kidigital Posted April 2, 2007 Share #1 Posted April 2, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) I spent a few days in Las Vegas last week and brought the M8 along for the ride. No Elvis sightings, but plenty of inspiration for photo taking. The trip provided a great opportunity to experiment with the CV12 and Leica 135 apo on a few shots. Here's the link: http://mequon.zenfolio.com/p748871119/ Kurt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted April 2, 2007 Posted April 2, 2007 Hi kidigital, Take a look here M8 Goes to Vegas. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Guest guy_mancuso Posted April 2, 2007 Share #2 Posted April 2, 2007 Nice Kurt working on getting both:D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipotto Posted April 2, 2007 Share #3 Posted April 2, 2007 I love Just as the Night, So are We Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_lpoels Posted April 2, 2007 Share #4 Posted April 2, 2007 Nice Kurt working on getting both:D You made excellent Photos. Done on tripod? L.Poels Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmb_ Posted April 3, 2007 Share #5 Posted April 3, 2007 Nice gallery Kurt. My 2 favorites are The Crowd Watches and Breathe. Looks like the M8 had a nice time in Vegas! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidigital Posted April 3, 2007 Author Share #6 Posted April 3, 2007 Thanks for the comments Guy, Philip, Lambert and Charles. No tripod ... just a Luigi strap as I walked among the crowds. Guy, the CV12 is nice as I keep it set on infinity and fire away at anything I feel is interesting. Since I purchased it several months ago, I haven't used the CV15. Even when the WATE arrives, I will keep this lens as it is really wide and a lot of fun to shoot with on the M8. I found the 135 to be much easier to work with than I thought it would be to use. I simply use my right thumb to push up the 90mm frame and use a distance about half way between the focus patch and the 90mm frame as my imaginary frame. Although I miss the reach of the longer lenses I once had with the module system, the 135 can be used for a few wildlife shots ... the attached is from a few minutes ago. Kurt 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/20464-m8-goes-to-vegas/?do=findComment&comment=218880'>More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted April 3, 2007 Share #7 Posted April 3, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) This lens is on my extremely short list like tomorrow as part of a trade. LOL Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted April 3, 2007 Share #8 Posted April 3, 2007 Kurt were did you get your 12mm from Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Roberts Posted April 3, 2007 Share #9 Posted April 3, 2007 Wow--nice shots, Kurt! I just got back from Vegas myself, and am working through the ton of shots I took, mostly at night! I mainly used the CV 15, 21 and 28, and the Leica 35 lux, Nocti and 75 lux. That I can take all that, plus the 50 lux, 24 and 28 Elmarit Leicas in a small bag (with three batteries) just kills me! I'll post a link to somewhere when they're done! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brucek Posted April 3, 2007 Share #10 Posted April 3, 2007 Kurt: Wonderful pictures! But they're making me lust for a Noctilux... <sigh> Bruce Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidigital Posted April 3, 2007 Author Share #11 Posted April 3, 2007 Thanks for all of the comments. Guy, you will be impressed with the 135 apo. I bought the CV12 lens from cameraquest. Jamie, I look forward to the link when you can post it...it's a great city for night photography. Bruce, I'm smitten with the Noctilux. But, I also love the 50lux asph. I brought both with because I find it hard to choose between the two. All of the M glass is simply wonderful. Kurt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogopix Posted April 3, 2007 Share #12 Posted April 3, 2007 Thanks for all of the comments. Guy, you will be impressed with the 135 apo. I bought the CV12 lens from cameraquest. Jamie, I look forward to the link when you can post it...it's a great city for night photography. Bruce, I'm smitten with the Noctilux. But, I also love the 50lux asph. I brought both with because I find it hard to choose between the two. All of the M glass is simply wonderful. Kurt Dear Kurt Great to see your shots. How is the apo 135? Do you miss the goggles? I have not done much with M8 since it was in Solms recovery! Just got back. I have now a viso and telyt 400mm from Tony (great condition and R and M tubes!) Hiowever, it is quite big and scary to be in public with such a big lens (esp when it looks like an anti-plane missle launcher!) How did you decide on the APO 135 Did you consider the 2.8? others ? I guess there must be 10 different 135mm for the M cameras. best Regards Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenerrolrd Posted April 3, 2007 Share #13 Posted April 3, 2007 Kurt Those are a great series of photos. The CV 12mm really provides some opportunities for a truely unique perspective. Did you use a UV/IR filter and the monster adapter? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidigital Posted April 3, 2007 Author Share #14 Posted April 3, 2007 Hi Victor, the 135 apo is more expensive, but I don't have to mess with the goggles. I am able to focus very well with and without the magnifier. The 3.4 is very nice because it keeps the size of the lens down but keeps the focus zone large enough that it is hard to miss getting accurate focus wide open. I'm impressed, the lens is very sharp wide open. I struggled with decision of which version to choose, but went with the apo version because it is the latest formulation. I also like the Leica apo "look" in longer lenses (after having most of the long R lenses at one time.) Also, Tony at Popflash had a used copy that was priced right. My first M8 came back last week also ... I'm amazed at how long the whole repair and return took. If I hadn't picked up a second body, I would have pulled my hair out. Please post a few images of the set-up and the results of the 400mm set-up. I'm curious, but like the simple, more managable lengths ... for now. Hi Roger, with the CV12 I've been too lazy to add a filter. Since there seems to be a bit of distortion with the whole super wide look, I keep telling myself that any color variation just adds to the effect. Kurt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tashley Posted April 3, 2007 Share #15 Posted April 3, 2007 Kurt, Glad that what happened in Vegas didn't stay there... I really enjoyed seeing these, you have a very individual eye. Thanks Tim Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted April 3, 2007 Share #16 Posted April 3, 2007 Kurt do you think there is a way to fit a IR filter inside the front mount like the 15mm that folks are doing. Could always use a 72 filter holder but like to aviod that or just go naked with this lens Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Roberts Posted April 3, 2007 Share #17 Posted April 3, 2007 Oh--I *did* see Elvis when I was there, BTW 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/20464-m8-goes-to-vegas/?do=findComment&comment=219213'>More sharing options...
chazlin Posted April 3, 2007 Share #18 Posted April 3, 2007 Congrats on a well done portfolio =) I especially like "Just as the Night, So are We" and "Street Performer" =) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradreiman Posted April 4, 2007 Share #19 Posted April 4, 2007 hate to be a downer but since i assume you are looking for critiques... the one shot of the fence with the escort service cards is the only shot in the series that has any kind of "leica" flavor to it. just my opinion of course and i do love that shot of the fence, its outstanding. keep at it....b Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidigital Posted April 5, 2007 Author Share #20 Posted April 5, 2007 Thanks for all of the comments. Tim, the comment about having an "individual eye" means a lot. Thanks for the feedback Brad. Don't worry about it being a downer as I'm my own worst critic. By the way, I remember your series from New Orleans last year ... and I hated it. (Just kidding, it was excellent ... and very Leica-like.) Kurt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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