Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
p.1684 #2Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
ocean2059 wrote:
http://d1u92k3d1w68j5.cloudfront.net/photos/facades/jd-20191201-182145-0117-m9ma-copy01-w1200bc.jpg
http://d1u92k3d1w68j5.cloudfront.net/photos/flowers-trees/jd-20191201-184459-0147-m9ma-copy01-w1200bc.jpgCongratulations Jonathon for getting the M9M. It works very well with Zeiss ZM lenses, especially the ZM 50/2, 35/2.8, and 85/4. Even the ZM 21/4 is excellent on M9M, which is not usable on other digital M bodies due to its symmetric Biogon design (edge/corner color shift). Enjoy and have fun!
Thank you! I have the ZM 35/2.8 and 85/4 which, with the 50/2, should comprise an excellent compact trio. Given your favourable remarks about the ZM 21/4, I’m looking forward to seeing how the ZM 25/2.8 performs on the M9M. As well as my f/2.8-optiimised copy of the C Sonnar 50/1.5...
genji wrote
I realized that I wanted a Leica I could take with me everywhere without worrying too much about its value (which is sometimes on my mind when I go out with the M10-P and Lux 50 ASPH). My dealer had an original M Monochrom ("M9M") available for a reasonable price and suggested I borrow it for the weekend to see how I liked it. Paired with a ZM 50/2, it turned out to be exactly what I was after—about the same size as my RX1RII plus L-bracket. I never really bonded with the RX1RII so I won't regret selling it to fund the M9M purchase. The files it produces look rather flat and muddy compared to M10-P files converted to monochrome but they contain lots of detailed information. I just have to learn how to post-process them properly.http://d1u92k3d1w68j5.cloudfront.net/photos/facades/jd-20191201-182145-0117-m9ma-copy01-w1200bc.jpg
http://d1u92k3d1w68j5.cloudfront.net/photos/flowers-trees/jd-20191201-184459-0147-m9ma-copy01-w1200bc.jpg
Thank you! I have the ZM 35/2.8 and 85/4 which, with the 50/2, should comprise an excellent compact trio. Given your favourable remarks about the ZM 21/4, I’m looking forward to seeing how the ZM 25/2.8 performs on the M9M. As well as my f/2.8-optiimised copy of the C Sonnar 50/1.5...
Dec 01, 2019 at 03:10 PM
p.1684 #3Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
M10 | DR Summicron 50 | ISO 800 | f/4.0 | 1/125 sec
Tokyo - Ginza café
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Dec 01, 2019 at 05:00 PM
p.1684 #4Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
robgo2 wrote:
Leica CL+Summicron-TL 23 f2.0
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48863233876_49db7f6d96_o.jpg
Unfortunatey I am not frequenting this fine thread much these days, however I find this a stunning image!
Leica CL+Summicron-TL 23 f2.0
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48863233876_49db7f6d96_o.jpg
Unfortunatey I am not frequenting this fine thread much these days, however I find this a stunning image!
Dec 01, 2019 at 09:18 PM
p.1684 #5Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
lenticular11 wrote:
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48863233876_49db7f6d96_o.jpg
Unfortunatey I am not frequenting this fine thread much these days, however I find this a stunning image!
Thanks I missed it and I like it too.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48863233876_49db7f6d96_o.jpg
Unfortunatey I am not frequenting this fine thread much these days, however I find this a stunning image!
Thanks I missed it and I like it too.
Dec 02, 2019 at 12:49 AM
p.1684 #6Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
lenticular11 wrote:
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48863233876_49db7f6d96_o.jpgUnfortunatey I am not frequenting this fine thread much these days, however I find this a stunning image!
It had slipped past me too. Thanks for drawing our attention to this excellent picture.
robgo2 wrote
Leica CL+Summicron-TL 23 f2.0https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48863233876_49db7f6d96_o.jpg
It had slipped past me too. Thanks for drawing our attention to this excellent picture.
Dec 02, 2019 at 01:55 AM
p.1684 #7Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Tested my recently acquired Leica IIIc with Canon 35/2.8 Serenar LTM lens for street photography. I used also a small and very inconspicuous looking old chrome Braun 38 mm external viewfinder on this small camera to compose. Really happy with the results on Ilford FP4+ 125 film (developed with Xtol 1:1)
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Dec 02, 2019 at 08:19 AM
p.1684 #8Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
genji wrote:
A couple more with the M9M.
http://d1u92k3d1w68j5.cloudfront.net/photos/facades/jd-20191201-190207-0175-m9ma-copy01-w1200bc.jpg
http://d1u92k3d1w68j5.cloudfront.net/photos/facades/jd-20191201-185656-0168-m9ma-copy01-w1200bc.jpg
Congrats and you will certainly find the right look for you from the MM files. It just takes a little time. Nice to have a very usable starting point. I, by far, prefer B&W files from my MM even over files from my M10 converted. I have a friend that didn't get the MM and borrowed mine. He first didn't want to give it back and then told me he gets it now. If you are a B&W photographer, once you work on the actual files from an MM you will probably get the reason many B&W photographers and old darkroom rats like me love it.
A couple more with the M9M.
http://d1u92k3d1w68j5.cloudfront.net/photos/facades/jd-20191201-190207-0175-m9ma-copy01-w1200bc.jpg
http://d1u92k3d1w68j5.cloudfront.net/photos/facades/jd-20191201-185656-0168-m9ma-copy01-w1200bc.jpg
Congrats and you will certainly find the right look for you from the MM files. It just takes a little time. Nice to have a very usable starting point. I, by far, prefer B&W files from my MM even over files from my M10 converted. I have a friend that didn't get the MM and borrowed mine. He first didn't want to give it back and then told me he gets it now. If you are a B&W photographer, once you work on the actual files from an MM you will probably get the reason many B&W photographers and old darkroom rats like me love it.
Dec 02, 2019 at 08:38 AM
p.1684 #9Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
M10 | DR Summicron 50 | ISO 800 | f/5.6 | 1/250
Tokyo - The Empire of Signs
Tokyo - The Empire of Signs
Dec 02, 2019 at 10:38 AM
p.1684 #10Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
I recently needed to some long-distance driving and I carried my M9, however as expected the only photos were taken in harsh midday Australian summer light, during brief rest stops.
All VM35 f/1.2 Nokton I on M9. RAWs edited in C1 Pro.
Coonalpyn silo-art by D Mc, on Flickr
Heritage in decay by D Mc, on Flickr
2019 Nhill Airshow advertising by D Mc, on Flickr
2019 Nhill Airshow advertising by D Mc, on Flickr
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[/url]2019 Nhill Airshow advertising by D Mc, on Flickr
Railway line, Nhill by D Mc, on Flickr
Nhill Silo by D Mc, on Flickr
Old Chevrolet at Nhill by D Mc, on Flickr
All VM35 f/1.2 Nokton I on M9. RAWs edited in C1 Pro.
Coonalpyn silo-art by D Mc, on FlickrHeritage in decay by D Mc, on Flickr2019 Nhill Airshow advertising by D Mc, on Flickr2019 Nhill Airshow advertising by D Mc, on Flickr[url=https://flic.kr/p/2hTKjpy]
[/url]2019 Nhill Airshow advertising by D Mc, on FlickrRailway line, Nhill by D Mc, on FlickrNhill Silo by D Mc, on FlickrOld Chevrolet at Nhill by D Mc, on FlickrDec 02, 2019 at 04:35 PM
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p.1684 #11Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
M10 | DR Summicron 50 | ISO 800 | f/5.6 | 1/180
Tokyo - The Empire of Signs
Tokyo - The Empire of Signs
Dec 02, 2019 at 07:02 PM
p.1684 #13Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
After my accidental run-in with a Q earlier this year I finally got around to getting one myself (Q2). Quick question - For manual focusing is there any way to get the camera to magnify on an area other than the center of the frame? Based on what I found in the user manual there doesn't appear to be but just checking to make sure.
Dec 03, 2019 at 12:14 PM
p.1684 #14Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
airfrogusmc wrote:
I have a friend that didn't get the MM and borrowed mine. He first didn't want to give it back and then told me he gets it now. If you are a B&W photographer, once you work on the actual files from an MM you will probably get the reason many B&W photographers and old darkroom rats like me love it.
With film I was not much into B&W except for occasional B&W IR. I am attracted to the unusual in particular Kodaks EIR colour infrared slide. Once digital arrived I remained attracted to unusual. It wasn't too long I had cameras modified for IR and Full Spectrum.
When the Monochrom was announced it intrigued me as it was in terms of Digital unusual.
I took a trip with my 3 5DMKIIs (colour, converted IR, converted Full Spectrum). Passing through towns where businesses had closed I saw history. To my eyes colour shots were not what I wanted and converting colour shots into B&W or IR (Black and white) just wasn't what I was seeing. In my mind I saw shades, patterns and tones in B&W. Shortly after my trip in my hands I held an MM243, needless to say I left the store with one and my first M lens the Lux 50.
After a few shots I could say I get it...... and I am glad I got it.
I have a friend that didn't get the MM and borrowed mine. He first didn't want to give it back and then told me he gets it now. If you are a B&W photographer, once you work on the actual files from an MM you will probably get the reason many B&W photographers and old darkroom rats like me love it.
With film I was not much into B&W except for occasional B&W IR. I am attracted to the unusual in particular Kodaks EIR colour infrared slide. Once digital arrived I remained attracted to unusual. It wasn't too long I had cameras modified for IR and Full Spectrum.
When the Monochrom was announced it intrigued me as it was in terms of Digital unusual.
I took a trip with my 3 5DMKIIs (colour, converted IR, converted Full Spectrum). Passing through towns where businesses had closed I saw history. To my eyes colour shots were not what I wanted and converting colour shots into B&W or IR (Black and white) just wasn't what I was seeing. In my mind I saw shades, patterns and tones in B&W. Shortly after my trip in my hands I held an MM243, needless to say I left the store with one and my first M lens the Lux 50.
After a few shots I could say I get it...... and I am glad I got it.
Dec 03, 2019 at 01:14 PM
p.1684 #15Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Stephen G wrote:
M10 & 24mm Elmar
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49152673681_24a77407a2_b.jpg
MX001651
by Steve, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49152878972_bdc9289a20_b.jpg
MX001639
by Steve, on Flickr
Really like the 2nd one.
Great images all.
Genji, congratulation for m9m, hi, should you wait for m10m
That one will be killer.
35lux pre-ASPH my favorite night leica glass on m10.
I told you eyeAF won't work
untitled-18 by ZHNL, on Flickr
untitled-34 by ZHNL, on Flickr
M10 & 24mm Elmar
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49152673681_24a77407a2_b.jpg
MX001651
by Steve, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49152878972_bdc9289a20_b.jpg
MX001639
by Steve, on Flickr
Really like the 2nd one.
Great images all.
Genji, congratulation for m9m, hi, should you wait for m10m
That one will be killer. 35lux pre-ASPH my favorite night leica glass on m10.
I told you eyeAF won't work
untitled-18 by ZHNL, on Flickruntitled-34 by ZHNL, on FlickrDec 03, 2019 at 02:37 PM
p.1684 #16Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
beautiful Pictures everyone.
Schluuchtnetz by Ben Schafroth, auf Flickr
Schluuchtnetz by Ben Schafroth, auf FlickrDec 03, 2019 at 03:59 PM
p.1684 #17Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
Ben lovely shot where did you take it?
Dec 03, 2019 at 04:07 PM
p.1684 #18Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
burningheart wrote:
Ben lovely shot where did you take it?
Thank you very much. I did take it in the Taminaschlucht in Switzerland. Close to a small Village called Bad Ragaz
Ben lovely shot where did you take it?
Thank you very much. I did take it in the Taminaschlucht in Switzerland. Close to a small Village called Bad Ragaz
Dec 03, 2019 at 04:23 PM
p.1684 #19Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
zhangyue wrote:
...35lux pre-ASPH my favorite night leica glass on m10....
Michael: Wonderful work with this lens. Although I suspect it's mainly the huge talent of the photographer that creates the emotion of these images, with some contribution of the properties of this lens. I suppose these are at f/1.4, but what ISO — and, are they underexposed and pushed in post, or just normal exposure and processing?
I have the Summicron 35v4 and the Summilux 35 FLE, but the two last years was looking for the Summilux 35 pre-ASPH. The trouble was that I had my mind set on the M3 version of the lens, the one with goggles that I could use on my M3. In good shape these are very expensive. I ended up ordering a reasonably priced one from South Africa: the lens was fine but there was a problem with the goggles. I ended up sending it back because I was in the States and was in a week leaving for our annual move to France and Thailand for six months, so I felt I couldn't get it fixed until later that year.
Now, I'm thinking of going for the less expensive non-goggle version for two reasons. One is that the goggles are somewhat problematic when shooting in dark scenes and into the light: probably better to use my tiny Voigtlander 28/35 Mini-Finder. (The goggles also make the lens somewhat heavy and unbalanced.)
The other reason is that not only have I come to terms with my M10 but, also, I'm unlikely to shoot film with my M6 and M3 in the foreseeable future, if at all. While I love shooting Tri-X, with our annual migration between Washington, Paris and Bangkok/Chiang Mai, I cannot really process film myself. Briefly, my first return to film was when, in 2012 when, in my only impulse purchase of a camera, I bought a pristine Hasselblad 903SWC with the intention of using the best small, hand development and printing lab in Bangkok. But when I got back to Thailand, I found that the photographer who ran the lab had died in a car accident. Three years ago, I bought an M3 after finding two good labs in in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Last year the Bangkok lab closed after the owner died of sleep-apnea in his early fifties. This year, when I got back to Chiang Mai three weeks ago, I found that the lab here had closed. The young woman who ran it had been advised by her doctor to stop mass hand development of film after her blood tests had shown some problems: her intensive extent of daily hand development was not like someone developing two or three rolls a week.
It seems to me that it's more reasonable for me to look for the non-goggle version of the Summilux 35 pre-ASPH. Then, there is the question of v1 vs v2, but am I right in thinking that it doesn't matter that much?
...35lux pre-ASPH my favorite night leica glass on m10....
Michael: Wonderful work with this lens. Although I suspect it's mainly the huge talent of the photographer that creates the emotion of these images, with some contribution of the properties of this lens. I suppose these are at f/1.4, but what ISO — and, are they underexposed and pushed in post, or just normal exposure and processing?
I have the Summicron 35v4 and the Summilux 35 FLE, but the two last years was looking for the Summilux 35 pre-ASPH. The trouble was that I had my mind set on the M3 version of the lens, the one with goggles that I could use on my M3. In good shape these are very expensive. I ended up ordering a reasonably priced one from South Africa: the lens was fine but there was a problem with the goggles. I ended up sending it back because I was in the States and was in a week leaving for our annual move to France and Thailand for six months, so I felt I couldn't get it fixed until later that year.
Now, I'm thinking of going for the less expensive non-goggle version for two reasons. One is that the goggles are somewhat problematic when shooting in dark scenes and into the light: probably better to use my tiny Voigtlander 28/35 Mini-Finder. (The goggles also make the lens somewhat heavy and unbalanced.)
The other reason is that not only have I come to terms with my M10 but, also, I'm unlikely to shoot film with my M6 and M3 in the foreseeable future, if at all. While I love shooting Tri-X, with our annual migration between Washington, Paris and Bangkok/Chiang Mai, I cannot really process film myself. Briefly, my first return to film was when, in 2012 when, in my only impulse purchase of a camera, I bought a pristine Hasselblad 903SWC with the intention of using the best small, hand development and printing lab in Bangkok. But when I got back to Thailand, I found that the photographer who ran the lab had died in a car accident. Three years ago, I bought an M3 after finding two good labs in in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Last year the Bangkok lab closed after the owner died of sleep-apnea in his early fifties. This year, when I got back to Chiang Mai three weeks ago, I found that the lab here had closed. The young woman who ran it had been advised by her doctor to stop mass hand development of film after her blood tests had shown some problems: her intensive extent of daily hand development was not like someone developing two or three rolls a week.
It seems to me that it's more reasonable for me to look for the non-goggle version of the Summilux 35 pre-ASPH. Then, there is the question of v1 vs v2, but am I right in thinking that it doesn't matter that much?
Dec 03, 2019 at 08:02 PM
p.1684 #20Leica M/X/T/S/Q/CL/SL Picture Thread
M10 | DR Summicron 50 | ISO 800 | f/5.6 | 1/350 sec
Tokyo - The Empire of Signs
Tokyo - The Empire of Signs
Dec 03, 2019 at 08:12 PM