Hugh 38 Posted August 7, 2016 Share #541 Posted August 7, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) That is some collection ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted August 7, 2016 Posted August 7, 2016 Hi Hugh 38, Take a look here let's see your R. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
amoebahydra Posted August 7, 2016 Share #542 Posted August 7, 2016 My heaviest Leica R equipment ............ Leica R8 with Digital-Modul-R and Apo-Telyt-R 1:5.6/800 on Gitzo Athena remote control tripod head Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 14 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=3092368'>More sharing options...
thebarnman Posted August 8, 2016 Share #543 Posted August 8, 2016 Amoebahydra, I'm floored. Do you have any images you'd can share taken with the R8 with Digital-Modul-R and Apo-Telyt-R 1:5.6/800 elsewhere within these Leica forums, or any other forums for that matter? Have you been able to use the Gitzo Athena remote tripod head? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
amoebahydra Posted August 8, 2016 Share #544 Posted August 8, 2016 Image taken with Leica R8 with Digital-Modul-R and Apo-Telyt-R 1:5.6/800 ..................... Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=3092808'>More sharing options...
amoebahydra Posted August 8, 2016 Share #545 Posted August 8, 2016 Another image taken by Leica R8 with Digital-Modul-R and Apo-Telyt-R 1:5.6/800 ...................... Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=3092813'>More sharing options...
dkCambridgeshire Posted August 8, 2016 Share #546 Posted August 8, 2016 Some more 800mm / R9 DMR images but using the 1969/70 design Leitz 800mm f6.3 Telyt S Achromatic Triplet: http://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/244121-leitz-800mm-telyt-s-pics/?p=2803575 dunk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebarnman Posted August 9, 2016 Share #547 Posted August 9, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Incredible; thanks for sharing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc_rufctr Posted September 23, 2016 Share #548 Posted September 23, 2016 My new acquisition. I bought it on a whim from a local E bay seller. (I've had the lens for years) Very happy with its condition but what's the current thinking on the best battery option? Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=3117341'>More sharing options...
gbealnz Posted September 23, 2016 Share #549 Posted September 23, 2016 Looks lovely Peter, I have one the same. For now I have been using what old mercuric batteries I have, but eventually I'll have to sort something out. Perhaps take the battery out and just use it by guesswork? Gotta be honest though, since finding a cost effective (cheap) R8 and 28-70, the poor SL has languished. Gary 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc_rufctr Posted September 23, 2016 Share #550 Posted September 23, 2016 (edited) Thanks Gary. I'm considering one of these but I've heard mixed reviews. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited September 23, 2016 by sc_rufctr Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=3117545'>More sharing options...
gbealnz Posted September 23, 2016 Share #551 Posted September 23, 2016 Hmmmm, yes, I recall looking at a few of the cheaper options, but never actually got to do anything. I'd be interested to hear how you fare. I believe a decent tech can "convert" the meter circuitry to work with the newer batteries. Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebarnman Posted September 24, 2016 Share #552 Posted September 24, 2016 ...I'm considering one of these but I've heard mixed reviews. Perhaps you can see what people do with the battery situation in the "I love my Leicaflex!" forum. It seems to me I've heard others talking about that. http://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/144341-i-love-my-leicaflex/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Geschlecht Posted September 24, 2016 Share #553 Posted September 24, 2016 (edited) Hello Sc_rufctr, Nice photo in your Post #548 above. Did you ever think of putting a photo of this camera in the "I love my Leicaflex" section of this "R" section?Best Regards, Michael Edited September 24, 2016 by Michael Geschlecht 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomB_tx Posted September 24, 2016 Share #554 Posted September 24, 2016 Thanks Gary. I'm considering one of these but I've heard mixed reviews. I use the CRIS MR9 adapter that has a voltage reducing diode, and it works very well with a 386 cell. The Wein zinc-air cells are available with an adapter built-on, but are a bit expensive. There are also adapters for hearing aid zinc-air cells that have the right voltage. I've used all types in my Leicaflex, M5, MR4 meters, etc, and all give good results. The zinc-air cells have good capacity for constant usage, but will run dry in a year or so even without use once activated by air. The silver cells in adapters hold up better with time, but have less capacity for heavy use. Nothing has both the capacity and longevity of the old mercury cells. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 38 Posted October 16, 2016 Share #555 Posted October 16, 2016 The bird pictures above are stunning thanks for posting them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 38 Posted October 16, 2016 Share #556 Posted October 16, 2016 I have realised I have few more pictures to share , Two Fours . I paid very little for the R4 and it will usually work on M , the A settings are normally OK though can lock open and forget the T and P settings , no hope of any life there . A shame as it is anise camera to handle , fairly compact and good information in the viewfinder. I have put the 16mm Elmarit Fish Eye on it . That is a fun lens to use , but do not over do it . All is not lost as I bought an R4s mod 2 which is very good. Similar size body , easy to handle , and it works ! Put a zoom on the front and it is good for a day out . It has the Sumicron 50 on it which is very versatile , a lens which can be overlooked on occasions. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=3129856'>More sharing options...
pridbor Posted November 2, 2016 Share #557 Posted November 2, 2016 well now where there a little distance in both time and number of posts, I don't feel quite as intimidated by showing you all my Leica Family. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! My first post with an image so I have no idea how it will turn out! Please someone let me know which size and compression etc you people use to get those stunning images up on this site. I have another branch of the family joining me shortly, but not in the R Family (M) Preben 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! My first post with an image so I have no idea how it will turn out! Please someone let me know which size and compression etc you people use to get those stunning images up on this site. I have another branch of the family joining me shortly, but not in the R Family (M) Preben ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/45395-lets-see-your-r/?do=findComment&comment=3140700'>More sharing options...
PFM Posted May 27, 2017 Share #558 Posted May 27, 2017 (edited) Well, I haven't been keeping up with you all. But last week I purchased an R7 to add to the R3 (also sent my Summarit-R 2.8/28 off to Allendale, NJ for some overhaul work). Seems I wasn't paying attention though when I got the R4 Drive, as it doesn't have the grip contacts. Leica R7 by P F McFarland, on Flickr PF Edited May 27, 2017 by PFM 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkP Posted May 27, 2017 Share #559 Posted May 27, 2017 Well, I haven't been keeping up with you all. But last week I purchased an R7 to add to the R3 (also sent my Summarit-R 2.8/28 off to Allendale, NJ for some overhaul work). Seems I wasn't paying attention though when I got the R4 Drive, as it doesn't have the grip contacts. Leica R7 by P F McFarland, on Flickr PF Very nice. I also bought an R7 about 18 months ago to use with a 28-90 Vario-Elmarit-R and 80-200 Vario-Elmar-M which I bought for use with my digital-M cameras & EVF. Seemed a bit stupid having these lovely film lenses and no film camera with which to use them. I then recently bought a 2.0/50 Summicron-R II to finish off the set. I'm very happy with the R7. It seems to get bypassed here in favour of earlier Rs or the R8/9. Although better cameras, I decided against the R8/9 based on size, and that the R7 was so cheap that I'd be happy dumping it for a replacement should it break down. I had the option of buying a very nice R6.2 which, although a beautiful mechanical camera that will probably outlive the R7, is just less versatile for me by not having an aperture priority exposure setting (I tend not to use the other Auto/Prog settings on the R7). I considered both but I don't use it enough to justify a second R body. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentShutter Posted May 28, 2017 Share #560 Posted May 28, 2017 David, thanks, it is helpful. By the way, that 80-200/4 is a miracle. Photos taken with the lens attached on an old Canon 40D (1.6x cropping factor) at effective 320mm are unbelievably sharp with excellent colors. And we are talking about a 10MP sensor, so I imagine what the A7 produces. Paul The 80-200 was one of my most used lenses on the R8 Glad you still use it digital ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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