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Brauchbare Videos mit der Leica M 240 durch Videostabilisierung? Vor einem Jahr habe ich mir eine Leica M, Typ 240 zugelegt. Es sollte genau diese (!) Kamera sein: Sie hat einen Vollformatsensor, war mittlerweile erschwinglich, hat eine legendäre Akkulaufzeit und last but not least - sie hat einem Video-Modus! Da im Vergleich zu den neueren Kameras, auch zu den M-Modellen, die Sensorempfindlichkeit nicht mehr zeitgemäß sei, war die 240 unter Nerds allerdings umstritten. Da ich bei einer meiner Lieblingskameras, einer Olympus E-M1.1, einer 16 mPixel-Kamera als maximalen ISO-Wert 3200 ISO eingestellt habe und damit recht gut zurecht komme, traute ich der Leica M, deren Sensor mit einer Auflösung von 24 mPixel daher kam, durchaus auch zu, meinen Ansprüchen zu genügen. Ich habe Zeiten aktiv erlebt, als man ohne Scheu Filme mit maximal 400 ISO eingesetzt hat. Die wurden bei Selbstentwicklung um 2 bis 3 Blenden gepuscht - und gut war‘s! Was das anbelangt, habe ich heute mit der Leica M wenig Probleme: Eine von der zahlreichen Aufnahmen, die ich ungeniert mit der Leica M mit ISO 6400 aufgenommen habe: . . .

Did Leica do à la carte programme for lenses as well? I have seen several M10 cameras with matchy matchy lenses (lettering color etc.), I guess Wetzlar did many things if persuaded (although they do not want to sell me silver parts from Safari for my black parts Reporter)...

So back in 2010 Cameraquest published this comprehensive compilation of Leica M analog special editions and some ratings on how well they would do as an investment. https://www.cameraquest.com/minvest.htm While I do agree with some ratings, I on the other hand completely disagree with others. How well in your opinion did this list age?

I am thinking of buying a Leica Q3 even though I have the Leica M (MD) - which I am very happy with. But Q3 that's a COMPLETELY different camera. But Q3 has AF, Video and 28 too about 75(90) mm. This is the area I use the most on my M.(24mm-50mm) I don't want to go the SL route now but have the Canon RF because of the long telephoto lenses for bird photography AND amazingly fast AF. But I'm a little afraid that the Q3 will replace my M and it will collect dust. But Q3 + an M with 50mm Is there anyone thinking of doing the same or has done the same with the Q2 ?? (I am definitely not going to sell my M equipment)

Protects the hot shoe and keeps the owner from forgetting what film is loaded. Found on thingiverse, 3D printed with black filament, numbering painted with silver all-surface sharpie.

A new UWA Leica M lens - the fastest UWA in M mount is shipping. RF coupled, "close-to-zero" distortion according to Laowa, 110° angle of view, 12 elements in 9 groups, 2x ASPH elements + 3x ELD elements, 10 sunstars, 72mm filter thread, about 418g. Priced at $649. Sample variations are a thing with Laowa, keep an eye on that. The diaphragm ring is going the opposite way, that surely is a minor nuisance. https://www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-15mm-f-2-zero-d-lm/

I have asked the ChatGPT AI bot to describe Leica M lenses with precision. Here is what it wrote. Lots of solid facts, some complete nonsense. "Leica M lenses are widely considered some of the best and most sought-after lenses in the photography world. These lenses are designed and crafted by Leica, a German company with a long history of producing high-quality optics. In this essay, we will explore the key features and benefits of Leica M lenses and why they are so highly valued by photographers. One of the most notable features of Leica M lenses is their exceptional image quality. These lenses are made with the highest-quality materials and are constructed with precise tolerances, which results in sharp, clear images with minimal distortion. The lenses are also designed to produce beautiful bokeh, which gives photos a dreamy, out- of-focus background that can add depth and dimension to your shots. This is especially important for portrait and street photographers who want to isolate their subject from the background. Another great feature of Leica M lenses is their compact and lightweight design. These lenses are perfect for photographers who want to travel light and don't want to lug around heavy equipment. They also make it easy to quickly compose and shoot a photo, which can be particularly useful for street photographers or other types of photographers who need to move fast. The compact design of the lenses also makes them easy to handle and provides a better grip while holding the camera. Leica M lenses are also known for their durability. These lenses are built to last and are designed to withstand the demands of professional use. They are also weather sealed, making them ideal for photographers who shoot in inclement weather conditions. This allows photographers to shoot in any weather condition without worrying about damaging their equipment. Another important aspect of Leica M lenses is their versatility. These lenses can be used in a variety of photography styles and genres, from street photography to landscape, portrait, and event photography. They are also compatible with a wide range of cameras, including digital and film cameras. This allows photographers to use the same lens with different cameras, making it a great investment. In conclusion, Leica M lenses are some of the best lenses on the market, due to their exceptional image quality, compact and lightweight design, durability, and versatility. They are perfect for photographers of all levels who want to take their photography to the next level. Whether you're a professional photographer or just starting out, a Leica M lens is a great investment that will help you take your photography to the next level."

I bought a Holga 120 in the early 2000s. The camera was created in Hong Kong cca. 1982 and - even though it used 120 film - was made of cheap plastic, fragile spring shutter and barely any light seals so back then it was not super popular. Needles to say, the Lomo toy camera craze in the late nineties revived Holga's aesthetics of distortion, vignetting, blur, flare and light leaks, but it was in 2001 that David Burnett won the White House News Photographers Association’s Eyes of History contest with an image of Al Gore shot with his Holga that the camera gained its cult status on the toy camera piedestal next to its toy sibling Diana. It was the era before lensbabies. The Holga camera was made until 2015, but in the meantime somebody remembered that the plastic Holga lens can harmonically live on modern cameras for that ultimate toy camera feel. I got one in EF mount right after their release, but it could never really replicate the mood of my original plastic "ultimate analog" Holga camera on digital (the all plastic lens is - dare I say it - too good...). Today this Holga lens is a #1 bestseller on B&H website where it costs $17. Obviously I had to put the plastic fantastic lens on a Leica M. Industry's "best" with Industry's "worst". You be the judge of the IQ it produces.

I use the Summarit with the sun visor. It is a Leica UV a filter 13004. Since there is no lens cap that fits the lens hood, I wonder if, and if so, the image quality (coloration and sharpness) suffers from using the filter. Or is there a possibility that the filter has negative effects depending on the weather (summer, winter, sun, rain, temperature fluctuations)? It only serves as protection, because unfortunately it has already happened to me that I have touched the glas of the lens, when I take it out of my pocket. As a camera I use the M10 R. I hope your experiences can help me to answer this question. Thank you in advance for your support.

Could not believe there was no thread for images made with Summicron 35 ASPHERICAL V1 and ASPHERICAL V2 (also known as Summicron V5 and V6). So here it is. Please indicate whether you used ASPH V1 or ASPH V2 and what camera. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please do NOT post any PRE-ASPH Summicron V1 and V2 images and NO APO Summicron V7 images - the latter has its own thread here. Summicron 35 ASPH V1 and M10-R.