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Why I Use Auto ISO on Leica Cameras (and Why You Should Too)
RedDotForum April 27, 2025 12:09 pm
In this video, Leica Specialist Colin McKinley explains how to customize the Auto-ISO settings on your Leica camera to streamline your photographic process.  As ISO performance has improved dramatically in recent years, Auto-ISO has become an essential part of the pro photographer’s toolkit.  By allowing the camera to make the same decisions you would already be making, it frees you up to spend more time focusing on capturing the moment.
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Why I Use Auto ISO on Leica Cameras (and Why You Should Too)
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In this week's Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas are diving deep into the Leica FOTOS app. They'll walk through the pairing process for the entire range of current Leica digital cameras, including the Q3, SL3, M11, D-Lux and Sofort 2, then demonstrate remote camera control, transferring photos, loading Leica Looks, and even printing on the go. Feel free to hit us up with questions beforehand by emailing questions@reddotforum.com, or ask us live in the chat.Also, please take a moment to fill out our super quick survey so we can see how many of our viewers are using the FOTOS app and with what cameras.https://leicastoremiami.typeform.com/to/oJRb3eCdMissed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.com.Check out David's personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlzSign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: The Leica FOTOS App
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In this week's Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas are back for another Ask Us Anything session. Instead of focusing on a single camera system, lens line or specific topics like we usually do, we're taking any and all questions. Ask us about Leica cameras and lenses, new and old, shooting and focusing techniques, or whatever you might be curious about that we can answer for you. Feel free to hit us up with questions beforehand by emailing questions@reddotforum.com, or ask us live in the chat.Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.com.Check out David's personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlzSign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Ask Us Anything - Round 8 (The Ocho)
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Join professional aviation and automotive photographer Evan Lewis as he ventures into the untamed Alaskan wilderness to capture stunning images of aircraft, using the Leica SL System. Teaming up with photographer and photo guide Colin McKinley, they explore iconic locations like Denali, Ruth Glacier, and the mighty Knik River, bringing you an inside look at the art of aviation photography in America’s last frontier. Evan shares some of his tricks on how to capture these incredible images.📩 What do you think of Evan's work? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!📌 Check out more Leica news, reviews, and in-depth technical articles at https://RedDotForum.com👉 Like, Subscribe & Hit the Notification Bell 🔔 to stay updated on the latest Leica tips and tricks!Support Red Dot Forum
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Aviation Photography in Alaska with Evan Lewis and the Leica SL3
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In this week's Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas are taking a fresh in-depth look at the Leica M System. With new camera and lens introductions along with updated firmware features over the last couple years, the M System is definitely worth revisiting. They'll cover the outstanding M11-P, M11, M11-D and M11 Monochrom cameras, the exceptional range of existing M glass and new releases, recent firmware improvements, as well their top tips to get the most out of the M System.Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.============================
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CCD Corrosion Upgrade Program: https://rdf.to/CCD-Upgrade-2024
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Leica M11-P Introduced: https://rdf.to/M11-P-Announced
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Leica M11 Monochrom Introduced: https://rdf.to/M11M-Introduced
Leica M11 and Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH Introduced in Glossy Black Paint: https://rdf.to/glossy-black
Leica Adds Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 Version 1 ‘Steel Rim’ to Classic Lineup: https://rdf.to/35-Lux-SteelRim-Intro
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica M System - 2025/ Where are we now?
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Join professional photographer and photo guide Colin McKinley from Red Dot Forum as he reveals a hidden feature in Leica SL cameras that will dramatically improve your landscape photography. Using native L-mount lenses, this live DOF readout feature helps you master depth of field and ensure sharp focus from foreground to background.What You’ll Learn in This Video:- Where to focus for optimal landscape shots
- How Leica’s built-in distance scale simplifies the process
- The difference in depth of field at various focal lengths
- How to change the distance unit from meters to feet
- The impact of focus distance on overall sharpness📩 Have questions? Drop them in the comments below!📌 Check out more Leica news, reviews, and in-depth technical articles at https://RedDotForum.com👉 Like, Subscribe & Hit the Notification Bell 🔔 to stay updated on the latest Leica tips and tricks!Support Red Dot Forum
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0:00 - Introduction
0:49 - Explaining Depth of Field with an M Lens
1:23 - Understanding Front and Back Focus – How distance scales help
2:00 - Distance Scale on SL Autofocus Lenses
2:32 - Switching Distance Units (Meters to Feet)
3:12 - Applying This for Landscape Photography
3:26 - How Focal Length Affects Depth of Field
4:06 - Maximizing Depth of Field
4:46 - Final Thoughts & Summary#Leica #LeicaSL #LandscapePhotography #PhotographyTips #RedDotForum
Leica SL Distance Scale Explained: Improve Your Landscape Photography with This Hidden Feature
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