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David Farkas wrote a new post, Photokina 2014: Day 1 – Leica M System 10 years, 10 months ago
I arrived at the Koelmesse this morning, headed up the familiar steps of the South Entrance and made my way to Leica’s huge booth, again occupying the entirety of Hall 1.The place is enormous with areas for each s […]
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David Farkas replied to the topic How is everyone liking the new site design? in the forum Annoucements and Site Matters 10 years, 10 months ago
Jack,
You're not exactly a New Member…. all of your previous posts and uploaded images are still here. And your post count remains. The site rating is based on a new points system which counts all involvement, not just forum posts. Pretty easy to accumulate points. Just visit the site, read some articles, post some comments, upload images or…[Read more]
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David Farkas commented on the post, Leica Announces the Leica M-P (Typ 240) Camera 10 years, 10 months ago
In reply to: Leica Store wrote a new post, Leica Announces the Leica M-P (Typ 240) Camera Today, Leica Camera has announced the new Leica M-P (Typ 240) camera in black paint and silver chrome. Similar in concept to the Leica M9-P and Leica M8.2, the Leica M-P (Typ 240) offers a number of new features and enhancements over the current Leica M (Typ 240). The new features include:- Rear LCD screen made from scratch-resistant sapphire glass
- Larger, 2GB image buffer for longer continuous shooting
- Classic Leica look with removal of red Leica dot and "M" logo
- Leica script writing on top plate
- Frame line selector lever has been added
- Info button, directional pad, and thumb wheel "blacked out" on black paint model
- Removal of "Leica Camera Made in Germany" from rear of top plate
- Scratch resistant display-cover made of sapphire glass
- Long-lasting readiness to capture due to a large double sized image buffer of 2GB
- Pure look without the Leica Logo and “M” lettering on the front side
- Manual viewfinder frame selection with the traditional ‘frame selector‘
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Hmm. Perhaps you can try watching the video a different web browser. He actually speaks quite slowly and deliberately in order to be clear.
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David Farkas commented on the post, Leica Announces S (Typ 007) Medium Format Digital SLR 10 years, 10 months ago
In reply to: Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Announces S (Typ 007) Medium Format Digital SLR Today, as part of their Photokina announcements, Leica has introduced the Leica S (Typ 007), the highly anticipated successor to the Leica S (Typ 006) medium format digital SLR camera. The S (Typ 007) features a 37.5 megapixel CMOS sensor with live view, focus peaking, HD video up to 4K, integrated Wi-Fi and GPS, and an ISO range from 200-6400. The official press release from Leica: With the Leica S (Type 007), Leica Camera AG, Wetzlar, presents the new top model of the Leica S-System. As a logical development of its predecessors, the new Leica S features a multitude of radically new components – like the Leica CMOS sensor and the Leica Maestro II image processor – and now opens up new dimensions in the field of medium-format photography. For the first time, the combination of the highest burst rate, extreme sensor sensitivity and comprehensive capture modes for still pictures – and now also video in exceptional quality – provides photographers with the opportunity to exploit the superior imaging capabilities of medium format for productions that demand maximum mobility and drive. The Leica S significantly accelerates and simplifies the photographic workflow with a multitude of features that are unique to medium-format photography – and some of them not only there. In addition to the new body, a new lens also expands the capabilities of the S-System. With regard to speed and imaging quality, the Leica Summicron-S 100 mm f/2 ASPH. telephoto portrait lens represents a new benchmark. New image sensor and new processor for increased quality and higher speed Amongst the most remarkable innovations in the Leica S are the new Leica CMOS sensor and Maestro II image processor. Thanks to these, it has been possible to enormously increase the speed and versatility of the S-System and raise it to a level that was previously unheard of in the medium-format segment. With a burst frequency of up to 3.5 frames per second, full-HD video in full-frame medium-format sensor size and 4K video recording, fast Live View mode and exceptional imaging quality at all ISO settings, the Leica S (Type 007) once again documents its status as the benchmark in the medium-format segment. The 2 GB buffer memory ensures smooth shooting of rapid sequences and, despite its more than doubled burst rate capability, the new focal plane shutter in the camera offers a further significantly increased service life of at least 150,000 cycles. Fast, predictive autofocus module for subjects in motion The revised autofocus system brings not only higher speed, but also more reliable and more precise focusing. To ensure optimum sharpness and precise tracking of moving subjects, the Leica S (Type 007) features a predictive autofocus mode: the camera registers the motion of the subject and determines the distance to it at the moment of exposure. In combination with its fascinating imaging quality and high burst rate, the Leica S sets entirely new standards for professional medium-format action photography. Integrated Wlan, GPS system and levelling aid for precision and uncomplicated workflows The Leica S is currently the only professional camera to feature an integrated GPS module that can record the geographical positioning data of the momentary location in the Exif data of the image file whenever needed, as well as automatically set the local system time. On the basis of the coordinates, appropriate software installed on a computer, for instance the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom package supplied with the camera, can display the precise location of each image on a map and register the corresponding place names as search keys for archived photos. The new dual-axis levelling aid (spirit level) displays the precise horizontal and vertical orientation of the camera in the viewfinder to allow photographers to align the subject with absolute precision and without any need for external aids. In combination with an app for smartphones and tablets, the camera’s integrated Wlan module enables remote control of the camera and remote image assessment in Live View mode to provide simpler and intuitive workflows. Optimised handling With a resolution of 921,600 pixels, a 3" diagonal, full sRGB colour space and increased contrast and brightness, the display allows optimum assessment of subjects and images in every situation. The glass plate protecting the monitor is manufactured from tough and scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass. The panel on the top deck of the Leica S has been redesigned as a trans-reflective display with a larger area and optimised information content to ensure optimum legibility – even in bright sunlight. Two new control elements on the top deck enable direct selection of Live View mode and the activation of video recording. Lifespan Leica S-Cameras are designed and constructed for many years of daily use. The new stainless-steel bayonet guarantees even greater endurance under even the toughest conditions. The Leica S (Type 007) possesses all the proven quality characteristics of the S-System. These include the large 30 × 45 mm Leica Pro Format sensor and its micro-lens layer that guarantees consistently uniform brightness from corner to corner. The camera and S-Lenses are extremely ruggedly built and sealed against environmental influences like dust and rain. The system’s unique dual-shutter concept offers photographers the choice of using the camera’s fast focal plane shutter with speeds up to 1/4000 s or the electronically controlled central shutter of the CS lenses that allows flash sync at all shutter speeds up to 1/1000 s. The ten currently available Leica S-System lenses, six of which are also available with a central shutter, offer photographers all important focal lengths and a first-class tilt/shift lens. At the same time, numerous third-party medium-format lenses can be mounted on the Leica S with adapters: for instance the Leica S-Adapter H for Hasselblad H lenses and the Leica S-Adapter C for Contax 645 lenses, both of which provide full compatibility – including autofocus, central shutter control (Hasselblad) and automatic aperture control. The Leica S is uncompromisingly built for maximum dependability in use and also features details like cable connections with strain relief, separate slots for CompactFlash and SD memory cards, further optimised energy efficiency and a scratch-resistant display. The Leica S therefore stands alone as an ideal and extremely reliable tool for achieving maximum quality results in the studio and on location under even the most unfavourable conditions. The Leica S is supplied complete with the Leica Protection Plan. The LPP offers photographers an extended warranty for a period of three years, a replacement camera to cover repair times and numerous other benefits. The launch of the Leica S (Type 007) is planned for Spring 2015. This is a HUGE update for the S-System and is one of the most significant announcements at this Photokina. You can learn more about the S (Typ 007) at Leica Store Miami's website, or you can give us a call or email us anytime.View
The sensor is a Leica/CMOSIS chip, similar in architecture to the one used in the M (Typ 240), with a 6µ pixel pitch. I'm told that the with the second generation MAESTRO II processor, we might even see better high ISO performance in the S (Typ 007) than in the M.
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David Farkas replied to the topic How is everyone liking the new site design? in the forum Annoucements and Site Matters 10 years, 10 months ago
Dale,
Yes, above all else, we needed to make sure that no data would be lost in the transition, so every post, every picture, etc. has been preserved and moved over.
As far as the design goes, we are certainly open to tweaking here and there, but we felt that the look and feel was much more modern than our previous site.
Be sure to check out…[Read more]
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David Farkas posted a new activity comment 10 years, 10 months ago
Great light and contrast. Love how her shadow is falling in the single column of light.
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David Farkas started the topic How is everyone liking the new site design? in the forum Annoucements and Site Matters 10 years, 10 months ago
We put a lot of thought into how to make Red Dot Forum even better for our users and have incorporated new, fun ways to interact. I hope everyone is enjoying the re-design and new features.
Please let me know if you have any questions, comments or suggestions on we can continue to improve Red Dot Forum.
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David Farkas posted a new activity comment 10 years, 10 months ago
Beautiful capture, Mark.
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Nice shot, Peter!
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Love the dramatic feel to this image, nice contrast too!
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David Farkas replied to the topic Another S Bag Thread :rolleyes: in the forum Leica S 10 years, 10 months ago
WPalank;8629 wrote:
Enter the Filson Magnum Collection recently released. Unfortunately, the line is not carried at the present moment by our friends in Miami. The San Francisco counterpart tells me they have tried, but the folks at Filson (or their distributor), do not seem to want to return calls.
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David Farkas replied to the topic Leica 28mm Summilux-ASPH at Photokina 2014? in the forum M Lenses 10 years, 10 months ago
I agree that this seems an obvious product introduction at Photokina, since it was already released as part of the 100 Edition M set in May.
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Great write-up David!! And the questions/answers also.
David, the part I find fascinating is the simplification of cameras comment, and the reason I love my M9. Could you ask if there is any push for simplification in the successor to the M240? Perhaps , my question is more request, so I am going to jump in with both feet. As features are added the complexity increases quickly, the M240 is feature rich and the complexity also followed. If anyone can simplify it is Leica, my frustration is the button pushing for playback with evf/screen firstly and the menu system secondly. A simplification could go something like this, attach the camera to a computer, allow choices of menu items visible/hidden. If I don't use a menu item I could then hide it and never have to deal with it, thus simplifying. Of course simplifying initially adds complexity by creating one more process but the field shooting would be simplified by less menu choices. I am sure Leica could come up with a better solution, perhaps in a firmware update?
Daryl, this is an interesting idea. I'm happy to mention it tomorrow.
David,
Always nice to read your comments on this every two year show. No one else seems to capture the feelings, as well as the insight. The metal shades on the new lenses is most welcome, but I am having a difficult time understanding how the lens cap can fit over both the lens and the shade. I must be missing something?
The great cub reporter is at it again!
Your screed is a pleasure to read and I look forward to your upcoming report on the Leica S (typ 007).
Albert
Thanks Albert. Working on it now. So much information! I spent about two hours with the product managers earlier today.
David, thank you for the show report. Lots of stuff to cover. On a side note, which camera did you use for the photos of the event?
I'm guessing X Vario Mark 😉
Peter is correct. I used the X Vario (Typ 107) for almost all of the images in the article except for a few really close-up shots where I used the D-Lux 6.
I'm pretty sure that the event images were all taken at ISO 1600.
Nice little camera, that X Vario….
David…thanks for the well written and informative report. Enjoyed reading it and look forward to the next chapter.
Excellent write-up David!
Perhaps the new MM will be like the M 60, without the LCD.
And certainly agree with Mr. Jesko von Oeynhausen comment and I quote
“From a quality perspective, there is no need for improvement”.