panoreserve Posted May 21, 2017 Share #21 Posted May 21, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Avoiding a firmware update is not just because of the risk of residual bugs. You might actually prefer an older functionality that is changed by new firmware. Just think of the response on this forum when the next M10 firmware brings back video . The upcoming FW 3.0 will bring us a lot of substantial enhancements - I state it would be rather foolish to ignore them... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted May 21, 2017 Posted May 21, 2017 Hi panoreserve, Take a look here New Firmware 3.0. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Joshua Lowe Posted May 21, 2017 Share #22 Posted May 21, 2017 That's a great list of improvements. I was playing with AFc and video just yesterday. I'm hopeful that this firmware addresses the focus "pulsing" that happens when using AFc to record subjects moving toward the camera. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikewest Posted May 21, 2017 Share #23 Posted May 21, 2017 Does the focal point stay where you left it after taking the shot with M lenses? I hope so... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Branch Posted May 21, 2017 Share #24 Posted May 21, 2017 Infortunately the list does not include an option to switch off all video functions. I don't want or need them and accidentally enabaling video mode had lost me some unrepeatable pictures. The M240 eventually got this feature, admittedly it was far too easy to select video, but still not the SL. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Black Posted May 22, 2017 Share #25 Posted May 22, 2017 Does the focal point stay where you left it after taking the shot with M lenses? I hope so... Maybe... I'm hoping this is just poorly written - "Improved usability in play mode when zooming to 1:1 (100%), location gets stored to easy access the same location." I don't get why we need this in "Play" mode because that's just a simple double tap on the rear screen. Hopefully a beta tester will chime in and confirm or deny. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
matnz Posted May 22, 2017 Share #26 Posted May 22, 2017 Infortunately the list does not include an option to switch off all video functions. I don't want or need them and accidentally enabaling video mode had lost me some unrepeatable pictures. The M240 eventually got this feature, admittedly it was far too easy to select video, but still not the SL. You can can take stills when shooting video, so even if you accidentally start recording there is a good chance you can still get the shot or worst case, if you set video at 4K resolution, you could grab a frame from the video. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steppenw0lf Posted May 22, 2017 Share #27 Posted May 22, 2017 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) I am very keen on seeing the fully-electronic shutter. On a7R II there are severe limitations (see reports from Philipp Reeve https://phillipreeve.net/blog/limitations-of-the-electronic-shutter-function/ and Jim Kasson http://blog.kasson.com ) resulting in the recommendation not to use it if above 1/500th second. (And to expect negative influences on bokeh using EFCS ...) I wonder if the SL has similar limits or allows using the full range. That would be an achievement - especially considering it comes with a simple upgrade. Edited May 22, 2017 by steppenw0lf Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thighslapper Posted May 22, 2017 Share #28 Posted May 22, 2017 " I don't get why we need this in "Play" mode because that's just a simple double tap on the rear screen. Hopefully a beta tester will chime in and confirm or deny. Beta Testers sign a non-disclosure agreement and risk all their gear being confiscated by Leica as a punishment if they even mention the word f*rmware. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
profus Posted May 22, 2017 Share #29 Posted May 22, 2017 Personally I REALLY REALLY hope the focal point stays where you left it after taking the shot with M lenses Second that! Something we have asked for from the day 1... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steppenw0lf Posted May 22, 2017 Share #30 Posted May 22, 2017 Press the panic button and wait until the firmware is here. Oh sorry, forgot that there is no panic button... please put it on the list. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyboy Posted May 22, 2017 Share #31 Posted May 22, 2017 It seems I am one of the few video users here in that forum, but I dare to adress a wish: Please open up the possibility to manually control the audio level! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexP Posted May 22, 2017 Share #32 Posted May 22, 2017 well..an upgrade still better than NO UPGRADE. Just be grateful that Leica is even working on it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff S Posted May 22, 2017 Share #33 Posted May 22, 2017 It seems I am one of the few video users here in that forum, but I dare to adress a wish: Please open up the possibility to manually control the audio level! And keep AF-C engaged with a single click of the shutter instead of requiring either constant half-press pressure OR a remote release cable to keep AF-C engaged Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee1972 Posted May 23, 2017 Share #34 Posted May 23, 2017 Second that! Something we have asked for from the day 1... Yep, I'm all for that also. It would be even better if the focal point and the spot meter were also locked; that would be really useful for portraiture. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
antigallican Posted May 23, 2017 Share #35 Posted May 23, 2017 Infortunately the list does not include an option to switch off all video functions. I don't want or need them and accidentally enabaling video mode had lost me some unrepeatable pictures. The M240 eventually got this feature, admittedly it was far too easy to select video, but still not the SL. heartfelt agreement here. I managed somehow to get the wretched thing into video mode mid wedding recently. Could I get it out? Not quickly. Luckily I have my base settings saved as a 'user' so I was able to go back to that. I wish the video would go away. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
antigallican Posted May 23, 2017 Share #36 Posted May 23, 2017 I am very keen on seeing the fully-electronic shutter. On a7R II there are severe limitations (see reports from Philipp Reeve https://phillipreeve.net/blog/limitations-of-the-electronic-shutter-function/ and Jim Kasson http://blog.kasson.com ) resulting in the recommendation not to use it if above 1/500th second. (And to expect negative influences on bokeh using EFCS ...) I wonder if the SL has similar limits or allows using the full range. That would be an achievement - especially considering it comes with a simple upgrade. I have had a few very distorted pictures using the electronic shutter. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee1972 Posted May 23, 2017 Share #37 Posted May 23, 2017 I have had a few very distorted pictures using the electronic shutter. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I've never tried it on the SL as the shutter is so unobtrusive and what noise it does make is lovely so I've never felt the need to. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
antigallican Posted May 23, 2017 Share #38 Posted May 23, 2017 I've never tried it on the SL as the shutter is so unobtrusive and what noise it does make is lovely so I've never felt the need to. of course you're right. But you know, 400 asa, bright sunlight gets brighter, the iris is wide and suddenly boom you're on 16000 th. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
panoreserve Posted May 23, 2017 Share #39 Posted May 23, 2017 Yep, I'm all for that also. It would be even better if the focal point and the spot meter were also locked; that would be really useful for portraiture. That works fantastically with the two Varios (and, of course, with the SL 50), but not with the adapted M-Lenses. Neither in the future, I fear... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee1972 Posted May 23, 2017 Share #40 Posted May 23, 2017 That works fantastically with the two Varios (and, of course, with the SL 50), but not with the adapted M-Lenses. Neither in the future, I fear... Is that right? I didn't know that. I can't see why it would need to be a function of the lens though, i.e. why it couldn't be implemented via firmware? I actually tried the 50SL yesterday. It is wrist snappingly heavy; I think you really need the vertical grip to use it effectively for portraits. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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