larsv Posted September 2, 2014 Share #381 Posted September 2, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have zero problems focusing with a rangefinder.........My point was simply: Focus and recompose is not 100% accurate. It just isn't. Human beings are not mechanically perfect and precise tools, and that's how things are. I'll just repeat: Rangefinders are not for you. In addition, you might just be wrong on more than one count. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 Hi larsv, Take a look here What do you want in the next digital M?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
indergaard Posted September 2, 2014 Share #382 Posted September 2, 2014 I have zero problems focusing with a rangefinder.........My point was simply: Focus and recompose is not 100% accurate. It just isn't. Human beings are not mechanically perfect and precise tools, and that's how things are. I'll just repeat: Rangefinders are not for you. In addition, you might just be wrong on more than one count. I'd appreciate if you give me good reasons as to why, when I've never had any problem focusing rangefinders even under the most difficult situations? And in regards to focus and recompose for wide-open shooting, it is not as accurate as just being able to move the focus patch and accurately focus without the need for recomposing at all, especially for close-ups and product type shoots where 100% accuracy is vital, and where the camera is tripod mounted. If you want, in regards to my last point, I'd happily provide you 10+ articles from reputable photographers that state the exact same thing. Let me know! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted September 2, 2014 Share #383 Posted September 2, 2014 Only if you are working from a tripod and your subject is not moving. In a dynamic situation it is all untenable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted September 2, 2014 Share #384 Posted September 2, 2014 I'd appreciate if you give me good reasons as to why, when I've never had any problem focusing rangefinders even under the most difficult situations? And in regards to focus and recompose for wide-open ...] ! Recomposing seems to be tightly coupled with experience, and also to a person's expectations. I am happy to make a happy compromise because I have never rejected a compelling RF photo because it was off by a bit, and sometimes much more. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheshireCat Posted September 8, 2014 Share #385 Posted September 8, 2014 Only if you are working from a tripod and your subject is not moving. In a dynamic situation it is all untenable. The best modern AF cameras such as the 1Dx work really well on a user-selected AF area, even with fast moving subject. You can also focus and recompose with the camera tracking the original focus point. This works so well that no wonder those who tried these new technologies consider the RF a primitive and approximative tool. I am with them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Ash Posted September 8, 2014 Share #386 Posted September 8, 2014 The best modern AF cameras such as the 1Dx work really well on a user-selected AF area, even with fast moving subject. You can also focus and recompose with the camera tracking the original focus point. This works so well that no wonder those who tried these new technologies consider the RF a primitive and approximative tool. I am with them. The M is a rangefinder! Do you order fish when you want a steak? Regards Steve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheshireCat Posted September 8, 2014 Share #387 Posted September 8, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) The M is a rangefinder! Do you order fish when you want a steak? Sometimes I order fish, sometimes I order steak. I like a varied diet, makes me happier I just wanted to put things into perspective... seems some people believe cows can swim better than fish in the ocean.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodies Posted September 8, 2014 Share #388 Posted September 8, 2014 Have you ever tried milking a fish? No, exactly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
viramati Posted September 8, 2014 Share #389 Posted September 8, 2014 I would like 1. Moveable focus point in LV 2. No black out of image after picture taken in LV 3. sensor cleaning mechanism 4, electronic shutter (not vital but would be nice) 5. That it wakes me up in the morning and makes the breakfast Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Lss- Posted September 8, 2014 Share #390 Posted September 8, 2014 What do you want in the next digital M? A fresh battery and my memory card. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirekti Posted October 15, 2014 Share #391 Posted October 15, 2014 Adding this This new battery charges to 70% in two minutes, and lasts for 20 years to the list. ;-) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted October 16, 2014 Share #392 Posted October 16, 2014 Have you ever tried milking a fish? Ok, this must pretty much signal that end is here for this thread? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanSchaller Posted October 20, 2014 Share #393 Posted October 20, 2014 I have a Monochrom and M9. I love them both and wouldn't change much but... I would love to see a Monochrom with longer battery life, a bump up to 8000 shutter speed, and if I'm honest an easier to access memory card and battery slot! I love the old school bottom plate, but it's not really necessary on a digital camera. So not much really. Also a M240 with a CCD sensor would be very interesting! Here are some of my shots taken with the Monochrom, and a couple from my M9 using either a 35mm Summciron ASPH or a 50mm Summicron V5. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127753524@N02/ Alan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanetomlane Posted October 22, 2014 Share #394 Posted October 22, 2014 I'd like to find a 22 cart diamond in my next M; otherwise I'm perfectly happy with the one I've got. _______________ Cheers, Tom Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheshireCat Posted October 22, 2014 Share #395 Posted October 22, 2014 I'd like to find a 22 cart diamond in my next M; otherwise I'm perfectly happy with the one I've got. You will have to settle for a sapphire Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdk Posted October 22, 2014 Share #396 Posted October 22, 2014 My Essentials: 1) 36-56 MP CMOS Sensor (24 MP model available at lower cost) 2) Optional 0.58X and 0.85X optical viewfinder/rangefinder (0.68X finder with 24, 25 or 28mm sucks - 0.58X is wonderful for the wideangle use that are a Leica M camera’s forte) 3) Scrollable Live View/ Split Screen Live View for landscape work 4) Optional high resolution EVF, with support for higher resolution future EVF models 5) Custom lens profiling in camera to correct for color casts or color cast & vignetting, automatic for any 6-bit coded lens, custom profiles for uncoded lenses available via menu selection 7) Fast buffer and high speed SD card support to support rapid shooting 8) Good battery life 9) Global shutter for video mode 10) Electronic first curtain shutter at mid to low speeds (and option to turn on and off) 11) Circa 10-30 millisecond shutter release to exposure start when Electronic First Curtain Shutter is off My Stylistic Wishlist: 6) M9P/MP styling and sapphire glass screen available at product launch 7) A la carte leather and finish choices available Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bocaburger Posted October 23, 2014 Share #397 Posted October 23, 2014 I would like the body to return to M4/M6-classic weight and dimensions. If needed to accomplish that they can leave off the preview lever (again), LED frame lines, EVF port, thumb wheel, movie and LV focus buttons and return to a smaller, lower-res LCD and half-size/capacity battery. I would happily change it out 2x as often. Again if any or all of that is needed beyond redesigning the internal configuration. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodies Posted October 23, 2014 Share #398 Posted October 23, 2014 Replace the arcane shutter speed, aperture and ISO controls with dials to select maximum motion blur, depth of in-focus and acceptable noise level. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheshireCat Posted October 23, 2014 Share #399 Posted October 23, 2014 Replace the arcane shutter speed, aperture and ISO controls with dials to select maximum motion blur, depth of in-focus and acceptable noise level. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
indergaard Posted October 23, 2014 Share #400 Posted October 23, 2014 Keep the 24MP resolution. Anything in the 36-50 range will result in everyone having to run around with tripods to get sharp images. Oh, and give us an insta-bresson feature. You know, a feature that makes it easy to capture iconic images. Oh, and the ability to move the live-view/EVF focus point. Everything else is fine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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