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    David Farkas commented on the post, Leica SL (Typ 601) Firmware Version 2.2 Released 8 years, 11 months ago

    In reply to: Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica SL (Typ 601) Firmware Version 2.2 Released Today, Leica has released firmware version 2.2 for the SL (Typ 601) mirrorless full-frame digital camera. The new firmware offers stability and performance improvements along with compatibility for the latest […] View

    You're not crazy at all. The SL is fantastic. Have you read our full review of the SL?

    Leica SL (Typ 601) – A Professional Mirrorless Camera

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    David Farkas commented on the post, Photokina 2016 – Interview with Stephan Schulz, Director of Leica's Professional Business Unit 9 years ago

    In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Photokina 2016 - Interview with Stephan Schulz, Director of Leica's Professional Business Unit Towards the end of Photokina, I sat down with Stephan Schulz, the global director of Leica's new Business Unit Professional. We talked about what this new professional business unit would mean for customers, […] View

    I agree that the focus system failures on S lenses are troubling. Leica is actively working on a permanent fix for the issue. Keep in mind, though, that when a solution is implemented, Leica wants to be sure that the new part(s) will last in the long run. This is why high repetition QC testing is required to verify greater longevity and long-term…[Read more]

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    David Farkas commented on the post, Leica Announces New TL Camera 9 years ago

    In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces New TL Camera Today, Leica announced the replacement for the T (Typ 701): the Leica TL. The new TL camera, which comes in at a price of $1,695, is almost identical to the original T launched two years ago. Same unibody […] View

    That is correct. The TL has a 1.5X crop factor relative to full frame 35mm.

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces Special Edition APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH in Red Anodized Finish 9 years, 1 month ago

    Leica has announced a special edition APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH in red anodized finish. Limited to just 100 pieces worldwide, the special edition lens will come with a unique gray leather lens case and will […]

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    David Farkas commented on the post, A look at the New Leica Q (Typ 116) Titanium Gray 9 years, 1 month ago

    In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, A look at the New Leica Q (Typ 116) Titanium Gray The new Leica Q (Typ 116) Titanium Gray has just started to ship in the US. We got our hands on one and took the opportunity to do a quick unboxing vide, comparing it to the standard Leica Q (Typ 116) in black. […] View

    I didn't show any flash bracket in the Q video. Could you please clarify?

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    David Farkas commented on the post, Leica Announces New TL Camera 9 years, 1 month ago

    In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces New TL Camera Today, Leica announced the replacement for the T (Typ 701): the Leica TL. The new TL camera, which comes in at a price of $1,695, is almost identical to the original T launched two years ago. Same unibody […] View

    Yeah, S lenses would probably look immense on the TL. The crop factor calculation is the same as any other lens. So, a 35 S lens would behave the same way a 35 TL lens or 35 M lens would on the TL sensor, roughly equating to a 50mm FOV.

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    David Farkas commented on the post, Setting a new standard with Leica SL Lenses: A discussion with Peter Karbe at Photokina 2016 9 years, 1 month ago

    In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Setting a new standard with Leica SL Lenses: A discussion with Peter Karbe at Photokina 2016 When I showed up for my meeting with Steffen Skopp, the product manager of the SL System, he greeted me and said, "I hope you don't mind, but I invited Peter Karbe to join us for our discussion." How could I […] View

    The 50 Lux SL is somewhat large, but not especially heavy. It balances really nicely with the SL. The Summicron SL lenses at the show were just design mock-ups – no glass inside. But, they will certainly be smaller and lighter than either the zooms or the 50 Lux.

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, A look at the Leica Sofort Instant Camera 9 years, 1 month ago

    As I posted yesterday, Leica shipped the first batch of Sofort instant cameras here in the US. We were able to get our hands on one and do a quick unboxing video, which is embedded below. Be sure to make the […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Sofort Instant Camera Starts Shipping in the USA 9 years, 1 month ago

    Leica has started shipping the Sofort Instant Camera to dealers here in the US. The camera will be hitting dealers' shelves tomorrow on Thursday, November 10. Right now, just the white Sofort will be ava […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces New TL Camera 9 years, 1 month ago

    Today, Leica announced the replacement for the T (Typ 701): the Leica TL.

    The new TL camera, which comes in at a price of $1,695, is almost identical to the original T launched two years ago. Same unibody […]

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      David Farkas replied 9 years, 1 month ago

      Yeah, S lenses would probably look immense on the TL. The crop factor calculation is the same as any other lens. So, a 35 S lens would behave the same way a 35 TL lens or 35 M lens would on the TL sensor, roughly equating to a 50mm FOV.

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      Lyndale Pettus replied 9 years, 1 month ago

      I was somewhat saddened to learn that I bought the T system a camera that was discountinued which I found out totally by accident from a friend who called me to buy the same camera, since I had touted the camera with so many accolades. I'm so glad that Leica has developed a newer model with the new features on the TL.

      My ultimate plan is to create a book of my incredible summer with my Leica T…now if I can trade up all will be forgiven 🙂

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      David Farkas replied 9 years ago

      That is correct. The TL has a 1.5X crop factor relative to full frame 35mm.

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, A look at the New Leica Q (Typ 116) Titanium Gray 9 years, 1 month ago

    The new Leica Q (Typ 116) Titanium Gray has just started to ship in the US. We got our hands on one and took the opportunity to do a quick unboxing vide, comparing it to the standard Leica Q (Typ 116) in black. […]

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      David Farkas replied 9 years, 1 month ago

      I didn't show any flash bracket in the Q video. Could you please clarify?

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware Version 4.1.0.0 for Leica S (Typ 007) Released 9 years, 1 month ago

    Leica just released new firmware for the S (Typ 007). This firmware fixes a bug that affected Live View photo and Video mode in version 4.0.0.0. Download the latest firmware update in the Owner's Area of the Leica […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Video: How to Update Firmware on the Leica Q (Typ 116) 9 years, 1 month ago

    We just posted a short how-to video walking through the firmware update process step-by-step for the Leica Q (Typ 116). This three minute video should hopefully answer some of the most common questions we get […]

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    David Farkas commented on the post, Leica S (Typ 007) Review 9 years, 1 month ago

    In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica S (Typ 007) Review It’s official. Leica has just started delivering the world’s fastest medium format digital camera, and perhaps the most advanced. When I met with the product managers for the new S (Typ 007) at Photokina, I was […] View

    For working professionals, tools of the trade are offset by income. For amateurs, we all have our passions and priorities. Many people will spend much more than this on cars, motorcycles, musical instruments, cruises, ski vacations, fishing boats, etc. For those who love photography and appreciate top quality gear, the Leica S is an amazing tool…[Read more]

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    David Farkas commented on the post, Leica Offers Special Lease Program for Professional Photographers 9 years, 1 month ago

    In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Offers Special Lease Program for Professional Photographers Leica Professional has partnered with Marlin Equipment Finance to offer a special lease program for new Leica S-System and Leica SL-System purchases. The lease program features a 1.9% APR for 36 months, with a $ […] View

    As far as I know, this is a USA-only program at this point.

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Offers Special Lease Program for Professional Photographers 9 years, 2 months ago

    Leica Professional has partnered with Marlin Equipment Finance to offer a special lease program for new Leica S-System and Leica SL-System purchases. The lease program features a 1.9% APR for 36 months, with a $ […]

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      Wild Light replied 9 years, 1 month ago

      Will this be available in other countries?

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        David Farkas replied 9 years, 1 month ago

        As far as I know, this is a USA-only program at this point.

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces Q (Typ 116) Titanium Gray 9 years, 2 months ago

    Today, Leica has announced a cool looking variation of the insanely popular Q (Typ 116): the Leica Q (Typ 116) Titanium Gray. It features the same successful combo of full-frame 24MP sensor, 28mm f/1.7 Summilux […]

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 – The Compact Classic Reborn 9 years, 2 months ago

    Today, Leica has announced the 28mm Summaron-M f/5.6 lens for the Leica M system. The lens is more than just a throwback to a classic design from the mid 1950s. It is a lens from the 1950s, at least optically, […]

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    David Farkas commented on the post, Novoloflex Announces Nikon Autofocus Adapter for Leica SL 9 years, 2 months ago

    In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Novoloflex Announces Nikon Autofocus Adapter for Leica SL Just ahead of Photokina 2016, Novoflex has announced a Nikon to Leica SL adapter, the SL/NIK, that will provide full autofocus and aperture control from the SL camera for E-type NIKKOR lenses. Many users were […] View

    Because Nikon G lenses use a mechanical cam actuator for aperture control, you wouldn't be able to electronically control aperture from the SL via the adapter. Only the NikonE lenses have electronically controlled aperture systems, so these are the ones that are officially supported and which feature full functionality.

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    David Farkas wrote a new post, Photokina 2016 – The Leica SL System 9 years, 2 months ago

    With Leica's new focus on professional imaging and nothing new announced for the flagship medium format Leica S System, the Leica SL was the unofficial star of this past Photokina. The Leica S (Typ 007) launched […]

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