi_r replied to the topic Let's hear from the M4-P owners in the forum Film M Cameras 14 years, 1 month ago

    I have a mint M4-P in chrome. For sale? Perhaps, sometimes I would sell, sometimes I would keep. Send me a PM

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