andywww Posted November 25, 2009 Share #1 Posted November 25, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) for many useful tips and information before my purchase of the M8. I am still researching if I should get some Leica lenses, but for now I am using CV 40/1.4, and 12/5.6. Like to share a couple photos shot using the CV 40mm. Input, feedback and tips are truly appreciated. Have a great Thanksgiving. Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted November 25, 2009 Posted November 25, 2009 Hi andywww, Take a look here New owner likes to thank you all..... I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
andybarton Posted November 25, 2009 Share #2 Posted November 25, 2009 Happy Thanksgiving Eve to you too And welcome to the forum! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubenkok Posted November 25, 2009 Share #3 Posted November 25, 2009 Hi Andy, Welcome to the forum. Fine images, special bokeh. kind regards, Ruben Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted November 25, 2009 Share #4 Posted November 25, 2009 Andy - Welcome to the Forum. #1 has excellent light, color, composition and bokeh but is in need of more careful focusing, or post processing. I did some sharpening, but it's still not quite there. Can you reshoot it, or sharpen from the original file? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andywww Posted November 26, 2009 Author Share #5 Posted November 26, 2009 Hi Stuart, Thanks for your input. Yes, I understand that it's a little oof, actually both are (they were quick tests while shopping in a store with my daughter and wife). The main concern I have on the first photo is that I question if the bokeh is a little too interrupting, it's a good thing it's composed on the side though, to balance out the layout. I always hear that Leica lenses make softer (less harsh) bokeh, would you think this is the case where a L lens will perform better and keep the bokeh more "quiet"? I am starting to do my research on which lenses to get, and the quality of bokeh will be one of the considering factors. Many thanks for the kind comments, Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
falkk Posted November 26, 2009 Share #6 Posted November 26, 2009 (edited) hi andy, i am quite a new user... currently i am comparing the feeling of Voigtlander lenses and Leica. I own a Voigtlander 35mm f1,2. my experience is similar to yours: bokeh seems a bit more harsh compared to Leica lenses. here is a shot, which i took in a shop trying the Noctilux 50mm f1,0 my feeling is, that the Leica lens draws much smoother bokeh than the Voigtlander. i'd love to get the Noctilux, but i guess i have to save some money first. there is a review of a Voigtlander compared to a Leica lens at steve huffs blog. he compares bokeh of both: The Voigtlander Nokton 50 1.1 Lens Review | STEVE HUFF PHOTOS here is my test-shot with the Noctilux - very quick shot, but shows smooth and charming bokeh: Edited November 26, 2009 by falkk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andywww Posted November 26, 2009 Author Share #7 Posted November 26, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi Falkk, Thanks for posting the test photo, it looks smooth, and thanks for the link on the CV 1.1 review, I actually have one in my hands for testing (borrowed from my brother), it's a well-built lens, bokeh is smoother than my CV 40/1.4. The price is very attractive for what it does. The only thing is that the focusing ring is a little tight for my taste, and weight is a little heavy on the M8 body. I'd love to look into the 50/1/4 ASPH, if it ever becomes available. But $3500 is a lot to spend... so I'm like you, saving money right now Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andywww Posted November 26, 2009 Author Share #8 Posted November 26, 2009 Hi Andy & Ruben, Thank you for the warm welcome. I am sure I will enjoy my stay here. Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vdb Posted November 30, 2009 Share #9 Posted November 30, 2009 Welcome aboard Andy. Will look forward to more photos from you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
falkk Posted December 2, 2009 Share #10 Posted December 2, 2009 ahh, hi andy, i decided to get the noctilux. i thought, if i go for the voigtlander, which is much cheaper, i will regret that in the end... so i got the used noctilux for a very decent price... now, i am just happy with that decision. falk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andywww Posted December 5, 2009 Author Share #11 Posted December 5, 2009 ahh, hi andy, i decided to get the noctilux. i thought, if i go for the voigtlander, which is much cheaper, i will regret that in the end... so i got the used noctilux for a very decent price... now, i am just happy with that decision. falk Well, whatever lens I have now doesn't mean anything anymore... After 14 days of ownership, "shutter fault" appeared on the LCD, "ERR" appeared on the viewfinder. I read a lot about this before my purchase and pulled the trigger anyway, now it really happened. I bought the camera new so it's under warranty, but the idea of not having the opportunity to use something I just bought 14 days ago is not a very pleasant experience... yeah I have tried all the methods to try to bring it back to life but it's stubborn. Have fun with your newly bought lens, that is one magical glass I am sure. Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andywww Posted December 5, 2009 Author Share #12 Posted December 5, 2009 Welcome aboard Andy. Will look forward to more photos from you. Thanks, I guess I won't be able to post any for now since the camera is not operating... will do so though after it's recovered, hopefully. Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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