Leica?
Nov 28, 2020 08:09:20 #
Peterfiore wrote:
Me TOO!
My wife's brother-in-law tossed out a mint condition Leica film camera that her grandmother bought back in the 1960s. I recall it was in a nice hard leather case. The brother-in-law figured it was just a junk old camera and not worth keeping.
Nov 28, 2020 08:10:18 #
machia wrote:
eI have my Dads old Argus rangefinder that he bought in 1955. What you said about rangefinders, that it “forces you to slow down and think” is right on the money. And it is that sold Argus that has made me a better photographer.
My Canon DSLR is like an automatic, but driving a stick-shift once in awhile keeps you alert.
My Canon DSLR is like an automatic, but driving a stick-shift once in awhile keeps you alert.
Using a manual camera is much easier than driving a stick shift. It took me much longer to learn how to drive a stick shift but didn't take me no time to use a fully manual camera.
Nov 28, 2020 08:17:48 #
The Z50 is more convenient, less expensive, and capable of photos virtually indistinguishable from the M10, to most viewers.
Nov 28, 2020 08:18:21 #
machia wrote:
I have my Dads old Argus rangefinder that he bought in 1955. What you said about rangefinders, that it “forces you to slow down and think” is right on the money. And it is that sold Argus that has made me a better photographer.
My Canon DSLR is like an automatic, but driving a stick-shift once in awhile keeps you alert.
My Canon DSLR is like an automatic, but driving a stick-shift once in awhile keeps you alert.
I still have my father's 1960 Nikon-F and 50mm 1.4 prime and I have his 1947 vintage Kodak Monitor folding bellows camera that took Kodak 620 film. He was a fan of Tri-X ASA 400 and his 5 x 7" prints showed very little grain due to the fairly large format of the 620 film. I think they measure 2.25" by 2.75" but I am not sure. Somewhere in this dump I have all of his 620 negatives in glassine envelopes. Thousands of them.
Nov 28, 2020 10:29:38 #
Take a look at the Leica Q2 best travel and take and shoot on walk around. Also you can look at the Tl2 or CL for interchangeable lens cameras. A very nice adapter will let you use all the M lenses and of course you can use all of the TL and S lenses without and adapter. Too many things to talk about in the Leica world. Look and learn and you can call Leica USA or B&H and talk to knowledgeable folks and ask your questions. IMO. Hank
Nov 28, 2020 10:50:40 #
Haden123 wrote:
I have a Leica M6 film camera which I love. It tak... (show quote)
Take a look at the Fuji X100V mirrorless camera. It is a high quality, beautiful camera. Rangefinder style. It has an 26mp APS-C sensor with a fixed 23mm (35mm FF equivalent) lens. Leaf shutter, where you can flash sync up to 1/4,000 of a second. Both optical and electronic viewfinders.
I’ve printed 30 X 45 prints from it, and they are tack sharp.
Nov 28, 2020 11:13:14 #
Of the current cameras only the Leica M's are rangefinder. The Fuji looks like rangefinder but it is not.
Nov 28, 2020 11:47:18 #
Get the camera.
Despite quibbles about some cameras being ‘better’ or more advanced than others, Leicas have an established history of holding their value and producing top-quality photos.
Every month there are technological improvements that render last month’s models obsolete— and yet those cameras still function and will be on sale (new and used) for years. Leica may be a bit slower and more conservative in their design cycle, but they make a superior product.
However, after you buy one you will want to buy more. I have 3 film Leicas and their first digital one and have been trying to afford my next one for years— only to see them get more pixels, more features, and more expensive. Don’t delay like I’ve done.
Despite quibbles about some cameras being ‘better’ or more advanced than others, Leicas have an established history of holding their value and producing top-quality photos.
Every month there are technological improvements that render last month’s models obsolete— and yet those cameras still function and will be on sale (new and used) for years. Leica may be a bit slower and more conservative in their design cycle, but they make a superior product.
However, after you buy one you will want to buy more. I have 3 film Leicas and their first digital one and have been trying to afford my next one for years— only to see them get more pixels, more features, and more expensive. Don’t delay like I’ve done.
Nov 28, 2020 12:07:37 #
Thanks! I have the X 100 F which is a terrific camera (although, while touring the Amalfi coast, I accidentally switched a setting to “Toy Camera” Which resulted in some room and photographs). However, I prefer shooting with a 55 mm lens.
Nov 28, 2020 12:09:30 #
Nov 28, 2020 12:11:30 #
My M-3 and 3 basic lenses survived, along with me, through 2 tours in Viet Nam. That little camera was made like a Swiss watch but as sturdy as a German tank.
I usually don't put too much credibility in reviews and am reluctant to opine on cameras that I have no personal experience with. I have, however, had an opportunity to work with a current Leica range-finder (M10-P) digital. It is a fine piece of gear. I used it for 2 weeks to shoot still on a movie set.
If I was gonna retire, I would have purchased it as my personal go-to camera, however, as a working commercial photographer, I had to invest my disposable income on some medium format gear for work.
The "critics" may have opined that it is not as advanced as the current Nikon and Canon products because it is a relatively simple camera with no unnecessary bells and whistles. The images, I shot was all incredibly sharp and the camera handled beautifully. I would post some images but I can't do that until the movie is released.
I usually don't put too much credibility in reviews and am reluctant to opine on cameras that I have no personal experience with. I have, however, had an opportunity to work with a current Leica range-finder (M10-P) digital. It is a fine piece of gear. I used it for 2 weeks to shoot still on a movie set.
If I was gonna retire, I would have purchased it as my personal go-to camera, however, as a working commercial photographer, I had to invest my disposable income on some medium format gear for work.
The "critics" may have opined that it is not as advanced as the current Nikon and Canon products because it is a relatively simple camera with no unnecessary bells and whistles. The images, I shot was all incredibly sharp and the camera handled beautifully. I would post some images but I can't do that until the movie is released.
Nov 28, 2020 12:13:29 #
Bigmike1
Loc: I am from Gaffney, S.C. but live in Utah.
I have never had the opportunity to shoot a Leica. They are miles above my ability to buy such equipment. If you have the kind of money to buy then go ahead and spend it. You can't take it with you. I will be cheering from the sidelines.
Nov 28, 2020 13:18:44 #
This is really great input particularly coming from a pro! I was thinking very hard about the P, but then the R came out which has over 40 mp. So I am now tilting toward the R. Good luck with your movie!
Nov 28, 2020 13:20:30 #
Thanks for your thoughts! This would be a huge investment for me but I am getting a lot of encouragement to make that investment!
Nov 28, 2020 13:31:21 #
Haden123 wrote:
I have a Leica M6 film camera which I love. It tak... (show quote)
I have tried Leica, SONY, Nikon, and Fuji cameras. Right now I have a Leica SL and two Fujis. I really like the Fujis but whenever I can, I go to the Leica. I can't explain it other than with the Leica lenses, the images just seem to have something special about them plus the Leica is so darn simple to use. I would suggest you read Steve Huff's reviews especially on the Leicas, I think he is spot on and provides a lot of useful information. (stevehuff.com).
Jack
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