Used SL and 24-90 (mint) from Leica SoHo, NYC

[budjames]

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3 hours ago, EddieCheddar said:

Hi Bud,

I assume you already know this, but just in case...

When shooting with an M lens on the SL camera, once you compose your shot, "tap" on the rear "joystick" and this will zoom in for more accurate focusing.
Once your shot is composed, you can move the focus dot around a bit and hit an exact focus spot and then take the picture without having to recompose.  
With the 0.95 lens, if you focus and then recompose just slightly it will throw off the focus point a bit.

I hope this made sense.  ha

Enjoy!

Yeah, I figured that out immediately. Great feature.

Thanks for suggesting it though.

Regards,
Bud James

Please check out my fine art and travel photography at www.budjames.photography or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/budjamesphoto.

[budjames]

Ok, I couldn't let a great deal pass. This evening I ordered the used 90-280 lens from Leica SoHo that they had advertised on their web site. When I called, I was told that the one advertised was just sold. For the same price, they sold me the store demo that is in new condition with the box, warranty, etc. I saved over $900 over the cost of a new one. 

Now I'm done for a while. I have to give my credit card a break.:)

Regards,
Bud James

Please check out my fine art and travel photography at www.budjames.photography or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/budjamesphoto.

[Chaemono]

vor 4 Stunden schrieb budjames:

Now I'm done for a while. I have to give my credit card a break.:)

Let it catch its breath. It’ll need the strength for the SL2. 

Edited September 17, 2019 by Chaemono

[budjames]

I asked my contact at the Leica SoHo store when the SL2 will be out. He has little official information, however, he thinks that it will be announced in Oct. and start shipping in Nov or Dec. They don't expect to have stock until next year.

I put my name on his list, however, with all of the issues with the new Q2, I might wait to actually buy one. I definitely want to see on in person before or if I do trade in my SL for one.

Regards,
Bud James

Please check out my fine art and travel photography at www.budjames.photography or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/budjamesphoto.

Edited September 17, 2019 by budjames

[Chaemono]

vor einer Stunde schrieb budjames:

I asked my contact at the Leica SoHo store when the SL2 will be out. He has little official information, however, he thinks that it will be announced in Oct. and start shipping in Nov or Dec. They don't expect to have stock until next year.

I put my name on his list, however, with all of the issues with the new Q2, I might wait to actually buy one. I definitely want to see on in person before or if I do trade in my SL for one.

Regards,
Bud James

Please check out my fine art and travel photography at www.budjames.photography or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/budjamesphoto.

You want to see the camera or the IQ and its files?

[budjames]

12 hours ago, Chaemono said:

You want to see the camera or the IQ and its files?

Everything! And, the price, of course.

Regards,
Bud James

Please check out my fine art and travel photography at www.budjames.photography or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/budjamesphoto.

[Chaemono]

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vor 3 Stunden schrieb budjames:

Everything! And, the price, of course.

Regards,
Bud James

Please check out my fine art and travel photography at www.budjames.photography or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/budjamesphoto.

For me DR and quality of the files are the most important criteria. IBIS and AF performance come second. Haptics and design third. Price fourth, because it will be bloody expensive anyway.

[dkmoore]

On ‎9‎/‎17‎/‎2019 at 6:15 AM, budjames said:

I asked my contact at the Leica SoHo store when the SL2 will be out. He has little official information, however, he thinks that it will be announced in Oct. and start shipping in Nov or Dec. They don't expect to have stock until next year.

I put my name on his list, however, with all of the issues with the new Q2, I might wait to actually buy one. I definitely want to see on in person before or if I do trade in my SL for one.

Regards,
Bud James

Please check out my fine art and travel photography at www.budjames.photography or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/budjamesphoto.

Hadn't heard about Q2 issues...Haven't perused the Q section in quite some time but am curious..

[tom0511]

I have used my Q2 for some time now...what are the issues exactly?

[spersky]

I have a general question.  It seems that it is the glass that makes the images so amazing, so why not get a comparable body that is a lot cheaper that can use the excellent Leica glass?  Like a Lumix S1R.  I have been debating this issue for a long time and still have not purchased the Leica system either M or L mount because I just cannot bring myself to buy a digital body at those prices when much cheaper alternative with much better features are already released.

It seems that it is the glass that is the most important aspect now in digital photography and the camera body is almost like the accessory that allows the glass to work.

Best Regards

[Mr.Q]

6 hours ago, tom0511 said:

I have used my Q2 for some time now...what are the issues exactly?

None that I am aware of. I shot with the Q2 for 3 months (before switching to Q-P) with no issues, except for the unobtainium battery of course 
 

57 minutes ago, spersky said:

I have a general question.  It seems that it is the glass that makes the images so amazing, so why not get a comparable body that is a lot cheaper that can use the excellent Leica glass?  Like a Lumix S1R.  I have been debating this issue for a long time and still have not purchased the Leica system either M or L mount because I just cannot bring myself to buy a digital body at those prices when much cheaper alternative with much better features are already released.

It seems that it is the glass that is the most important aspect now in digital photography and the camera body is almost like the accessory that allows the glass to work.

Best Regards

It's always been that way with photography.  Glass > camera body.

And Leica has always been more expensive than it's competition.  The only way to justify buying a SL over a S1R is if you prefer it's design, size, simplicity, haptics, pride of ownership, and heritage. Most people would rather save their money and purchase a camera body with better features. Unfortunately for my bank account, I appreciate all of the things that shooting with a Leica entails. It may not be a sensible choice but neither is choosing a Porsche over a Nissan GT-R.

[spersky]

36 minutes ago, Mr.Q said:

None that I am aware of. I shot with the Q2 for 3 months (before switching to Q-P) with no issues, except for the unobtainium battery of course 
 

It's always been that way with photography.  Glass > camera body.

And Leica has always been more expensive than it's competition.  The only way to justify buying a SL over a S1R is if you prefer it's design, size, simplicity, haptics, pride of ownership, and heritage. Most people would rather save their money and purchase a camera body with better features. Unfortunately for my bank account, I appreciate all of the things that shooting with a Leica entails. It may not be a sensible choice but neither is choosing a Porsche over a Nissan GT-R.

I respect and I honestly do not disagree with your viewpoint.  The lens have always been better than the body, so I guess that is nothing new.  I do love the design and craftsmanship of the Leica bodies although not practical from and price perspective.  At least with the glass you where getting something special for the elevated prices.  I think the bodies have become more of a commodity almost like computers.  Those lenses are timeless though.