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David Farkas wrote a new post, Apple Updates MacBook Pro to 8th Gen Processors 7 years, 1 month ago
Finally. For months, Apple users have been expecting a 2018 refresh to the MacBook Pro, last updated in 2016. And today, Apple has addressed at least some of the community's desires for the 13 inch and 15 inch […]
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David Farkas commented on the post, The Leica M10: A Discussion with Stefan Daniel and Jesko von Oeynhausen 7 years, 1 month ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, The Leica M10: A Discussion with Stefan Daniel and Jesko von Oeynhausen While I was in Germany for the Celebration of Photography Event a.k.a The M10 Launch, I had a chance to sit down for a chat with Jesko von Oeyhausen, product manager for the Leica M10, and Stefan Daniel, Global […]
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Fred,
For many M users, the M10 is the penultimate digital M, the one they've been waiting and dreaming of since the M8. Leica took user feedback into account when designing the M10. The top request was for a thinner body, with the same dimensions as a film M, and they delivered. Second most requested was an improvement in low light capability.…[Read more]
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David Farkas commented on the post, Firmware Ver 2.4.5.0 for Leica M10 Released 7 years, 2 months ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware Ver 2.4.5.0 for Leica M10 Released Today, Leica has issued a firmware update for the Leica M10. This update offers some user interface improvements, doubles the maximum long exposure time, adds a new continuous drive mode, and offers a few more […]
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Thanks for spotting that. Fixed.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, New Firmware for Leica M10, Q, CL, TL2, TL, and T 7 years, 2 months ago
Ordinarily, Leica rolls out firmware updates one camera, or at least one camera system, at a time. But for this round, multiple product teams coordinated their efforts, resulting in five cameras getting firmware […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware Ver 1.4 for Leica TL2 Released 7 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica has released updated firmware for the Leica TL2. This update adds a ton of additional functionality to the TL2, including additional customization options, focus peaking, additional video capability, […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware ver 3.0 for Leica Q Released 7 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica has issued a firmware update for the Leica Q. This update offers an extensive list of improvements and additions, including a revision of the menu layout, a new power saving mode, additional custom […]
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Richard, I cannot seem to duplicate the issue on the Q I have here with firmware 3.0 installed. If I press and hold the FN button then select Exp. Comp as the function I want, the button stays that way unless I reset the camera to factory default, or select “Default Profile” from the User Profile menu (which is basically the same as resetting the camera). Feel free to give us a call this week and we are happy to help at 305-921-4433 or email me at josh@leicastoremiami.com
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I just bought the Q-P and was having a hard time trying to connect the wifi-app in the phone/leica and you saved my life with this detailed update info! THANK YOU! It just needed the newest firmware! Thanks thanks!
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware ver 2.0 for Leica CL Released 7 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica released new firmware for the latest camera in the lineup, the Leica CL. Compared to some of the other firmware updates for other Leica cameras released today, the CL update is fairly minimal. There […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware Ver 2.4.5.0 for Leica M10 Released 7 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica has issued a firmware update for the Leica M10. This update offers some user interface improvements, doubles the maximum long exposure time, adds a new continuous drive mode, and offers a few more […]
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looks like the link to the firmware update is not working ?
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Thanks for spotting that. Fixed.
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Bit of an embarrassing situation: I have both M10 and M10R, and I just realised in the previous round of upgrade I applied, I applied carelessly the M10R update to both. So now my M10 was on 20.20.47.37, and has been running that way, but while it lets me upgrade to the new 30.22.11.52 and still runs (!) it would not take the proper M10 distribution 3.22.11.52 (maybe because 30>3?). Any suggestion welcomed
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leitzpark 3 Opening: A Celebration of Photography 7 years, 2 months ago
On Friday evening, everyone made their way back to the large black tent, the Leica Marquee, for the Celebration of Photography event. There were numerous rumors that Leica would be making product announcements at […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leitzpark 3 Opening: All things Zagato 7 years, 2 months ago
Following the success of the Leica Ultravid “Edition Zagato” binoculars in 2015, Leica again turned to the Italian automotive design house for the first special edition M10. The Leica M10 “Edition Zagato” Set was […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leitzpark 3 Opening: The Leica Company Archives 7 years, 2 months ago
Up a back staircase and through a few nondescript double doors, the Leica Company Archives house valuable documents, patents, design sketches, books, photographs, production records, prototype cameras, and more. […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces C-Lux Compact Camera with 15X Zoom 7 years, 2 months ago
At the Celebration of Photography Event in Wetzlar today, Leica has just announced a new compact digital camera. The Leica C-Lux offers a compact size with an impressive 15X optical zoom range (equivalent to 24 – […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Free M-Adapter-L with Purchase of a Leica CL 7 years, 2 months ago
Leica USA just announced a new promotion for the recently introduced Leica CL. From now until September 30, 2018, anyone who purchases a new Leica CL Body or the Leica CL Vario Kit will receive a Black Leica M […]
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They are the same. Leica changed the name of the mount when the T (Typ 701) was renamed the TL. Then came the SL, then the CL. They all have the L mount. T mount was confusing. The original Leica M Adapter-T is functionally the same as the current Leica M Adapter-L.
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David Farkas commented on the post, Essential Filters for Landscape Photography 7 years, 2 months ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Essential Filters for Landscape Photography As a landscape photographer, I’m always looking for an edge. Light is fleeting, and those elusive magical moments that we venture untold distances for often last for just an instant. In my experience, the best d […]
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I prefer to use the individual cases. They allow a little more flexibility in carrying what I might need without extra bulk. Often, I'll just pop a filter or two in the hand pocket of my shell jacket. The multi filter case would be too thick.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Stay tuned for live coverage from Leitz-Park Opening 7 years, 2 months ago
The final stage of Leitz-Park, Leica's incredible corporate campus, is now complete. Josh Lehrer and I are heading to Wetzlar, Germany next week for the Official Opening Weekend. Events start on Friday, June 15 a […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Sports Optics Prices Increasing on July 1st 7 years, 2 months ago
On July 1, 2018 Leica is increasing prices on a range of sports optics products by an average of about 5%. Affected products include Laser Rangefinders, Trinovid HD Full Size Binoculars, Ultravid HD-Plus […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Launches New SF 60 Flash and SF C1 Wireless Remote Control 7 years, 2 months ago
Back in February, Leica previewed their new flash system at the WPPI Conference in Las Vegas. Aimed at professionals, the new SF 60 flash and SF C1 wireless remote control unit add modern strobe capabilities to […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, What to Wear: The Definitive Clothing Guide for Landscape Photography 7 years, 3 months ago
Weather is unpredictable. Some of the most striking photographs are often the result of miserable conditions and braving those conditions to be in the right place and at the right time. While everyone else seeks […]
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I notice that all of your recommendations are for athletic people. I'm not built that way. I'm short and overweight. I live in the Pacific Northwest where it rains a lot but doesn't get bitterly cold. It's be hard to find a good rain shell with a hood that fits my belly. Given that overweight is a serious epidemic in the United States, why don't these manufacturers make clothes “for the rest of us?”
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John,
You are right that Arc’teryx is styled for mountain climbers who are never overweight.
The advice of what kind of items are needed is separate from what sizes you might need.
Just order the same kind of things from Hunting suppliers is my suggestion.
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David,
Excellent advice.
I suspect everyone understands the value of a rain shell or rain parka.
I would emphasize the need for rain-pants that can really handle rain.
On the trip I took with you, I sort of wondered if rain paints weren't overkill.
But then I recall one day and one location where the rain was just pouring down for hours. My camera was weatherproof fortunately, and that was the day I added rain paints to my rain jacket. The combo was truly waterproof and I learned to easily shoot in the rain. If I hadn't had the rain paints I would have literally been washed out after the first hour.
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Nigel,
There are certainly other options besides Arc'Teryx. In many cases, I make specific recommendations for these too. For example, while I love the Arc'Teryx Atom LT, the Patagonia Nano Puff is a super solid piece as well.
I'm not personally familiar with Rohan or Carinthia, but as long as they meet the same criteria, I'm sure they are fine. I do like Fjallraven and mention a few items in my article from them.
The most important take away is how a layering system works and what to look for in each layer. I've tried so many different items over the years and have found my way to what works best – for myself and many others. No, not everyone will prefer an athletic fit. But on the flip side, I tried in vain to find anything that would fit me in my local Bass Pro Shop. Every single thing fit like an oversized trash bag. So, yes, there are options for every size and shape. It's all about finding what works for each person.
As far as the camera, I shoot with the Leica S and SL for all my landscape outings. I don't worry about keeping the camera warm or dry. Not even a little bit. These cameras and lenses are built like tanks and are extremely weather resistant.
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I went with the Cerium LT jacket instead of the hoody because 1) I don't like too many hoods at the same time and 2) I often wear the Cerium LT as a travel jacket around town – the non-hooded version looks a lot more urban and less technical. The Cerium SV hood is super warm, so if the weather is cold enough to warrant wearing the SV, odds are I will want the extra warmth of the full hood. But, ultimately, yes, I like having more options.
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David Farkas commented on the post, Essential Filters for Landscape Photography 7 years, 3 months ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Essential Filters for Landscape Photography As a landscape photographer, I’m always looking for an edge. Light is fleeting, and those elusive magical moments that we venture untold distances for often last for just an instant. In my experience, the best d […] View
Jack, you need to join us for a workshop sooner rather than later!
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica M7 Film Camera Discontinued 7 years, 3 months ago
Today marks the passing of a legend, the venerable Leica M7. First introduced in 2002 as the follow-up to the M6, the Leica M7 brought a more modern aperture priority mode and electronically-controlled shutter to […]
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David,
I really appreciate your comments on this new machine, and I look forward to your decision. I am relatively happy with my mid 2014 15” MacBook Pro, and have avoided an upgrade until 32Gig Ram was finally available. I am also looking at an upgrade to my desktop and for similar money I could rationalize an iMacPro.
I know you are an agnostic on operating systems so I pay attention to your thoughts. Your comments on 4K rendering speed catch my attention.
Too bad that instead of a Leica watch, Leica doesn’t make a computer.
Jack,
I have a feeling that we won't have to wait too long for in-depth benchmarking tests on the new MBP 2018. Besides the raw numbers, I will still need to go to the Apple Store to see for myself if the slightly tweaked keyboard is any better a typing experience.
As far as a desktop goes, I think the only way to go these days is to just build your own. A quality i7-8700K 6-core build with a 30% overclock (5GHz) can be had for $2,100, even with a beefy GTX 1070Ti graphics card (faster than both the Vega 56 standard and Vega 64 top of the line option on iMac Pro). Then pick up an LG 43″ 4K monitor with 100% sRBG gamut and super accurate color for $700. Yes, 43 inches. Yes, $700.
So, for roughly half the price of the iMac Pro, you get a solid imaging workstation that chews through photos and video. Here's a quick config I threw together: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qpwwq4. You're not limited to a 27″ screen, and you can upgrade the SSD, add additional internal storage, upgrade the video card (or add a second in SLI), even change out the CPU. Half the price, with up to 50% better performance in Adobe apps. I know a lot of people like the 27″ screen, but as someone who uses a 34″ ultra-wide LG everyday, 27″ is tiny. And I'm seriously eyeing the 43″ 4K LG to gain even more screen real estate. For serious content creation, more is almost always better.
And honestly, if you didn't need a monster video editing machine, scaling back the graphics could save you a few hundred, to well under $2K. I just wanted to give an apples to apples comparison (pardon the pun). Realistically, with a $5-6K budget, you could get a tricked out Razer Blade 15 laptop (32GB RAM / 2TB SSD) for $3,500 and a desktop for $2,000-2,500. Or, just plug the 43″ monitor into the laptop and call it a day, for $4,200. All that being said…. I'm still pulling for the MacBook Pro to surprise me when reviews come out this week.
I use the new iMac PRO for lightroom/PS and it is wonderful.
Albert
Good article David. I ordered mine with the 4TB SSD today. Will report vack
Looking forward to your experience, Mark!
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I am on the fence as well. Still using my 2015 Mac pro in the field but am perplexed as to why they dropped the SD card reader???
Albert,
Apple dropped the SD card reader for the same reason as why they omitted full-size USB-A or HDMI ports, and why the keyboard has such short travel – thinness. Thinness at all costs. And, if you check out my update from today, you'll see that there seems to be a very tangible performance penalty as well.
The new 6-core Windows laptops render video as fast (or faster) than most desktops. The Gigabyte Aero 15x, Razer Blade 15, MSI GS65, and Dell XPS 15 all are able to cool the new processors and are only 1-3mm thicker than the MacBook Pro. They weigh between 4 and 4.5 lbs. Other larger gaming laptops, like the Aurus X9 are even able to run overclocked i7 and i9 processors around 5GHz and still stay under 80 deg C. This computer is no lightweight at 7 lbs and 0.9 inches thick, but certainly no where near the bulk of previous generations of gaming laptops.
Exciting news for Apple enthusiasts! The update to the MacBook Pro with 8th gen processors is a game-changer. With these new processors, we can expect even better performance and efficiency from our MacBooks.
First, I started using this MacBook for my work at the https://hrforecast.com/ company. The company purchased these MacBooks for all its employees half a year after these MacBooks went on sale.