djschwartz Posted February 14, 2010 Share #1 Posted February 14, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) I just received my M9 with 35mm f1.4. This is the first Leica I have owned, but I can now see what all the hype is about. I wish I had the means to get an M6 with a few lenses when I was younger. We will call this a 40th B-Day present that I can write off. Anyway, I just wanted to comment on how well the b&w conversion is in camera. I have messed with achieving optimal b&w and toned images for my wedding work, but straight out of camera the fine JPEGs are unreal. I have the contrast bumped up one, sharpening bumped up one. Anyone else letting the camera work for them in this mode. I certainly know the many benefits of shooting 14bit DMG files, but the workflow is a pain in the ass. I bought this to enjoy photography again 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! 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/112679-m9-35mm-summilux-f14/?do=findComment&comment=1226020'>More sharing options...
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SJP Posted February 14, 2010 Share #2 Posted February 14, 2010 There is very little hype except for the older generations, like me I guess. 99.42857142857143% of the worlds population does not know anything about Leica and therefore does not care. The rest knows but also does not care. So I agree with your conclusions - but not that there is any major hype to contend with. Enjoy your camera it is an amazing piece of art & technology! I have the same feeling that I should have bought one many years ago. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted February 14, 2010 Share #3 Posted February 14, 2010 Congrats and enjoy. I still recommend shooting RAW and converting. This is a piece of cake using Lightroom...takes seconds to do basic conversion, a few minutes to fine tune most images, and even less if you save some frequently used actions (and use good and consistent exposure). You'll have more control; plus, you'll have the full file for any future needs, color option, etc. For me, it's all about the final print. YMMV. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheewai_m6 Posted February 15, 2010 Share #4 Posted February 15, 2010 jeff s is totally right. shooting in raw gives you so much more flexibility and the files are always there to change back, or to change to a totally different look altogether. wish i had an m9. my time will come..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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