Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
p.1466 #1Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
edwardkaraa wrote:
Speaking of film, I like your Natura 1600 shots. Nice shots overall BTW. But about the film itself, I actually don't know how much editing of the colours you did on the computer (as they look great when you use the film).. But I find most Fuji film to be way to green. And in the case of Natura 1600 it's really finicky with exposures. You kinda have to get it spot on, or over exposed. Under exposing and the blacks go bad and needs a LOT of work on the computer afterwards (assuming you're scanning negs). I don't use Natura.
Your shots look good (from a purely film stock perspective), so I'm curious how much PP went into the shots. Maybe your Lab is better than mine
Again, great images overall film stock aside! I quite like the happy barber and the expression from the tailor.Thank you very much Adam!
The Natura 1600 to my eyes is surprisingly fine grained, and for sure has a very low contrast. I don't know how finicky it is about underexposure, I did get two unusable shots in this roll but I'm sure they were underexposed by at least 2 stops. Speaking of labs, I found that I get better results with my new scanner (primefilm XE) and silverfast software (included) than the best local pro labs. The software has a negative scanning app with film profiles for most common emulsions. I only adjust contrast and exposure, and select...Show more →
Edward - how long approximately does it take you to scan 36?
adamdewilde wrote
edwardkaraa wrote
A few scans from my latest roll of Fuji Natura 1600.Your shots look good (from a purely film stock perspective), so I'm curious how much PP went into the shots. Maybe your Lab is better than mine
Again, great images overall film stock aside! I quite like the happy barber and the expression from the tailor.
The Natura 1600 to my eyes is surprisingly fine grained, and for sure has a very low contrast. I don't know how finicky it is about underexposure, I did get two unusable shots in this roll but I'm sure they were underexposed by at least 2 stops. Speaking of labs, I found that I get better results with my new scanner (primefilm XE) and silverfast software (included) than the best local pro labs. The software has a negative scanning app with film profiles for most common emulsions. I only adjust contrast and exposure, and select...Show more →
Edward - how long approximately does it take you to scan 36?
Jun 22, 2017 at 06:55 PM
p.1466 #2Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
adamdewilde wrote:
...I think she knows I'll never use the M-A.
That's why you should obviously get an M3.
...I think she knows I'll never use the M-A.
That's why you should obviously get an M3.
Jun 22, 2017 at 07:55 PM
p.1466 #3Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Gary Clennan wrote:
edwardkaraa wrote
adamdewilde wrote
edwardkaraa wrote
A few scans from my latest roll of Fuji Natura 1600.Your shots look good (from a purely film stock perspective), so I'm curious how much PP went into the shots. Maybe your Lab is better than mine
Again, great images overall film stock aside! I quite like the happy barber and the expression from the tailor.
The Natura 1600 to my eyes is surprisingly fine grained, and for sure has a very low contrast. I don't know how finicky it is about underexposure, I did get two unusable shots in this roll but I'm sure they were underexposed by at least 2 stops. Speaking of labs, I found that I get better results with my new scanner (primefilm XE) and silverfast software (included) than the best local pro labs. The software has a negative scanning app with film profiles for most common emulsions. I only adjust contrast and exposure, and select between auto or no auto color. I did notice Natura required more contrast boost than with other films, and the colors are more muted but I didn't change that since I religiously don't mess with film color
I think about 2.5-3 hours including some adjustments, trying different film profiles... etc, so basically deliberately slow. It takes 2 minutes to scan a frame without adjustments.
Jun 22, 2017 at 08:41 PM
p.1466 #4Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
http://worldlandscapearchitect.com/tiger-turtle-magic-mountain-duisburg-germany-heike-mutter-ulrich-genth/
Jun 23, 2017 at 01:26 AM
p.1466 #5Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
I don't know.. Call me crazy but I kinda like the M4-P with the weird lower down Leica logo.
Oh and I'm probably just going to pickup an M10 so no film for me
Oh and I'm probably just going to pickup an M10 so no film for me
Jun 23, 2017 at 04:49 AM
p.1466 #6Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Honky Tonk by Werner Utsch, on Flickr
Monochrom, Noctilux 1/1.0 Duotoned
Jun 23, 2017 at 05:46 AM
p.1466 #7Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Leica M246 + SEM21. Very happy with this combo!
Leica Super-Elmar 21/3.4 - Mong Kok
Jun 23, 2017 at 10:31 AM
p.1466 #8Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
adamdewilde wrote:
But I love the romantic intent.. And I love seeing you guys shoot film. Really does inspire me to want to buy an M-A (besides they look sexy).
You should buy and use an M-A. I feel like there's only a handful of us actually doing so haha. I love my M-A!
Mine's usually loaded with Tri-X or HP5 but I'm trying some Bergger 400 right now that a friend gave me.
I've been all over the map trying to figure out what lenses I want to use on my Leicas and I think I've finally cracked it (for me). I landed on the 28 Elmarit ASPH and 50 Summarit f/2.4. To me they both have the best balance of handling / performance on both my M240 and M-A so I'm pretty happy with the setup finally.
Still have the 35 Summilux Pre-Asph which I adore the rendering style of but I'm just not into 35mm lenses right now for whatever reason. I also recently acquired a Nikon FM3A with the 45mm pancake (I know. I'm a traitor!) but man is that a sweet mechanical SLR.
Been super busy with new clients and planning my wedding and all that so I haven't had a ton of time to shoot but I'll contribute as soon as I can!
But I love the romantic intent.. And I love seeing you guys shoot film. Really does inspire me to want to buy an M-A (besides they look sexy).
You should buy and use an M-A. I feel like there's only a handful of us actually doing so haha. I love my M-A!
Mine's usually loaded with Tri-X or HP5 but I'm trying some Bergger 400 right now that a friend gave me.
I've been all over the map trying to figure out what lenses I want to use on my Leicas and I think I've finally cracked it (for me). I landed on the 28 Elmarit ASPH and 50 Summarit f/2.4. To me they both have the best balance of handling / performance on both my M240 and M-A so I'm pretty happy with the setup finally.
Still have the 35 Summilux Pre-Asph which I adore the rendering style of but I'm just not into 35mm lenses right now for whatever reason. I also recently acquired a Nikon FM3A with the 45mm pancake (I know. I'm a traitor!) but man is that a sweet mechanical SLR.
Been super busy with new clients and planning my wedding and all that so I haven't had a ton of time to shoot but I'll contribute as soon as I can!
Jun 23, 2017 at 10:42 AM
p.1466 #9Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
AbramG wrote:
You should buy and use an M-A. I feel like there's only a handful of us actually doing so haha. I love my M-A!
Mine's usually loaded with Tri-X or HP5 but I'm trying some Bergger 400 right now that a friend gave me.
I've been all over the map trying to figure out what lenses I want to use on my Leicas and I think I've finally cracked it (for me). I landed on the 28 Elmarit ASPH and 50 Summarit f/2.4. To me they both have the best balance of handling / performance on both my M240 and...Show more →
Hahah... Killing me. But those M-As do look really sexy!!
adamdewilde wrote
But I love the romantic intent.. And I love seeing you guys shoot film. Really does inspire me to want to buy an M-A (besides they look sexy).Mine's usually loaded with Tri-X or HP5 but I'm trying some Bergger 400 right now that a friend gave me.
I've been all over the map trying to figure out what lenses I want to use on my Leicas and I think I've finally cracked it (for me). I landed on the 28 Elmarit ASPH and 50 Summarit f/2.4. To me they both have the best balance of handling / performance on both my M240 and...Show more →
Hahah... Killing me. But those M-As do look really sexy!!
Jun 23, 2017 at 02:08 PM
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p.1466 #11Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Dang it. Every time I think I'm going to sell my 35 Summilux I process some film and look at the results and fall in love with it again. It's just one of those lenses that has a really special rendering aesthetic, but I feel like I've been struggling with the focal length.
All on the same roll of Tri-X, M-A and 35 Summilux Pre-Asph
Jurassic Park. by Abram Goglanian, on Flickr
Hay. by Abram Goglanian, on Flickr
Another please. by Abram Goglanian, on Flickr
Untitled. by Abram Goglanian, on Flickr
All on the same roll of Tri-X, M-A and 35 Summilux Pre-Asph
Jurassic Park. by Abram Goglanian, on FlickrHay. by Abram Goglanian, on FlickrAnother please. by Abram Goglanian, on FlickrUntitled. by Abram Goglanian, on FlickrJun 23, 2017 at 09:12 PM
p.1466 #12Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
airfrogusmc wrote:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/airfrogusmc034/L1003042_zpsvadcmhnx.jpg
Great portrait, Allen! There is also a really strong three dimensional rendering that I find very interesting.
Jun 23, 2017 at 09:47 PM
p.1466 #13Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
edwardkaraa wrote:
Great portrait, Allen! There is also a really strong three dimensional rendering that I find very interesting.
Agreed!! The combo of the lovely lighting and vignette work really well. Have every intention of stealing this setup and processing..
Gordon
airfrogusmc wrote
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/airfrogusmc034/L1003042_zpsvadcmhnx.jpgAgreed!! The combo of the lovely lighting and vignette work really well. Have every intention of stealing this setup and processing..
Gordon
Jun 24, 2017 at 01:16 AM
p.1466 #14Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Thanks Edward and Gordon. This is the way I shoot my formal executives. One key light. 30 X 40 soft box. In REAL close feathered and a white reflector for fill. Subject 7 ft from background. Background light with home made modifier to enhance the spot. Spot helps keep separation between BG and dark jackets and dark hair. 10 X 20 ft gray muslin. Vignette added in post also to further enhance spot. 1/180 ISO 100 and 75mm 2.5 summarit at 2.8.
I kinda stole it from Monty Zucker.
I kinda stole it from Monty Zucker.
Jun 24, 2017 at 07:09 AM
p.1466 #15Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Some like cats, I like cars
Leica M3 | Leica Summilux 50 Asph | Fuji 400H Pro | The BMW
Leica M3 | Leica Summilux 50 Asph | Fuji 400H Pro | The Taxi
Ole
Ole
Jun 24, 2017 at 08:53 AM
p.1466 #16Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
So Ole I take it you've changed out some of your lenses too? You went faster and I went slower 
Jun 24, 2017 at 09:01 AM
p.1466 #17Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Yeah, but just a few
Buying and selling gear is almost just as fun as using the gear, right?
Got a very good offer for a Lux Asph., so then I had to sell my other 50s Gotta keep the wife happy!
Buying and selling gear is almost just as fun as using the gear, right?
Got a very good offer for a Lux Asph., so then I had to sell my other 50s
Gotta keep the wife happy!Jun 24, 2017 at 09:08 AM
p.1466 #18Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
That's what I do too. I'm never (90%+ of the time) taking money from my income to buy gear. It's my rule, if I want something new I have to sell something first.
Jun 24, 2017 at 10:13 AM
p.1466 #19Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
A friend caught me the other day Shooting pre-prom pics with my SL and 24-90.
Shooting pre-prom pics with my SL and 24-90.Jun 24, 2017 at 11:47 AM
p.1466 #20Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
edwardkaraa wrote:
Speaking of film, I like your Natura 1600 shots. Nice shots overall BTW. But about the film itself, I actually don't know how much editing of the colours you did on the computer (as they look great when you use the film).. But I find most Fuji film to be way to green. And in the case of Natura 1600 it's really finicky with exposures. You kinda have to get it spot on, or over exposed. Under exposing and the blacks go bad and needs a LOT of work on the computer afterwards (assuming you're scanning negs). I don't use Natura.
Your shots look good (from a purely film stock perspective), so I'm curious how much PP went into the shots. Maybe your Lab is better than mine
Again, great images overall film stock aside! I quite like the happy barber and the expression from the tailor.Thank you very much Adam!
The Natura 1600 to my eyes is surprisingly fine grained, and for sure has a very low contrast. I don't know how finicky it is about underexposure, I did get two unusable shots in this roll but I'm sure they were underexposed by at least 2 stops. Speaking of labs, I found that I get better results with my new scanner (primefilm XE) and silverfast software (included) than the best local pro labs. The software has a negative scanning app with film profiles for most common emulsions. I only adjust contrast and exposure, and select between auto or no auto color. I did notice Natura required more contrast boost than with other films, and the colors are more muted but I didn't change that since I religiously don't mess with film colorEdward - how long approximately does it take you to scan 36?I think about 2.5-3 hours including some adjustments, trying different film profiles... etc, so basically deliberately slow. It takes 2 minutes to scan a frame without adjustments.
Edward, I'm doing all my scanning with a DSLR now, and it takes me 10 minutes to scan 36 exposures at max rez/raw.
I've been getting better results than from any commercial service barring using drum scans.
It's also made film photography more fun for me as I'm involved in more of the process. A win win if u already have a digi cam to use, and I was getting sick and tired of paying $20+ per roll plus waiting 2 weeks..
There's a whole thread on it in rangefinderforum.com. And all the film shots I've posted on this site recently have been DSLR scans.
Gary Clennan wrote
edwardkaraa wrote
adamdewilde wrote
edwardkaraa wrote
A few scans from my latest roll of Fuji Natura 1600.Your shots look good (from a purely film stock perspective), so I'm curious how much PP went into the shots. Maybe your Lab is better than mine
Again, great images overall film stock aside! I quite like the happy barber and the expression from the tailor.
The Natura 1600 to my eyes is surprisingly fine grained, and for sure has a very low contrast. I don't know how finicky it is about underexposure, I did get two unusable shots in this roll but I'm sure they were underexposed by at least 2 stops. Speaking of labs, I found that I get better results with my new scanner (primefilm XE) and silverfast software (included) than the best local pro labs. The software has a negative scanning app with film profiles for most common emulsions. I only adjust contrast and exposure, and select between auto or no auto color. I did notice Natura required more contrast boost than with other films, and the colors are more muted but I didn't change that since I religiously don't mess with film color
Edward, I'm doing all my scanning with a DSLR now, and it takes me 10 minutes to scan 36 exposures at max rez/raw.
I've been getting better results than from any commercial service barring using drum scans.
It's also made film photography more fun for me as I'm involved in more of the process. A win win if u already have a digi cam to use, and I was getting sick and tired of paying $20+ per roll plus waiting 2 weeks..
There's a whole thread on it in rangefinderforum.com. And all the film shots I've posted on this site recently have been DSLR scans.
Jun 24, 2017 at 12:41 PM