jonnyboy Posted September 17, 2022 Share #61 Posted September 17, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) I hear you, but as I said, I have only a 50mm Summicron IV and I'm not planning to get any new M lenses - I much prefer the Zeiss. Anyway....I had a great morning in the Store today - impeccable service. I brought my lens and my laptop and I was trying the camera as throughly as I could - luckily, the guy liaising with me had good knowledge of the filming side of Leica so he could set everything I ask for. Really impressed with the out-of-the-camera look...great image stabilisation and ISO capabilities way superior than Sony. 12K the image is still clean whilst Sony has a tiny bit of grain. They had this second hand model for a great price, the camera looks immaculate, strap unwrapped etc. I just couldn't resist so I pulled the trigger, here I am on a L system now! I'm really looking forward to put the camera under heavy work, both with videos and photos. I finally experienced the manual focusing system which as it was mentioned before it's very fluid. If you try to mount an M lens on a Sony body it makes you wanna throw the camera on the floor. Leica really nailed that part. I got a cheap adapter from Amazon for now, I will have a look for a used Leica converter in the next few weeks. 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! 2 Quote 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/335884-do-i-need-an-sl2-s/?do=findComment&comment=4511059'>More sharing options...
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jonnyboy Posted September 17, 2022 Share #62 Posted September 17, 2022 Straight off the camera look - pretty awesome. 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! 3 Quote 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/335884-do-i-need-an-sl2-s/?do=findComment&comment=4511063'>More sharing options...
BernardC Posted September 17, 2022 Share #63 Posted September 17, 2022 17 minutes ago, jonnyboy said: I hear you, but as I said, I have only a 50mm Summicron IV and I'm not planning to get any new M lenses - I much prefer the Zeiss. One option is to get your Summicron coded. Leica offers this service at a fixed price, which includes a basic service and calibration, but most Leica specialists will do this for a small additional fee (on top of a regular CLA). I use a ZM Planar 50 with a helicoid adapter. This allows me to focus closer on the SL, approximately down-to 40cm. My adapter is from Hawks factory, which is a one-man shop in Taipei, but there are other options available from Kipon and 7Artisans. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixeljohn22 Posted September 18, 2022 Share #64 Posted September 18, 2022 On 9/6/2022 at 7:00 PM, Laharrier said: Definitely give it a try. My production partner is a Sony guy. A7III and a couple A6400’s in the cabinet. The SL2S has no problem hanging with those cameras on video, and I’d take the SL2S over any of the sonys for photos. Been using with my M glass and it’s a magical combo as I’m sure you’ve heard people say. I bought my kit “open box” used (it was brand new) for $5400. Body and the Leica 24-70 2.8, 2 years of warranty bla bla. I could’ve spent that much on a song rig with the G master 24-70, but at that point - why? I think this camera is really Leica making a choice to compete with the other commercial cameras on the market. Performance is as good or better and the price is close enough. If you don't mind me asking where were you able to find the "open box"? I'm in the USA. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laharrier Posted September 20, 2022 Author Share #65 Posted September 20, 2022 On 9/18/2022 at 11:23 AM, pixeljohn22 said: If you don't mind me asking where were you able to find the "open box"? I'm in the USA. Thanks in advance. This was secured through a camera shop in my area who regularly gets stuff like this. They're at Cardinalcameraused.com - Ive done a few deals with them in the past and they're always willing to negotiate as well as trade. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laharrier Posted September 20, 2022 Author Share #66 Posted September 20, 2022 On 9/17/2022 at 9:47 AM, jonnyboy said: I hear you, but as I said, I have only a 50mm Summicron IV and I'm not planning to get any new M lenses - I much prefer the Zeiss. Anyway....I had a great morning in the Store today - impeccable service. I brought my lens and my laptop and I was trying the camera as throughly as I could - luckily, the guy liaising with me had good knowledge of the filming side of Leica so he could set everything I ask for. Really impressed with the out-of-the-camera look...great image stabilisation and ISO capabilities way superior than Sony. 12K the image is still clean whilst Sony has a tiny bit of grain. They had this second hand model for a great price, the camera looks immaculate, strap unwrapped etc. I just couldn't resist so I pulled the trigger, here I am on a L system now! I'm really looking forward to put the camera under heavy work, both with videos and photos. I finally experienced the manual focusing system which as it was mentioned before it's very fluid. If you try to mount an M lens on a Sony body it makes you wanna throw the camera on the floor. Leica really nailed that part. I got a cheap adapter from Amazon for now, I will have a look for a used Leica converter in the next few weeks. 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! Congrats. Amazing camera with M lenses. The L mount glass is also incredible, but very large. I initially bought a TT artisans adapter, and while the function was fine, I didn't like the way it fit. It felt a hair too tight on the mount. I ended up picking up a mint in the box Leica adapter for $300, an insane price for an adapter but I know that it focuses accurately at infinity and I like that it writes the lens data in the files. Looks good too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixeljohn22 Posted September 20, 2022 Share #67 Posted September 20, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) Thank you!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted September 26, 2022 Share #68 Posted September 26, 2022 Do you guys use screen protectors on the SL2-s? and if you do, does it lose the sensitivity on the touch screen? Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankX Posted September 26, 2022 Share #69 Posted September 26, 2022 vor 5 Stunden schrieb jonnyboy: Do you guys use screen protectors on the SL2-s? and if you do, does it lose the sensitivity on the touch screen? Thanks Works great with screen protectors… 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted September 26, 2022 Share #70 Posted September 26, 2022 Also (I think I'm going crazy) when Im in photo mode, I can see only A (auto) or M (manual) exposure mode, I don't see any P or S? Am I missing something? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke_Miller Posted September 27, 2022 Share #71 Posted September 27, 2022 5 hours ago, jonnyboy said: Also (I think I'm going crazy) when Im in photo mode, I can see only A (auto) or M (manual) exposure mode, I don't see any P or S? Am I missing something? With an M lens like your 50 Summicron P and S modes are not available. Both modes require the camera to control the aperture which is not possible with an M lens. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted September 27, 2022 Share #72 Posted September 27, 2022 How come Shutter Priority is available on M bodies then?! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocalHero1953 Posted September 27, 2022 Share #73 Posted September 27, 2022 4 minutes ago, jonnyboy said: How come Shutter Priority is available on M bodies then?! It isn't! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoworks Posted September 27, 2022 Share #74 Posted September 27, 2022 on the M you can use aperture priority and shutter priority at the same time! LOL just put ISO in auto 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted September 27, 2022 Share #75 Posted September 27, 2022 Really nice jpegs straight out of the camera by the way. Really really nice. So far I'm loving the camera...I'm still getting a bit lost with all the functions (i'm coming from an M246) but I will get around it. The fact you can simply long-press a button to assign a custom functionality is the smartest thing I've seen in a digital camera, all other brands should take notes. Quite heavy to carry on the neck or shoulder for long period but it is what it is. Battery life could be better. Looking for a nice strap now, the Leica one is quite comfy but looks a bit dated imo. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laharrier Posted September 30, 2022 Author Share #76 Posted September 30, 2022 On 9/27/2022 at 11:08 AM, jonnyboy said: Really nice jpegs straight out of the camera by the way. Really really nice. So far I'm loving the camera...I'm still getting a bit lost with all the functions (i'm coming from an M246) but I will get around it. The fact you can simply long-press a button to assign a custom functionality is the smartest thing I've seen in a digital camera, all other brands should take notes. Quite heavy to carry on the neck or shoulder for long period but it is what it is. Battery life could be better. Looking for a nice strap now, the Leica one is quite comfy but looks a bit dated imo. Agreed, the weight of the camera with the L mount zooms is a handful. I used my rig for an event recently and the Leica strap just doesn’t work. Ordered a Peak Design Leash as it will float better on the strap lugs. Tremendous camera though. Color rendering and handling of highlights blows my other cameras out of the water. As a still camera I’m not sure you can get better output from many other bodies on the market. Autofocus isn’t great, but manually focusing is more effective for me most of the time anyway. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted September 30, 2022 Share #77 Posted September 30, 2022 20 minutes ago, Laharrier said: Ordered a Peak Design Leash as it will float better on the strap lugs. Works for me, although I attach second anchor to provided small base plate so that lens lays flat against hip when using strap over shoulder or cross body. Jeff Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted October 4, 2022 Share #78 Posted October 4, 2022 I went to shoot my first concert yesterday with SL2-S + 50mm Summicron V4 - really enjoyed every shots! Compared with an M is as enjoyable although much more missed in terms of focusing/framing. Compared to Sony....well, it's not even comparable: SL2-S is much more enjoyable and the amount of 'keeper' is actually higher. The autofocus in Sony may seems fast and everything but (at least with live photographer) it often lock on the microphone or hand (even though it's on Face AF). Really really positive experience and absolutely chuffed with my purchase! 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! 5 Quote 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/335884-do-i-need-an-sl2-s/?do=findComment&comment=4524244'>More sharing options...
Jon Warwick Posted October 4, 2022 Share #79 Posted October 4, 2022 2 hours ago, jonnyboy said: I went to shoot my first concert yesterday with SL2-S + 50mm Summicron V4 - really enjoyed every shots! Compared with an M is as enjoyable although much more missed in terms of focusing/framing. Are you saying you missed more shots in terms of focusing/framing with the SL? If so, I’m sure it’s just practice, I daresay many people often explain how the SL can facilitate accurate focusing compared to their Ms Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyboy Posted October 4, 2022 Share #80 Posted October 4, 2022 16 minutes ago, Jon Warwick said: Are you saying you missed more shots in terms of focusing/framing with the SL? If so, I’m sure it’s just practice, I daresay many people often explain how the SL can facilitate accurate focusing compared to their Ms Oh no sorry my bad! Quite the opposite! Almost every shot was in focus! Really impressed how easy is to manually focus... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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