nitroplait Posted 7 hours ago Share #1 Posted 7 hours ago Advertisement (gone after registration) What was the intended benefit of this release-button-extender? - and does it have a product code/name? I couldn't find it on the Leica Wiki M accessory list. It seemingly doesn't improve ergonomics - like the Nikon AR-1 does on a Nikon F, where it lifts the release button above the film advance for easier access and provide a larger contact surface for your finger. The Leitz version actually reduces the finger contact area and doesn't provide a softer release feel like the Nikon AR-1 does. This accessory does not fit a Barnack Leica (where it would have made more sense IMO). 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/425689-what-problem-does-this-accessory-solve/?do=findComment&comment=5899511'>More sharing options...
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frame-it Posted 7 hours ago Share #2 Posted 7 hours ago 28 minutes ago, nitroplait said: What was the intended benefit of this release-button-extender? - and does it have a product code/name? I couldn't find it on the Leica Wiki M accessory list. It seemingly doesn't improve ergonomics - like the Nikon AR-1 does on a Nikon F, where it lifts the release button above the film advance for easier access and provide a larger contact surface for your finger. The Leitz version actually reduces the finger contact area and doesn't provide a softer release feel like the Nikon AR-1 does. This accessory does not fit a Barnack Leica (where it would have made more sense IMO). 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! Description: LEITZ: Rare chrome 14088 OZTNO cable release adapter, c. 1955. Enables the use of screw-type cable releases on Leica M cameras. https://auctions.leski.com.au/lot-details/index/catalog/615/lot/207353/LEITZ-Rare-chrome-14088-OZTNO-cable-release-adapter-c-1955-Enables-the-use-of-screw-type-cable-releases-on-Leica-M-cameras?url=%2Fauctions%2Fcatalog%2Fid%2F615%3Fpage%3D3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitroplait Posted 6 hours ago Author Share #3 Posted 6 hours ago 8 minutes ago, frame-it said: Enables the use of screw-type cable releases on Leica M cameras Great, thanks! OK. So you would buy this thing in order to use your Barnack cable-release on your M (instead of buying a new cable release). No wonder it is rare 😆 Thanks for the link. I guess it is Australian $280, but still! I see it advertised for €200 in Europe! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250swb Posted 6 hours ago Share #4 Posted 6 hours ago The Nikon AR-1 is commonly referred to as a soft release adapter, but many believe it was originally to bring the finger nearer to the shutter speed dial when using a Photomic head. I suspect the Leica adapter does something similar because height isn't necessary for a soft release, only area (which this doesn't have). So is there something like a Visoflex that it would work alongside? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandro Posted 4 hours ago Share #5 Posted 4 hours ago No it would be too high for the releas arm of the Visoflex. In fact it would make use of the Visoflex as good as impossible. I never tried it though. Lex Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
scattered-light Posted 4 hours ago Share #6 Posted 4 hours ago (edited) That's OZTNO, it allows the APDOO self timer to run on a M2. If a user has a nice complicated close focus or scientific setup for Leica screw mount cameras with double cable release (think early reflex housings, bellows ....), the adapter allows to re-use this setup with a M Leica (of course a M-LTM adapter will be needed as well). From my point of view, it has never been intended as a "soft release". Best regards, Peter. Edited 4 hours ago by scattered-light 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UliWer Posted 3 hours ago Share #7 Posted 3 hours ago (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) 1 hour ago, sandro said: No it would be too high for the releas arm of the Visoflex. In fact it would make use of the Visoflex as good as impossible. That‘s true for the Visoflex II or III. The Visoflex I didn‘t have the arms but only the double release. You could fix one release cable to the M camera with the OZTNO and the other on the Visoflex body, where you could fix it directly the same way as with a screwmount Leica. Edited 3 hours ago by UliWer Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted 2 hours ago Share #8 Posted 2 hours ago Helps if you have half your index finger amputated? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry Attrik Posted 1 hour ago Share #9 Posted 1 hour ago It also allows the use of the early mechanical flash synchronising attachment on the shutter speed dial without huge human fingers fouling the mechanism. (just a thought)😥 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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