wattsy Posted May 14, 2015 Share #1121 Posted May 14, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted May 14, 2015 Posted May 14, 2015 Hi wattsy, Take a look here Monochrom 1 shots -post them here !. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
wilfredo Posted May 14, 2015 Share #1122 Posted May 14, 2015 Was my last post removed by the moderator, or did I fail to hit "POST"? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted May 15, 2015 Share #1123 Posted May 15, 2015 (edited) There are more than enough (ie. too many) categories and subcategories as it is without creating another. It is perfectly appropriate IMO for this thread to include photographs from both flavours of M Monochrom and, if the thread is still running, any future versions. I think I understand your reasoning. Here's why I would prefer a separate thread. I've made Leica camera purchases based on images posted on this forum. I think that has been the most significant influence in my decisions. That was certainly true when I first purchased the M8, and it was true for my Monochrom purchase. I believe others have also been influenced by the photos they have seen here, and not the endless tech chatter. If we mix images from both Monochroms here, it won't be clear what camera produced what image, unless it is stated, and not everyone will bother with naming their camera. Perhaps we need a new category (not a sub category in the "Other" section) for photos from particular cameras that anyone can go to, at any time, to check-out the photos. It's something to consider. I started the M8 Thread to distinguish M8 photos from M9 photos. As far as I can tell, that's been a successful thread. Why not do more of this? It works! Edited May 15, 2015 by wilfredo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted May 15, 2015 Share #1124 Posted May 15, 2015 (edited) What really works is actually using and comparing different cameras, working with the files and making prints from each. But that requires time, work and an objective view. I wonder why good camera reviewers actually test their cameras instead of looking at pics online from strangers. BTW, if this thread ends up with pics from different MM iterations, and the camera source ends up being confusing to you…I wonder what that would tell you. If you're so sure about CCD/CMOS, you should have no problem doing your own sorting. Jeff Edited May 15, 2015 by Jeff S 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted May 15, 2015 Share #1125 Posted May 15, 2015 (edited) Wilfredo, on May 14, 2015 - 20:28, said: "I've made Leica camera purchases based on images posted on this forum." I'm in the same boat, Wilfredo. This damn forum has cost me a small fortune. Edited May 15, 2015 by fotografr 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted May 15, 2015 Share #1126 Posted May 15, 2015 In the interests of getting the thread back on-topic (more photos, fewer words) here are a few more. Like the previous three posted above, these are all taken in south west Dorset. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted May 15, 2015 Share #1127 Posted May 15, 2015 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) Wilfredo, on May 14, 2015 - 20:28, said: "I've made Leica camera purchases based on images posted on this forum." I'm in the same boat, Wilfredo. This damn forum has cost me a small fortune. I should also add that it's not just been Camera purchases in the digital camp (M8, D2, MM) but also lenses. However, I did save some money by purchasing a CV 75mm lens, instead of the more expensive Leica alternative, again thanks largely to photographs posted on this forum. Photographic tones (at least to my eyes) speak louder to me than technical comparisons. I have a wonderful Canon DSLR, which has hardly been touched since I purchased the MM, why? I just don't get the same satisfaction from most B&W images (and I've gotten some very decent B&W's out of the Canon). When photographing people, B&W skin tones to my eyes, look most realistic with the Leica MM, than any other digital "walk around" camera I can think of. 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! Edited May 15, 2015 by wilfredo 2 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/359803-monochrom-1-shots-post-them-here/?do=findComment&comment=2816458'>More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted May 15, 2015 Share #1128 Posted May 15, 2015 Classic MMI - Love the skin tones! 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 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/359803-monochrom-1-shots-post-them-here/?do=findComment&comment=2816472'>More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted May 18, 2015 Share #1129 Posted May 18, 2015 MMI 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! 1 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/359803-monochrom-1-shots-post-them-here/?do=findComment&comment=2817825'>More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted May 18, 2015 Share #1130 Posted May 18, 2015 (edited) MMI 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! Edited May 18, 2015 by wilfredo 3 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/359803-monochrom-1-shots-post-them-here/?do=findComment&comment=2818035'>More sharing options...
profus Posted May 23, 2015 Share #1131 Posted May 23, 2015 and a 12500 shot hand-held with my Voigt 12/5.6 ...... which shows you just how dark this church is inside ...... L9000022-2.jpg Like this shot from your church series best! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkP Posted May 25, 2015 Share #1132 Posted May 25, 2015 (edited) Passing thunderstorm. Echo Point. Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia Monochrom 1.4/35 Summilux ASPH (FLE) - just before I dropped the lens . 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! Edited May 25, 2015 by MarkP 14 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/359803-monochrom-1-shots-post-them-here/?do=findComment&comment=2821699'>More sharing options...
thebarnman Posted May 31, 2015 Share #1133 Posted May 31, 2015 I forget the order in which it goes from elevated to highest contrast. I think it's Yellow, Orange Red. The point is, a quick and easy way to remember it is the darker the filter, the more contrast you will get. I keep reading the most popular is Yellow #8. With your M 246, I would simply take three images of the same subject each, with a different filter to see what works best. Of course using a Red filter, you picked the one with the highest contrast. Yellow; Darkens skies slightly and increases contrast with clouds and reduces haze. Pleasing skin tones in women. Orange; Stronger effect than yellow and may darken sky considerably. Red; Produces very dramatic skies, darkens foliage and reduces haze If you want to lighten foliage, use Green. It darkens skies a little bit and is good for photographing men. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer Posted May 31, 2015 Share #1134 Posted May 31, 2015 Full size version M246, Summilux 35mm f/1.4 asph FLE 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! 7 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/359803-monochrom-1-shots-post-them-here/?do=findComment&comment=2825050'>More sharing options...
MarkP Posted May 31, 2015 Share #1135 Posted May 31, 2015 Hmmm, yes I take your point. I think now the red filter was certainly a mistake, admittedly is was a bit of an experiment as I've never used a red one before, and although I did want to emphasise the clouds they've have probably ended up over emphasised and the lake too 'busy'. Orange filter next time and lighter hand on those sliders? Orange is a really good compromise, if a filter is needed at all. ...and just remember that however far you want to move that slider, bring it back some - less is more Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted June 4, 2015 Share #1136 Posted June 4, 2015 Hmmm, yes I take your point. I think now the red filter was certainly a mistake, admittedly is was a bit of an experiment as I've never used a red one before, and although I did want to emphasise the clouds they've have probably ended up over emphasised and the lake too 'busy'. Orange filter next time and lighter hand on those sliders? One thing to consider, when Ansel Adams first used a Red filter on his lens, that's when his photographs finally came to life! In the end it is all a matter of taste. If you like drama, Red will stir things up for you when shooting skies. Here's a recent shot using a Yellow/Orange filter (B+W Yellow/Orange #16) on a super wide 15mm Voigtlander attached to my MMI. I've done shots using a Yellow filter, but this Yellow/Orange filter seems to be emerging as my favorite. It's also great on skin tones. Not sure how it will render on your M246, but you might want to give it a try. 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 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/359803-monochrom-1-shots-post-them-here/?do=findComment&comment=2827863'>More sharing options...
wattsy Posted June 6, 2015 Share #1137 Posted June 6, 2015 Summer's pretty much arrived. Both photos from Salthouse on the north Norfolk coast. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 6, 2015 Share #1138 Posted June 6, 2015 (edited) One thing to consider, when Ansel Adams first used a Red filter on his lens, that's when his photographs finally came to life! Much of that was due to his later print interpretations of earlier negs, as evidenced by this series...spanning 34 years…of his famous Moonrise…. http://www.andrewsmithgallery.com/exhibitions/anseladams/arrington/arrington_adams.html The filter only did so much…he did the rest…and that changed over time. Jeff Edited June 6, 2015 by Jeff S Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnwolf Posted July 10, 2015 Share #1139 Posted July 10, 2015 I must say, this is the best images thread I recall seeing on any forum. I just received a lightly used Monochrom a couple days ago and hope to contribute soon. You all have set a high standard. John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrism Posted July 12, 2015 Share #1140 Posted July 12, 2015 (edited) Summarit 75: Chelsie by chrism229, on Flickr Rob by chrism229, on Flickr Chris Edited July 12, 2015 by chrism 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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