Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
p.1344 #2Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
A few from Norway... M9 + Summaron 35. The more limited dynamic range of the M9 presents a bit of a challenge, but the files tend to allow for a fairly decent exposure lift of shadow areas so exposing for highlights works ok most of the time.
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Aug 01, 2016 at 03:22 PM
p.1344 #3Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
The Hour In-between
Lake Lugano, Panorama 3 shots, Leica S (006) - Vario Elmar S 30-90 @ 30
Zwischen Stunde by Werner Utsch, on Flickr
Aug 02, 2016 at 02:53 AM
p.1344 #4Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Trying to make it a habit to post here more. So here are just a couple from the past few days. M240 and Zeiss Biogon 35mm f/2
Aug 02, 2016 at 09:00 AM
p.1344 #5Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
A steamy tree, with HP5+/Green filter
Aug 02, 2016 at 06:56 PM
p.1344 #6Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
At the beach a few weeks ago with the same friends from the previous 'digging for treasure' set...
M240 & 28 Lux
M240 & 28 Lux
Aug 03, 2016 at 09:50 AM
p.1344 #7Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Whew! Getting wet with the 28 Lux! Love it!
Aug 03, 2016 at 10:51 AM
p.1344 #8Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Thanks Abram. My philosophy is why have the gear if you aren't going go use it. 
That said, of course I was careful wading out into the water with the camera and protective of my gear where we were camped out on the beach to minimize sand getting in the camera bag, etc. (it was quite windy - beach umbrellas were at times taking flight).
M240 & 28 Lux.
That said, of course I was careful wading out into the water with the camera and protective of my gear where we were camped out on the beach to minimize sand getting in the camera bag, etc. (it was quite windy - beach umbrellas were at times taking flight).
M240 & 28 Lux.
Aug 03, 2016 at 11:04 AM
p.1344 #9Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
I'd be careful with the M240 near salt water. One of the M cameras I sold to a guy was because he had his M240 on a boat taking images of the waves and some sea spray got him (slightly) and he shielded his camera from most of the spray. And went back inside to give the camera a wipe down with a damp rag. Didn't think about it, and a few hours later the camera was dead. He sent it to Leica Germany (still under warranty) and they told him "waterproof" does not mean salt water. So his repair bill was higher then the cost of buying my camera off of me. Hence me meeting him and him telling me this cautionary story.
Me, I've had pretty good luck in the water proof dept. I've taken my gear out in monsoons and it's been fine (M/SL). Though not salt water, so maybe it makes a difference. The first week I bought the SL I got caught in a monsoon/flooding that almost swept me away, and my SL+Zoom was fine. There was so much water it's as if I was swimming with the camera. So credit to Leica there.
Anyway, nice images guys.. I've been so annoyed with Leica I haven't been in the mood to edit any shots recently. Though I do have a backlog, so I'll get to them eventually!!
Me, I've had pretty good luck in the water proof dept. I've taken my gear out in monsoons and it's been fine (M/SL). Though not salt water, so maybe it makes a difference. The first week I bought the SL I got caught in a monsoon/flooding that almost swept me away, and my SL+Zoom was fine. There was so much water it's as if I was swimming with the camera. So credit to Leica there.
Anyway, nice images guys.. I've been so annoyed with Leica I haven't been in the mood to edit any shots recently. Though I do have a backlog, so I'll get to them eventually!!
Aug 03, 2016 at 11:38 AM
p.1344 #10Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Picked up a pretty mint M9. Not sure I'm going to keep it as I have eyes for a 262 for color work, but I am REALLY impressed by the image quality at lower ISOs.
M9 + 50mm for the first one. MM + 50mm for the second.
M9 + 50mm for the first one. MM + 50mm for the second.
Aug 03, 2016 at 02:20 PM
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p.1344 #11Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Looks good Chuck. It's good to 1600.
Looks like the sf64 flash is finally available. I have a couple 58s.
Looks like the sf64 flash is finally available. I have a couple 58s.
Aug 03, 2016 at 02:48 PM
p.1344 #12Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Allen, those SF 64 seems very pricey. I'm keeping my SF 58. I actually like my SF20 with the Ms.. Fast recharge and very compact.
Aug 03, 2016 at 04:03 PM
p.1344 #13Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Hey Joe,
I use mine for pro work only. For me, I never use flash.
I think thats about the same price the 58s were when the were new. Bought both of mine used.
I use mine for pro work only. For me, I never use flash.
I think thats about the same price the 58s were when the were new. Bought both of mine used.
Aug 03, 2016 at 05:59 PM
p.1344 #15Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Steve, keep us posted on the M240 repair. I'm curious to know how long Leica takes to turn it around. I've been told they supposedly try to expedite M240s relative to everything else. Not sure if that's true in practice.
Adam, thanks for the warning. Of course, around saltwater I'd be even more cautious... But these were freshwater at Grand Bend on Lake Huron. I've had the M240 get somewhat wet when caught in the rain. Haven't really pampered it that much. Knock on wood, so far OK.
A few 28 Lux at near wide open... maybe around f/2? Don't remember exactly...
This one was probably around MFD and f/11... just like the feel of it - color, tonality...
Adam, thanks for the warning. Of course, around saltwater I'd be even more cautious... But these were freshwater at Grand Bend on Lake Huron. I've had the M240 get somewhat wet when caught in the rain. Haven't really pampered it that much. Knock on wood, so far OK.
A few 28 Lux at near wide open... maybe around f/2? Don't remember exactly...
This one was probably around MFD and f/11... just like the feel of it - color, tonality...
Aug 03, 2016 at 10:42 PM
p.1344 #16Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
The SF-64 is a bit annoying in my opinion since it has a touch screen interface that really wasn't implemented well. The interface is terrible and when selecting things you need to centre them before you're able to pick them and the touch screen is really not of a high quality.
Sort of like when Sekonic Light meters went from hand held with buttons everywhere to a big touch screen. Terrible move then, and terrible move now.
As for what's better? I think the SF-64 is a better flash, but the SF-58 is still easier to use/navigate.
Both flashes won't stand the test of time. My two SF-58 flashes already feel very loose in my limited usage. And the SF-64 seems to be built in the same way. Though I can't find fault in the colour and output of light. In fact I've only owned the SF-64 about 2+ months and it's starting to loosen up already (very slightly though).
Sort of like when Sekonic Light meters went from hand held with buttons everywhere to a big touch screen. Terrible move then, and terrible move now.
As for what's better? I think the SF-64 is a better flash, but the SF-58 is still easier to use/navigate.
Both flashes won't stand the test of time. My two SF-58 flashes already feel very loose in my limited usage. And the SF-64 seems to be built in the same way. Though I can't find fault in the colour and output of light. In fact I've only owned the SF-64 about 2+ months and it's starting to loosen up already (very slightly though).
Aug 03, 2016 at 10:44 PM
p.1344 #17Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
rscheffler wrote:
Steve, keep us posted on the M240 repair. I'm curious to know how long Leica takes to turn it around. I've been told they supposedly try to expedite M240s relative to everything else. Not sure if that's true in practice.
Adam, thanks for the warning. Of course, around saltwater I'd be even more cautious... But these were freshwater at Grand Bend on Lake Huron. I've had the M240 get somewhat wet when caught in the rain. Haven't really pampered it that much. Knock on wood, so far OK.
A few 28 Lux at near wide open... maybe around f/2? Don't remember...Show more →
Yeah, I figured you were around freshwater. But good to keep in mind. I was in Amalfi and on the Amalfi coast for a few days and waded into the water a few times with my SL+Zoom. But was very wary of splashing children after hearing the story from the fellow about the salt water spray. I even went through the trouble of washing my hands after getting them wet in the sea and then after cleaned the camera just to be safe.
Since I'm talking and not posting... Here's a quick shot of the Amalfi w/SL+Zoom:
Steve, keep us posted on the M240 repair. I'm curious to know how long Leica takes to turn it around. I've been told they supposedly try to expedite M240s relative to everything else. Not sure if that's true in practice.
Adam, thanks for the warning. Of course, around saltwater I'd be even more cautious... But these were freshwater at Grand Bend on Lake Huron. I've had the M240 get somewhat wet when caught in the rain. Haven't really pampered it that much. Knock on wood, so far OK.
A few 28 Lux at near wide open... maybe around f/2? Don't remember...Show more →
Yeah, I figured you were around freshwater. But good to keep in mind. I was in Amalfi and on the Amalfi coast for a few days and waded into the water a few times with my SL+Zoom. But was very wary of splashing children after hearing the story from the fellow about the salt water spray. I even went through the trouble of washing my hands after getting them wet in the sea and then after cleaned the camera just to be safe.
Since I'm talking and not posting... Here's a quick shot of the Amalfi w/SL+Zoom:
Aug 03, 2016 at 10:53 PM
p.1344 #18Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
adamdewilde wrote:
The SF-64 is a bit annoying in my opinion since it has a touch screen interface that really wasn't implemented well. The interface is terrible and when selecting things you need to centre them before you're able to pick them and the touch screen is really not of a high quality.
Sort of like when Sekonic Light meters went from hand held with buttons everywhere to a big touch screen. Terrible move then, and terrible move now.
As for what's better? I think the SF-64 is a better flash, but the SF-58 is still easier to use/navigate.
Both flashes won't...Show more →
My sf 58s are no more or less durable than my old Metz 58s or my old Canon 580s. I had the Metz for 5 years and the 580s for almost a decade.
I haven't seen the 64 yet so I can't comment one way to the other.
The SF-64 is a bit annoying in my opinion since it has a touch screen interface that really wasn't implemented well. The interface is terrible and when selecting things you need to centre them before you're able to pick them and the touch screen is really not of a high quality.
Sort of like when Sekonic Light meters went from hand held with buttons everywhere to a big touch screen. Terrible move then, and terrible move now.
As for what's better? I think the SF-64 is a better flash, but the SF-58 is still easier to use/navigate.
Both flashes won't...Show more →
My sf 58s are no more or less durable than my old Metz 58s or my old Canon 580s. I had the Metz for 5 years and the 580s for almost a decade.
I haven't seen the 64 yet so I can't comment one way to the other.
Aug 04, 2016 at 05:40 AM
p.1344 #19Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Leica has a camera specifically designed for use in the water, the X-U
Aug 04, 2016 at 06:12 AM
p.1344 #20Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
airfrogusmc wrote:
Sort of like when Sekonic Light meters went from hand held with buttons everywhere to a big touch screen. Terrible move then, and terrible move now.
As for what's better? I think the SF-64 is a better flash, but the SF-58 is still easier to use/navigate.
Both flashes won't stand the test of time. My two SF-58 flashes already feel very loose in my limited usage. And the SF-64 seems to be built in the same way. Though I can't find fault in the colour and output of light. In fact I've only owned the SF-64 about 2+ months and it's starting to loosen up already (very slightly though).My sf 58s are no more or less durable than my old Metz 58s or my old Canon 580s. I had the Metz for 5 years and the 580s for almost a decade.
I haven't seen the 64 yet so I can't comment one way to the other.
Hmmm... Maybe I'm a bit harder on my gear. My 580s lasted forever, my SF-58 flashes started getting floppy really quickly (within the year). And the SF-64 feels of the same build quality. My SB-910s have lasted, especially after how much I've used them.
adamdewilde wrote
The SF-64 is a bit annoying in my opinion since it has a touch screen interface that really wasn't implemented well. The interface is terrible and when selecting things you need to centre them before you're able to pick them and the touch screen is really not of a high quality.Sort of like when Sekonic Light meters went from hand held with buttons everywhere to a big touch screen. Terrible move then, and terrible move now.
As for what's better? I think the SF-64 is a better flash, but the SF-58 is still easier to use/navigate.
Both flashes won't stand the test of time. My two SF-58 flashes already feel very loose in my limited usage. And the SF-64 seems to be built in the same way. Though I can't find fault in the colour and output of light. In fact I've only owned the SF-64 about 2+ months and it's starting to loosen up already (very slightly though).
I haven't seen the 64 yet so I can't comment one way to the other.
Hmmm... Maybe I'm a bit harder on my gear. My 580s lasted forever, my SF-58 flashes started getting floppy really quickly (within the year). And the SF-64 feels of the same build quality. My SB-910s have lasted, especially after how much I've used them.
Aug 04, 2016 at 10:35 AM