http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums en Mon, 06 Sep 2010 16:41:52 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/themes/graphite/misc/rss.jpg http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94783&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 04:04:03 GMT After having used the 35/1.2 Nokton for a while, I realize that I can live with/like the 35mm FoV. Now, I am looking for a compact 35mm f/2 lens for... After having used the 35/1.2 Nokton for a while, I realize that I can live with/like the 35mm FoV. Now, I am looking for a compact 35mm f/2 lens for use on a M body. My choices are narrowed down to the following:

* UC Hexanon 35/2 - I don't have a screwmount camera, but this looks like a good lens to have. Is the L-Hexanon similar in performance? I know that the optical formula is different. Also, could anyone post wide-open and f/4 shots on B&W film with this lens? How is the contrast ? I have seen samples on flickr and other threads here, I just want shots which I might have missed. :)
* Canon 35/2 LTM - I know this is reaching cult status. I like the performance of the Canon RF lenses (I used to have a 50/1.5) and look with B&W. Once again, any samples on B&W film with this lens are welcome.
* Summicron pre-ASPH ver 4 /3/2? - No samples needed from this one. And there are numerous review on the net. I would really like to try this one, but ebay prices seem ridiculous. PS: I really love the rectangular hood. :p

Any other lens I might have missed, and should consider? My primary use will be on the M body, and B&W film (PlusX, APX400). I like my negatives to be relatively lower contrast (Yes, I do have additional control in the development process) when compared to negatives from modern ASPH lenses. ]]> Leica M series naruto http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94783 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94762&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:51:31 GMT Are there any old leica shops in Charleston S C visiting on Tuesday please advise where to go? Are there any old leica shops in Charleston S C visiting
on Tuesday please advise where to go? ]]> Leica M series villain 2 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94762 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94757&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 17:32:32 GMT I have both lenses, and both are great lenses. Today and for the first time, I looked through the M3 and the M6 with one type of Cron each. I suspect... I have both lenses, and both are great lenses.
Today and for the first time, I looked through the M3 and the M6 with one type of Cron each. I suspect that the goggled version shows more glare in the VF due to the goggles.

Am I right or is it the M3 VF itself?

I switched the lenses around, and the goggled Cron shows more galre in the VF.

Who has had such an experience? ]]> Leica M series raid http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94757 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94756&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:49:29 GMT I have these 35mm lenses, do I need the current Zeiss 35mm f2? - f3.5 Summaron LTM - f2.8 Summaron M - f2.8 Zeiss Biogon for Contax IIa - f2... I have these 35mm lenses, do I need the current Zeiss 35mm f2?

- f3.5 Summaron LTM
- f2.8 Summaron M
- f2.8 Zeiss Biogon for Contax IIa
- f2 Summicron Ver 4 (1913~1983 lens), "bokeh king"
- f1.8 Nikkor classic (old version)
- f1.2 Nokton

Can you comment on whether:
- with the new Zeiss, I get 0 distortion, which none of the above have?
- any unique signature that the new Zeiss has, which none of the above have? I read that the new Zeiss is "clinical" in its imaging.

regards
Vick ]]> Leica M series Vickko http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94756 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94745&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 08:26:35 GMT There are many ingenious features of this camera, including the original design of two lugs and hanging vertically. It is very comfortable and... There are many ingenious features of this camera, including the original design of two lugs and hanging vertically. It is very comfortable and unobtrusive and secure in that position. I recently acquired a new A&A strap especially designed for the M5, but only inasmuch as the width of the nylon fits the lugs. The two strap ends are attached, one to each lug. What works best, however, is a strap that glides freely through the two lugs, so that with a good gripping shoulder pad, the strap can glide down through the lugs as the camera is quickly brought up to the eye. With the great grip of the A&A strap it virtually needs removing from the shoulder to get the camera to the eye. All forum discussions seem to miss this essential feature of the Leitz designers' intention of solid strap lugs, vertical hanging, and the free running strap. I have tried joining the two ends of my new strap together and it gets close, but I suspect leather runs better than the nylon. I am going to look for a second hand leather original, unless someone knows of an alternative that has all the features of the original. ]]> Leica M series Richard G http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94745 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94730&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 22:44:12 GMT You've gotta love Mike Johnston's take on the Secrets of Leica:

" ...
4. Lenses are expensive, so chances are better you'll only own one or two.Three at most. If you are lucky enough to acquire a Leica but you also acquire too many lenses for it—too bad! You lose. Lenses are like women: one main one and maybe one on the side are enough for any real man, as long as they're the right ones for you. Too many and you're either just playing around or busy making yourself and everyone around you unhappy*."


* Hyperbole is a rhetorical device in which statements are exaggerated. It may be used to evoke strong feelings or to create a strong impression, but is not meant to be taken literally.

:D ]]> Leica M series ChrisN http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94730 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94700&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:53:10 GMT Note that this guitar at rest, only has the G string (3rd from left) focused at a point and then getting wider towards it's winder and back to the nut.

Focus was on the low E, far R tuner, min focus, 1.4 with 75/1.4 lux.

Any ideas?

]]> Leica M series ampguy http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94700 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94680&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:47:17 GMT I guess I'm jumping into the Leica pool here, although tentatively. I'm looking to get a body and a 50mm or maybe something a little wider. I have about 1600cdn to get something second hand and wondering what you fine folks would suggest for that price range. M4? M6? Any well-reasoned suggestions are appreciated.

b ]]> Leica M series nonot http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94680 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94672&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:37:11 GMT This is the new offering from Miyazaki-san at MS Optical R&D, an M-mount (well, actually LTM with adapter) Perar 35mm f/3.5 Super-Triplet. It weights just 60 grams complete with hood and caps. When collapsed, the whole lens protrudes just 4mm from the lens mount. Amazing! This takes the meaning of a pancake lens to a whole new level!!!







Here's a photo taken *with* this lens.

This is the man himself, Miyazaki-san of MS Optical R&D at work in his "office". Miyazaki-san is probably the most active 70 year old I've ever met. He showed me a file with about 150 lens he's designed and he also discussed his plans for the next few lenses to go from the drawing board to production. We can look forward to more surprises from him soon!


MS Optical Miyazaki-san by jonmanjiro, on Flickr ]]> Leica M series jonmanjiro http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94672 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94657&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 02:34:11 GMT Gosh darn I'm "lucky" - a pristine 35mm pre-asph summilux (complete with matching box, unfilled warranty card, and clean 12504 hood) arrived today from the most recent owner. This was part of a fairly sizable lot on ebay this past week that did not sell.

I just happen to be, surprisingly, the first guy to ask if the seller would break up the lot; the seller gladly obliged.

It's a bit spendy for me but, based on my understanding, about the right price considering the condition.

Not
A
Scratch
Anywhere
:) :) :) :)

Photos (hopefully sometime this weekend) to come of this black beauty!!

Cheers,
Dave ]]> Leica M series dcsang http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94657 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94642&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:16:26 GMT New to RF. Got 2 months ago my first Leica a M6 TTL with a 'cron 35/2 that I'm really enjoying.

Yesterday I received (bought from the auction site) a tele-elmar 135/f4 (from 1970 but in E+ shape) on my M6 TTL but the focus patch is not changing when I'm turning the focus ring on the lens. I unmounted/mounted several times the lens to be sure that I was doing it correctly, tried different apertures, etc. but no luck.

For me, it seems as if the kens is not "able to communicate" the focus change to the camera. As it seems that the lens as almost not been used at all (as really like new), I imagine that some CLA would need to done on the lens to lubrificate the "mechanical part signaling" the focus change to the camera. Or is it due to a simple incompatibility between the lens and my M6 TTL?

The owner told me that the lens was working fine on a M5; and I do not know anybody around me with a Leica (otherwise I will have been able to try it on another body).

I am just looking for some feedback here to know if it is a common case or not, or if it could be a serious issue with the lens, etc.
I am certainly going to return the lens, but as the lens is in such good condition (outside, glass, baldes, etc.) that I am willing to keep it and sending it for a CLA, but I do not know if a CLA could fix that or not.

Thanks by advance for any help/advice.

jeff ]]> Leica M series JeffMerlet http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94642 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94620&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:38:12 GMT Hello All, This is my first post on this forum, on any forum whatsoever, for that matter. I just bought, and will receive in a week or two, a Leica... Hello All,

This is my first post on this forum, on any forum whatsoever, for that matter.

I just bought, and will receive in a week or two, a Leica M3 SS and a Summicron 50mm DR - for what I think is a reasonable price, given the market.

Now this is part of my scheme to switch from digital to film - at least to try film, if not 'switching'. I have a digital SLR and sometimes I am bored with it. I am still a new photographer, in the sense that when I use the DSLR I let it do mostly everything and decide the settings for me - I don't know that much about exposure in a practical sense, except the theory and the basic principles governing the triad ISO-shutter speed-aperture. I read a lot and did some experimenting with my DSLR in manual mode, but somehow, I want to be 'forced' to use full manual settings, including not using a meter (it's so easy getting lazy with an automatic camera!). I feel that this will allow me to learn about picture-taking. The point is to use that M3 and to learn through trial and error. I feel that if I manage it, I'll be better with a DSLR, for one thing. I'll know more, if I have the patience.

Anyway, all this autobiography is meant to give you a sense of what I'm trying to do with the M3 that I don't have yet because I would need some advice from kind souls. I plan to use B&W film, but not sure with which ISO to begin, and which film in particular. It would be mostly for outdoor shots, some indoors.... I'll experiment, but starting with outdoor should be a good idea, don't you think?

Another question would be - do you think I could get away without a meter to start with? I'd like to learn how to evaluate light on my own eventually, it's part of my plan. But should I invest in a meter?

Anyway, I probably come across as a complete amateur in the bad sense, but hey, one's got to start somewhere!

Thanks! ]]> Leica M series patrice http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94620 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94609&goto=newpost Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:36:08 GMT Is there a 1:1 35mm accessory viewfinder like the 1:1 leica 5cm sbooi? The 50mm floating brightlines are like magic! Is there a 1:1 35mm accessory viewfinder like the 1:1 leica 5cm sbooi?

The 50mm floating brightlines are like magic! ]]> Leica M series Gary Sandhu http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94609 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94588&goto=newpost Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:26:28 GMT Ok, before you roll your eyes and Huff! Is there anyone who has both lenses & has images to compare ? I know Leica's are SOOO great and Canon's have mixed reps, But ... I love buts... image wise what's common & what makes them "Look" different. Not build quality, or jewelry factor, but picture making value.

Please don't Hate on this, I and others I bet would like real images to prove anything said.

Thanks!
Steve ]]> Leica M series Steve Karr http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94588 http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94573&goto=newpost Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:33:32 GMT So, why is "focus shift" so serious now?

It seems that with digital, it is a big deal.

Is it because of the ability to get instantaneous results, that you now can determine that your shots are affected by focus shift?

I wouldn't think that a digital sensor made focus shift any worse, just faster to determine.

..Vick ]]> Leica M series Vickko http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94573