jaapv Posted November 5, 2007 Share #1 Posted November 5, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/nature-wildlife/37881-weary-warrior.html#post395797 And I'll be adding to this thread.....:p Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted November 5, 2007 Posted November 5, 2007 Hi jaapv, Take a look here Now, is the M8 not a wildlife camera?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Shootist Posted November 5, 2007 Share #2 Posted November 5, 2007 http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/nature-wildlife/37881-weary-warrior.html#post395797 And I'll be adding to this thread.....:p Not that I don't like your shot, I do, but using the VF 2 on a M8 is really not RF fotography. Take that same shot with a 135-2.8/3.4/4, at a distance to capture the same image, and then it would be RF fotography. Although you might not be here to post the results. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtmerideth Posted November 5, 2007 Share #3 Posted November 5, 2007 Welcome back Jaap. Wonderful photo. Can't wait to see the others. gary Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted November 5, 2007 Author Share #4 Posted November 5, 2007 hotoAnd this one I like too much to hide in the photo-forum, sorry. 135/4.0 Specially for you, Ed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nfield Posted November 5, 2007 Share #5 Posted November 5, 2007 Not that I don't like your shot, I do, but using the VF 2 on a M8 is really not RF fotography. Given it was shot with a rangefinder, it sure seems like RF photography to me. I applaud Jaap's ability to adapt his equipment to the task at hand. Provided he didn't have an SLR system as backup, I'm sure he appreciated the lighter load on what looks to be a safari. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted November 5, 2007 Author Share #6 Posted November 5, 2007 Not that I don't like your shot, I do, but using the VF 2 on a M8 is really not RF fotography.Take that same shot with a 135-2.8/3.4/4, at a distance to capture the same image, and then it would be RF fotography. Although you might not be here to post the results. Well, I survived this shot with the 135/40.... http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/nature-wildlife/37879-dont-put-your-finger-his-mouth.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterv Posted November 5, 2007 Share #7 Posted November 5, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Welcome home Jaap. The M8 obviously is THE wildlife camera Nice photo's! Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shootist Posted November 5, 2007 Share #8 Posted November 5, 2007 hotoAnd this one I like too much to hide in the photo-forum, sorry. 135/4.0 Specially for you, Ed Great shot. Was this hand held, monopod or tripod. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tummydoc Posted November 5, 2007 Share #9 Posted November 5, 2007 Not that I don't like your shot, I do, but using the VF 2 on a M8 is really not RF fotography.Take that same shot with a 135-2.8/3.4/4, at a distance to capture the same image, and then it would be RF fotography. Right argument, wrong forum. This isn't Rangefinder Forum, so there's no basis for objecting to the posting of photos made with a Visoflex. It's a genuine, official piece of Leica M kit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shootist Posted November 6, 2007 Share #10 Posted November 6, 2007 Right argument, wrong forum. This isn't Rangefinder Forum, so there's no basis for objecting to the posting of photos made with a Visoflex. It's a genuine, official piece of Leica M kit. Oh please GO AWAY. What I said was in jest. But you could see that. Jaapv could, that is why he responded with the picture of the leopard. Here is another thread you can get in the middle of and try to belittle other posters. Have fun. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEBnewyork Posted November 6, 2007 Share #11 Posted November 6, 2007 hotoAnd this one I like too much to hide in the photo-forum, sorry. 135/4.0 Specially for you, Ed Curious as to what the light source was as it certainly didn't make your subject uncomfortable! Splendid shot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpStart Posted November 6, 2007 Share #12 Posted November 6, 2007 I just bought this lens on ebay and I look forward to trying some wildlife stuff. I will admit though, I'm not selling my Nikon 600mm F4 anytime soon. I think it is more of a wildlife lens and the D300 or D3 will do it justice. I love my M8 DBK Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted November 6, 2007 Author Share #13 Posted November 6, 2007 Great shot. Was this hand held, monopod or tripod. ISO 640, EV-2, 1/30th, handheld, lightsource : spotlight on the vehicle. The only way, imo, to do nighttime photography on safari. Flash will kill all atmosphere and plasticity. Plus, it spooks elephants. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KM-25 Posted November 6, 2007 Share #14 Posted November 6, 2007 Most of my best selling wildlife shots are not ones that fill the frame but instead, tell a better story about surroundings than most. So, sure, the M8 will be a fine wildlife camera. Here is a shot I did while on a climb sunday, the goat was at around 13,000 feet at sunset. Taken with my M3 and 50 collapsable.. 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! 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/37394-now-is-the-m8-not-a-wildlife-camera/?do=findComment&comment=394866'>More sharing options...
jaapv Posted November 6, 2007 Author Share #15 Posted November 6, 2007 I just bought this lens on ebay and I look forward to trying some wildlife stuff. I will admit though, I'm not selling my Nikon 600mm F4 anytime soon. I think it is more of a wildlife lens and the D300 or D3 will do it justice. I love my M8 DBK Interesting thing I noticed this time. When doing wildlife photography in nature reserves one sees quite a number of other serious wildlife photographers. Up to 3 years ago virtually everything was Canon+white lens. But this time, about 90% were using Nikon stuff. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stnami Posted November 6, 2007 Share #16 Posted November 6, 2007 hotoAnd this one I like too much to hide in the photo-forum, sorry. 135/4.0 Specially for you, Ed .........looks like a point and shoot shot from the night zoo in Singapore, did you camp on the grounds or take the tourist train? ...now where is that fishing cat(Prionailurus viverrinus) photo of mine.............. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted November 6, 2007 Author Share #17 Posted November 6, 2007 .........looks like a point and shoot shot from the night zoo in Singapore, did you camp on the grounds or take the tourist train? ...now where is that fishing cat(Prionailurus viverrinus) photo of mine.............. Flaunting ignorance? You sound like somebody who manages to get eaten in the bush....... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stnami Posted November 6, 2007 Share #18 Posted November 6, 2007 nahh pig and roo shooting ....a P&S is cool the buggers are pet food by the time we handle them................................though the odd emu can give a good wollop, a bit of boot scootin quietens the buggers down .......... good tucker though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
larry Posted November 6, 2007 Share #19 Posted November 6, 2007 Jaap, Nice to have you back. Keep posting your shots! Larry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tummydoc Posted November 6, 2007 Share #20 Posted November 6, 2007 Oh please GO AWAY.What I said was in jest. But you could see that. Jaapv could, that is why he responded with the picture of the leopard. Here is another thread you can get in the middle of and try to belittle other posters. Have fun. Once amongst your generally petulant and snide remarks you make a half-arsed stab at "jest", minus smilies. Plus, I'm not the only one who didn't "get" your feeble attempt at wit--if in fact that's what it was-- Given it was shot with a rangefinder, it sure seems like RF photography to me. I applaud Jaap's ability to adapt his equipment to the task at hand. Provided he didn't have an SLR system as backup, I'm sure he appreciated the lighter load on what looks to be a safari. --yet you singled out my response to make a personal attack. Typical. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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