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I'm seeing dust accumulate INSIDE my viewfinder on my 5 year old Leica M10 which I use professionally. The camera is always wrapped in chamois leather when in my bag. It got really bad this weekend when shooting a story involving low angled sunlight to the point where i couldn't see to focus so just guessed the distance, fortunately i was using a 21mm so most frames were in focus. Is this a known problem ?? This is my 4th or 5th Digital M camera...all have failed in the past...but my 35 year old M6 still works fine...what does that say about technology or build quality ? Leica Mayfair are supposed to be getting in touch ASAP...lets hope this gets resolved soonest....the Fuji or Sony system beckons ???
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Dear all, I am currently making a big part of my photos with my M(240) + 50/0.95 (also using the 75/1.4) with the 1,4* viewfinder magnifier. In low light I 'd like to have more clarity. I am considering the M10 and wonder if the better viewfinder of the M10 (particularly brightness) is still much better than the M(240) with the viewfinder magnifier (as you need to use an adapter to screw it on, do you reduce the advantage ?) Do any of you have experience with that ? thanks Didier
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I effectively ruined my hideously expensive multifocal eyeglasses with LTM-photography (Leica II & III, FED & Zorki) . A little too late, I started experimenting with various washers etc but found that most items increase the viewing distance and lead to incomplete viewfinder / rangefinder coverage, which is restricted enough with eyeglasses on classic LTMs anyway. There may be some professional solutions around, but I have come up with a low cost, dispensable item, which may not be perfect on aesthetic grounds, but works very well in the field for me. I did not bother with geometric perfection . I used a 12 mm and a 6 mm punching tool respectively, and some general adhesive cloth tape from the hardware store. My new eyeglasses will arrive next week Kind regards Mathias
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Hello, I recently acquired two Leica M cameras from an auction. One is a M3, the other is a M2. They both are cosmetically in pretty nice condition, but the viewfinder on each seems to have an issue. The M3 seems like it may have some separation going on and the focusing patch seems pretty dim. The frame lines for the 90mm seems permanently visible as well. The M2 has what looks like dark spot inside the viewfinder—I'm not sure that this could be. When you looks through the viewfinder it still seems bright and the patch is clearly visible. I'm wondering if anyone can help identify the issue and also let me know if you think it can be fixed. Other than the viewfinders, the cameras seems in really great shape. Hopefully a CLA can clear things up, or a recement. Thanks! Ross
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Hola a todos. Soy nuevo en el foro Tengo una M6TTL y un Elmarit 24mm con un visor externo. La composición con este lente es muy difícil porque la M6TTL es un par de milímetros más alta que otras Leica M analógicas (M2,M3,M4,M5,M6) por lo que el visor externo no es muy preciso. Me encanta el lente pero quisiera buscar una Leica M que me de menos problemas Quisiera conocer si alguien tiene experiencia con alguna de estas cámaras y un Elmarit 24mm. Me interesa conocer si han tenido problemas de composición saludos desde Ecuador, América del sur Armando
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I noticed that with 35mm lens on, photos my M9 produced included more than what fell within the 35mm frame line in the viewfinder. I compared with my M2, interestingly, its 35mm frame line in the viewfinder was bigger (included more area) than the frame line in the M9. Has anybody seen this or is aware of this? Is this a flaw with M9s in general or should I have this looked at by Leica? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks.
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Hi Folks I have an M8 and the LEDS visible in the viewfinder display very blurry or doubled. I have tried testing this on several people and they all report its blurry when they look through the viewfinder. What is this problem ? How is it fixed? What caused it? How much does it cost? Does anyone know of a link where i can read about it? What does a general service of the camera cost? Kind regards A
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Hello, I wonder if anyone can explain or diagnose a behaviour that to me, anyway, as a new M9 user, is a bit strange and disconcerting? I just bought a used Zeiss Biogon 2.8/25 ZM on ebay. Seems in perfectly acceptable condition. But when I mount it on my M9 (bought new last October) and try to focus with it, the whole (internal) viewfinder seems to move around, from side to side and (slightly less) up and down. Is this normal or should I be worried? I see from this thread on the Rangefinder forum that there were two versions of the Biogon 25 ZM's bayonet mount - I don't know if that has anything to do with it: http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=87222 The lens codes helpfully listed here mention a 'mount fix' for the Biogon 25: http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-news/leica-lens-codes/ The Biogon 25 shifts the viewfinder on my M8, too, though the movement seems slightly less. Any advice or reassurance will be gratefully received! Best wishes
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One the unique things about the M8 is that it has a built-in viewfinder for the 24mm lens. I've been using the 21mm with the 21-24-28 finder and find that to be frustrating. The 21 on the M8 is a 28mm crop so the 28 finder should work but it doesn't seem very accurate. I've been using the M system since forever and the 21mm on full frame since the same time so I'm familiar that there's a bit of - how should we say - give and take with framing and the external viewfinders. I might be happier with the 28mm brightline finder if I can figure out what I've done with it. Anyway, for those of you with M8 and 24mm how does that built in finder work for you? It seems a bit close to the very edge of the frame so even without glasses it's a challenge to see entire field. There's no external finder for the 24mm on the M8, unless you use a 35mm and figure you'll get more. If I get the 24mm I'll get the Summilux (speed rules). How about the 24mm finder? Work for you? Thanks.
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Hello. I'm new. I've been looking at the Leica M9 for some weeks now and can't seem to sort out a concern I have regarding the viewfinder and focusing. Is someone able to tell me please, if I look through a viewfinder without my specs on and manage to focus correctly, will the picture be in focus? In other words, is there a optimal focusing point that exists whether I use my specs or not and will I find that using specs or not? Or does focusing depend on 100% perfect eyesight. Still struggling to understand this. Any help gratefully received.
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I've searched through the forum and can only find X1 or X2 threads referring to this viewfinder - does anyone have any experience using it on a D-Lux4? I appreciate that it's designed for the equivelant of a 35mm lens but that's not a problem for me as I usually set my zoom to that focal length anyway (old habits die hard).
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Hi, I looked around on the forum and did not find much info about this... My M6 VF is giving me a hard time focusing (sometimes). I recently got it and other than this problem it's mechanically and cosmetically perfect. So in general it's hard for me to focus when my subject is: 1. Heavily backlight (bright source of light); 2. Very contrasted; 3. In a very dark environment. From what I've heard this seems to be to a fairly common problem with M6's. I contacted Gerry Smith in Toronto at Kindermann (I live in Montreal) and he told me about a modification that could be done to the VF for approx. 180$. So my question is: Does it need to be modified? or is it just maybe dirty? Has anybody upgraded their M6 this way? Is it worth it? Any insight would be great! Thanks
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Hello, I posted this question in the german forum also, but in german language. I use 50mm lenses nearly exclusively (sometimes 40mm also). But I'm always positively surprised, when I look through my Bessa R3A viewfinder. It has 1.0x magnification, is bright and clear. In any other aspects I really prefer Leica Ms. I always frame and shot with both eyes open, so a 1.0x viewfinder is essential for me. There are several ways to reach this and I hope some of you got some hints for me: - Has anyone a 0.72x Leica with an original 1.4x magnifier? Is the 50mm frame visible without moving the eye? - Has anyone a 0.72x Leica with a third party 1.35x magnifier? Is the 50mm frame visible without moving the eye? - Has anyone a 0.85x Leica with an original 1.25x magnifier? Is the 50mm frame visible without moving the eye? - Has anyone a 0.85x Leica with a third party 1.25x magnifier? Is the 50mm frame visible without moving the eye? I have a 0.85x Leica M6 with a third party 1.15x magnifier. Framing with both eyes open works great, but I'm not satisfied with the optical quality. But my dealer offered me an inspection and replacement. When I got the part back, I report you. Nevertheless I would be very pleased to get some hints and experiences Danke, Gottlieb
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Hallo, ich nutze fast ausschließlich 50mm Objekitve (ganz selten 40mm) und bin leider immer mehr als positiv überrascht, wenn ich durch den riesigen hellen und extrem klaren Sucher meiner Voigtländer bessa R3A blicke. Alles andere sagt mir an den Leica Ms jedoch mehr zu. Vorallem aber das leise Auslösegeräusch des Tuchverschlusses. Da ich mit beiden Augen offen den Ausschnitt wähle und dazu einen nahezu 1,0x Sucher benötige meine Fragen: - Hat jemand eine 0.72x Leica mit 1.4x Sucherlupe? Sieht man den 50mm Leuchtrahmen, ohne mit dem Auge nach Links und Rechts zu luken? - Hat jemand eine 0.72x Leica mit 1.35x Sucherlupe? Sieht man den 50mm Leuchtrahmen, ohne mit dem Auge nach Links und Rechts zu luken? - Hat jemand eine 0.85x Leica mit original Leica 1.25x Sucherlupe? Sieht man den 50mm Leuchtrahmen, ohne mit dem Auge nach Links und Rechts zu luken? - Hat jemand eine 0.85x Leica mit nachgebauter 1.25x Sucherlupe? Sieht man den 50mm Leuchtrahmen, ohne mit dem Auge nach Links und Rechts zu luken? Ich selbst habe eine 0.85x Leica mit 1.15x Sucherlupe. Ist super, aber ich bin mit der Qualität der Lupe nicht zufrieden, vielleicht habe ich aber auch ein schlechtes Stück erwischt. Der Händler bietet mit jedenfalls an, es zu prüfen und tauschen. Wenn es wieder da ist berichte ich mehr, Trotzdem wäre ich dankbar, wenn mir ein paar Besitzer dieser Lupen hier ihre Erfahrung schildern könnten. Danke, Gottlieb
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Hi there, maybe interesting for some of you? YouTube - Leica X1 - Olympus View Finder VF-1
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Hello Leica Forum! As I'm impatiently waiting for my X1 to arrived I found it nearly impossible to find a Voigtlander 35mm viewfinder for it. In my search I found this source and had a great experience with the purchase. Both Silver and Black in stock and it only took two days to arrive. I have no affiliation with the seller, only a (almost) Leica shooter. Voigtlander Bessa RF Accessories For now all I have is a viewfinder and handgrip... usually I don't worry about "accessorizing" things, but being an SLR shooter, I know I'm going to want to keep shooting properly with the camera stuck to my face, and one handed shooting is also important to me. It's kind of sad just looking at these two pieces, but the X1 should be here soon! In preparation of more worldwide motorcycle adventure travels I sold my 5DII and lenses to switch to the X1. It's just become such a burden to travel, especially in the rough wilderness with such a large heavy camera. Since I pretty much used the 35mm 1.4L lens exclusively in my travels and am aware of the X1's "quirks" I think the size and convenience outweighs any IQ shortcoming the X1 might have compared to the 5DII. From all the images I've seen from the X1, I believe the limitations will only be from what's behind the camera... Anyways, just thought I'd try and contribute a little if someone's looking for a viewfinder and having trouble finding one like I was and say hello to the forum. Cheers! Finn
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Hi everyone - I dropped my M8 from about two feet (the first time I've ever dropped it) and it hit the tile floor. At first, all looked ok then I realized the rangefinder alignment was off. I fixed that thanks to the help on this forum. Then I realized that there was a crack in the viewfinder eyepiece (the round part on the back). Does anyone know if this is a part I can replace myself and where I would be able to purchase a new piece of glass? Mark Norton did a teardown of the M8 a couple of years ago, but I couldn't see how the eyepiece was held together. Any insight or advice is appreciated. Thanks, all.
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Hello, I recently inherited my father's Leica M2, which I would dearly love to use, however the viewfinder doesn't work. When I look through the viewfinder I only see one very small image in the centre of the screen. I have never used a Leica before, but I am certain this isn't right! Does anyone have any advice on how I should go about getting this fixed? Or maybe where I should take it (I live in south London). Any advice would be gratefully appreciated. Thank you. Steve
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Good afternoon everybody I realise I am about to ask a question which may be impossible to answer, so apologies in advance. I have been offered to buy an M3 with a 35mm f/3.5 Summaron (with goggles). The M3 has a slight water damage to the viewfinder. Also the 1, 2 and 5 shutter times don't work. Needless to say the price is pretty good. I guess that instead of a CLA, this one needs CLAR(epair). Does anyone have experience in how much this might cost? I am in Holland and I understand Will van Manen is reliable. But I'm also interested generally what such an operation might cost in the various countries you are in. Cheers Philip
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Afternoon everyone I've been using an M9 with a 50 Summicron for just under a month now. I occasionally have problems focussing, (pictures sometimes aren't as sharp as they should be) partly I think 'cause I'm as blind as a bat and wear glasses. Quick question - would a 1.25 magnifier help? Worth popping into a dealer to try one? Thanks K
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I love my M7, but I have been noticing that i consistently miss the framing on my photos because i find the 50mm frame lines to be inaccurate on the vertical plane. My photos are consistently framed higher than I think they will be when I'm looking through the viewfinder and taking the photos. (The result is that i often cut off people's feet when I intended to capture their entire bodies.) This is most common when I'm in the 8 to 25 feet range. I thought it might result from my eye not being aligned, but moving my eye around doesn't really change my view of the framing enough to suggest that it's the problem. Does anyone else have this issue with the 50mm M7 frame lines? The most accurate frame lines I use, oddly, are the 35mm lines with my 40mm Summicron on my original M8.
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There could be wide, standard and telephoto settings. My Contax G2 had a magnifying viewfinder which worked very well. Wide with 21 and 24 and 28mm markings Standard with 35 and 50mm Telephoto with 75, 90 and 135mm
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Sorry for, what I am sure, will be an elementary question. I have a 90mm ASPH/APO on order and am a bit worried that the focussing area in the viewfinder may be a bit small for accurate focussing. I am very new to the world of Leica and rangefinder photography and do not, currently, own anything past a 50mm. Do I need a magnifier or an additional viewfinder accessory to get the best of the 90mm and, if so, what should I get? I will be using the new lens with my M9P Thanks for any advice.
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Newbie Alert! I have just put my Summarit 75mm on my newly-acquired M2 and see that it brings up the 50mm frame in the viewfinder. Anyone any idea or experience on how accurately one can guess what will be in the frame? Does it just mean alternating between the 50 and 90mm brightlines whilst judging if what one wants to photography falls half-way between?