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David Farkas wrote a new post, Free M-Adapter-L Promotion for SL2 and SL2-S 4 years ago
Today, Leica has announced a new promotion on its SL2 and SL2-S professional mirrorless cameras. From July 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021, those purchasing a brand new SL2 or SL2-S body or bundle will receive […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware v4.1 for Leica CL Released 4 years ago
Today, Leica has released minor firmware update v4.1 for the CL mirrorless camera. This update doesn't add any new features or functionality. The release notes simply state “bug fixes.” Our guess is that these […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica M10-R Black Paint 4 years ago
Today, Leica has announced a limited run of the flagship M10-R digital rangefinder in its iconic black paint finish. The high-gloss black finish has been a favorite of Leicaphiles for decades, but since the […]
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David Farkas commented on the post, Leica SL2-S Firmware v2.0 Now Available 4 years, 1 month ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica SL2-S Firmware v2.0 Now Available When Leica launched the SL2-S mirrorless camera in December of last year, they teased many notable improvements and features which would come via a firmware update. And today, Leica has delivered on that promise […]
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Agreed! This is a game-changer for landscape photography and from-the-hip street shooting alike.
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David Farkas commented on the post, Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH 4 years, 1 month ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH Today, Leica has announced a new addition to the SL-System lens lineup. The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH, priced at just $2,795, offers photographers a slightly smaller, lighter and less expensive […]
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Construction and ergonomics are certainly different. They feel entirely different in hand, with the Leica featuring an all-metal barrel and the standard, great feel of focus and zoom rings. The Sigma feels and sounds hollow and plasticky, and has a very grindy plastic-on-plastic feel on the zoom and focus rings. And optically, based on our…[Read more]
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David Farkas commented on the post, Leica SL2-S Firmware v2.0 Now Available 4 years, 1 month ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica SL2-S Firmware v2.0 Now Available When Leica launched the SL2-S mirrorless camera in December of last year, they teased many notable improvements and features which would come via a firmware update. And today, Leica has delivered on that promise […] View
The lens firmware is already available.
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David Farkas commented on the post, New Firmware for Leica M10 and M240 Gen Cameras 4 years, 1 month ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, New Firmware for Leica M10 and M240 Gen Cameras Leica has issued new, updated firmware for the entire range of Leica M10 and M240-generation cameras. This includes the M10-R, M10-P, M10 Monochrom, M10, and M10-D from the current generation, as well as the M […]
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The ASC Edition has special firmware that includes the cine looks. There is no update for it at this time.
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David Farkas commented on the post, The Great Debate: CCD vs. CMOS – Part 2 4 years, 1 month ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, The Great Debate: CCD vs. CMOS - Part 2 Make sure you read and vote on Part 1 of the Great Debate: CCD vs. CMOS before venturing on to this test. In the first installment, I published various sets of images, each containing one shot from the Leica M9 and one from the Leica M (Typ 240). The premise was to see if I could use basic post-processing techniques in Lightroom to make an image captured with a CMOS sensor (M240) match one taken with a CCD (M9). Many have stated that there is a defining "CCD Look" and that it was impossible to achieve this with a CMOS sensor, even with processing. So, I put it up for a vote. So far, as of this writing, the results have been very interesting. Counting statistical margin of error, almost all of the images are running at a 50/50 ratio or very close to it. Of course, the images I first posted were taken in conditions favoring the M9: natural, directional light at lower ISOs. I didn't want the comparisons to be about dynamic range or low noise or artificial light performance. This was just an exercise to see if there was indeed a "CCD Look" and if such a look was only inherent in CCD-based cameras. Some have requested that I publish images under more challenging lighting conditions and with skin tones. In this second (and final) round of testing, I'm putting forth a selection of single images shot with the M9 and M240. The test this time is to see if, without a direct comparison, the "CCD Look" can be identified. Please note that I didn't take comparison shots for any of these images. I shot normally, just with two bodies. And, I didn't attempt to match to a particular look. Instead, I merely processed each file to my taste. Without further ado, please cast your votes below. Yes, I know that there are a lot of images. I wanted to give a wide variety of scenarios to gather the most accurate data possible. Answers for both Part 1 and Part 2 will be revealed, along with my analysis, in Part 3.
Cigar Store Cafe
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Washington Square Park
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Julie on Cable Car
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Yellow Tulips
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Two Guys at the Pier
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Red and White Fleet Sign
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Red Light Gauges
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Old Dial on Sub
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Sub Engine Gauges
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Battle Telephone
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SS-383 Conning Tower
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Leaving Museum
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Pier at Sunset
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Ghirardelli Square at Night
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Sunset on the Beach
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Sophia with Hat
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Angled Street
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City View out of Round Window
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Coit Tower Windows
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Coit Tower Looking Up
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Red Car
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Modern House on Lombard
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Loading Bay
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Parking
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Hallway
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Fishmonger
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Drydock
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The Embarcadero
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Roll Your Own
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Red Door
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Shadow Tree
Update (3/9/15): Part 3 is now online. Check out the answers and my analysis. ViewWhich camera was used for the above image?
Yes, I show all the answers and the data collected in Part 3 here: The Great Debate: CCD vs. CMOS – Part 3
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH 4 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica has announced a new addition to the SL-System lens lineup. The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH, priced at just $2,795, offers photographers a slightly smaller, lighter and less expensive […]
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Construction and ergonomics are certainly different. They feel entirely different in hand, with the Leica featuring an all-metal barrel and the standard, great feel of focus and zoom rings. The Sigma feels and sounds hollow and plasticky, and has a very grindy plastic-on-plastic feel on the zoom and focus rings. And optically, based on our internal head-to-head testing, the Leica offered superior results. Now, this might be purely down to Leica's more stringent quality control requirements and tighter tolerances, but that is also something that you are guaranteed to get with the Leica lens. For a full breakdown and to see the testing, check out our Red Dot Forum Camera Talk episode on the 24-70 f/2.8 lens here: https://youtu.be/IAxlRBSD2jQ
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica SL2-S Firmware v2.0 Now Available 4 years, 2 months ago
When Leica launched the SL2-S mirrorless camera in December of last year, they teased many notable improvements and features which would come via a firmware update. And today, Leica has delivered on that promise […]
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Highlight weighted metering
I want it for all Leica cameras.
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Agreed! This is a game-changer for landscape photography and from-the-hip street shooting alike.
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Did I hear correctly that Leica was going to release new firmware for the SL-2 lenses that would allow for adjustment of focus throw? I have been waiting for this but seen no announcement of such. Thanks in advance…Peter
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The lens firmware is already available.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware Update for Q2 and Q2 Monochrom Adds Pixel Mapping 4 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica has released new firmware for both the Q2 and Q2 Monochrom cameras. Firmware version 3.1 for the Q2 and version 1.1 for the Q2 Monochrom add automatic and manual pixel mapping capability. Typically […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces New Sport Optics 10-Year Passport Protection Plan and 30-Year Warranty 4 years, 3 months ago
Leica has announced what they are calling a “Best-in-Class” Passport Warranty protection on all new Leica Sport Optics products. The new Leica Passport Protection Plan is completely free and includes a fully […]
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You could get your rangefinder calibrated by Leica Customer Care in New Jersey, or DAG Camera in Wisconsin.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Price Increases on Leica CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Program 4 years, 3 months ago
Along with the upcoming April 1, 2021 price increase, Leica has announced new pricing across the board for its CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Program. Just as we reported last year, corroded M9 sensors can no […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Price Increase Coming April 1, 2021 4 years, 4 months ago
Today, Leica has announced an upcoming price increase going into effect April 1, 2021. While impacting nearly every current product, the increases are not uniform across the board. The amount will vary on a […]
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Glad I got my Q2 when I did!
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH 4 years, 4 months ago
Today, Leica has announced a new addition to the M lens lineup, the Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH. Offering uncompromising reference-class optical performance along with a new close focus functionality, the […]
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David Farkas commented on the post, Leica Firmware 2.0 Released for D-Lux 7, C-Lux and V-Lux 5 4 years, 4 months ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Firmware 2.0 Released for D-Lux 7, C-Lux and V-Lux 5 Today, Leica has released a firmware update for the full range of current Leica compact digital cameras, including the D-Lux 7, C-Lux and V-Lux 5. The headlining feature of firmware version 2.0 is the improvement […]
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Yes, you can reformat the card to remove the firmware file.
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David Farkas commented on the post, New Firmware for Leica M10 and M240 Gen Cameras 4 years, 4 months ago
In reply to: David Farkas wrote a new post, New Firmware for Leica M10 and M240 Gen Cameras Leica has issued new, updated firmware for the entire range of Leica M10 and M240-generation cameras. This includes the M10-R, M10-P, M10 Monochrom, M10, and M10-D from the current generation, as well as the M […] View
Do not try to open the firmware file on your computer by double-clicking. Just drag and drop it onto your SD card.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Q2 ‘Daniel Craig x Greg Williams' 4 years, 4 months ago
Today, Leica has announced a new limited special edition camera, the Leica Q2 ‘Daniel Craig x Greg Williams.' Based on the ever-popular Leica Q2 full frame compact camera, the camera features unique styling and […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, B&W ISO Showdown 2021: Leica Q2 Monochrom / M10 Monochrom / Q2 / M10-R 4 years, 4 months ago
Since publishing the my B&W ISO Showdown last year, a new Leica Monochrom contender has entered the ring. And it's not an M. The Q2 Monochrom is the first non-M camera to get the purely black and white treatment […]
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David, you really out did yourself on this interesting and exhaustive study. Congrats
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Great test David. Thank you for doing such an exhaustive study!
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Thank you David for another terrific monochrom test. While I am still likely to purchase the M10-M to pair with my M10-P, the Q2 Monochrom is very compelling too!
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Thanks, David. Great job as usual!
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Excellent job as usual. Your reviews are exhaustive and check all the boxes. Thank you for providing these tests.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, New Firmware for Leica M10 and M240 Gen Cameras 4 years, 4 months ago
Leica has issued new, updated firmware for the entire range of Leica M10 and M240-generation cameras. This includes the M10-R, M10-P, M10 Monochrom, M10, and M10-D from the current generation, as well as the M […]
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I viewed the video on downloading firmware updates (M 10) and it looked easy….. BUT I get this message
There is no application set to open the document “M10-P-3.21.3.50-Customer(1).FW”.
I searched the App Store …. found Leica Acquire but it was of no help.
Please help me
Manny DeNoia
rdenoia@me.com
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Do not try to open the firmware file on your computer by double-clicking. Just drag and drop it onto your SD card.
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The ASC Edition has special firmware that includes the cine looks. There is no update for it at this time.
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Just click the big red button in the article to download the firmware update to your computer.
I've downloaded the CL 2.0 and 4.0 firmware update. About to download the 4.1 update. Do I need to download each firmware update i.e. 2.1, 3.0, 3.1, etc. to ensure I capture all the updates or will downloading the latest update (4.1) capture ALL the updates?