Ludwig Gretch Posted October 3, 2008 Share #1 Posted October 3, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi, everyone, I'm new to this forum, may I introduce myself,- the user handle is a combination of the two favourite drum makers that I earned part of my living with, in younger days!. I've just got a mint M2, as a retirement present (to myself!) and allready love it, - after just one roll! - I think it will become a family heirloom!. Next week it goes on holiday to Malta with me, three lenses, and a bundle of Velvia 100,- I'm really looking forward to some good shooting. I've had a couple of screw mount Leicas in the past, but this M2 is 'something else!'. Regards, Dave, (in rainy Yorkshire!) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted October 3, 2008 Posted October 3, 2008 Hi Ludwig Gretch, Take a look here Hello - from a new member!. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
stunsworth Posted October 3, 2008 Share #2 Posted October 3, 2008 Hi Dave, welcome to the forum. You picked an excellent camera to start with. What lens(es) are you using with it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted October 3, 2008 Share #3 Posted October 3, 2008 Dave, Welcome to the forum. Don't forget to post your shots. Wilfredo Benitez-Rivera Photography Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted October 3, 2008 Share #4 Posted October 3, 2008 Dave! Where have you been!? It's always good to welcome another M2-user - as Wilfredo says, by all means post when you can, and enjoy Malta! If Azzo sees this thread I am sure he can give you some better pointers than I, but, Valetta, Medina, Marsaklokk (sp.?) and of course Gozo are all worthy of a visit while you are there. And the buses! Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ludwig Gretch Posted October 3, 2008 Author Share #5 Posted October 3, 2008 Hi Dave, welcome to the forum. You picked an excellent camera to start with. What lens(es) are you using with it? Thanks, Steve....er, dare I mention here?...50mm f2 screw Nikkor, VC 35mm Skopar 'Classic', and....gulp! a 85mm Jupiter f2,- bought for a song!, and performing far better than it has any right to!! - saving the pennies for a Summicron now! Cheers, Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubenkok Posted October 3, 2008 Share #6 Posted October 3, 2008 Hi Dave, Welcome to the forum. Congrats on your new M2 Love to see your pictures All the best Ruben Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgants Posted October 3, 2008 Share #7 Posted October 3, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello, I too am very new and have been lurking for a while. I meant to ask a question about posting images.....Is it okay to post scanned images that have been processed in lightroom? Welcome Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrewer Posted October 3, 2008 Share #8 Posted October 3, 2008 Hello, I too am very new and have been lurking for a while. I meant to ask a question about posting images.....Is it okay to post scanned images that have been processed in lightroom? Welcome Welcome Dave Welcome morgants Sure, post 'em in the photo forum; just make sure they're under about 250K in size and generally 750 x 500 dimensions show without too much scrolling involved Just remember Leica images only unless it's something taken with another brand's product but strongly related to Leica content Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted October 4, 2008 Share #9 Posted October 4, 2008 Hello, I too am very new and have been lurking for a while. I meant to ask a question about posting images.....Is it okay to post scanned images that have been processed in lightroom? Welcome Yes, by all means, and welcome! Wilfredo Benitez-Rivera Photography Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
semrich Posted October 5, 2008 Share #10 Posted October 5, 2008 Welcome to the forum and especially the film forum. Here is where many seem to end up with older Leica cameras and lens, forgoing just digital and adding film to the mix. A lot of familiar stories here, I also recently got an M2 and love it, check the size of the "I Love My MP" thread and other "I Love My M---- threads, here you are certainly welcome. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topoxforddoc Posted October 5, 2008 Share #11 Posted October 5, 2008 Welcome Dave and morgants, Have a good trip. I'm lloking forward to seeing some shots Charlie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Hiles Posted October 5, 2008 Share #12 Posted October 5, 2008 Welcome to you both. This is a very good place. There are a bunch of very nice people who know huge amounts about photography and Leicas in particular. In addition you can see many very fine pictures in a variety of styles. You can - and should - post photos and learn much from other's comments and suggestions. I certainly have. Jump in the pool - the water's fine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ludwig Gretch Posted October 6, 2008 Author Share #13 Posted October 6, 2008 Thanks for the warm welcome to the forum gentlemen, - been spending a little time looking through some of the fine work that's posted here, - lots of exellent stuff to aspire to!. Early in the morning I head for Manchester airport, and my week in Malta, it's our first time, and the exitement is rising!. I like to travel light, on holiday - so it's just my 'new' M2 with a 35 and 90, and as it's quite some time since I did any trannies, I have a stash of Velvia 100 for the trip, - just hope it's not affected by xrays!, this stuff is gettng expensive!!. Last time with slides I used Peak Imaging, and had good service and fast turn round, so it will be a nervous wait for the lab. late next week!. My wife will be using her Nikon digicam again, and often - much to my dismay, her point and shoot efforts put my 'considered art' in the shade! Back in nine days! Regards, Dave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RITskellar Posted October 6, 2008 Share #14 Posted October 6, 2008 Welcome to you and your M2! Oh, and welcome to the EPL... Hull 1 - Tottenham 0 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgants Posted October 6, 2008 Share #15 Posted October 6, 2008 Thank you all for the warm welcome. I have tried to post one file in the photo section but was only able to post a link. This evening I will get the processed roll of tmax 3200 from this weekend past. I hope to post something from that as well. Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrewer Posted October 7, 2008 Share #16 Posted October 7, 2008 I have a stash of Velvia 100 for the trip, - just hope it's not affected by xrays! You should be okay My understanding is the slower the speed the better Definitely don't count on anything going into the hold (which undergoes a more intensive radiologic scan) in your baggage surviving irradiation though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest maddoc2003jp Posted October 7, 2008 Share #17 Posted October 7, 2008 Welcome Dave and morgants !! ... and congrats to the M2 and enjoy your trip to Malta !! Don't worry about the x-rays, from my travel experience Velvia (amd Provia) is safe. Post some photos !! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leitzmac Posted October 8, 2008 Share #18 Posted October 8, 2008 Salutations new guys, I've not been a member all that long either, but have found it to be a very friendly and informative place, I'm sure you will too. In Leica we trust! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
azzo Posted October 11, 2008 Share #19 Posted October 11, 2008 Hi, everyone, I'm new to this forum, may I introduce myself,- the user handle is a combination of the two favourite drum makers that I earned part of my living with, in younger days!. I've just got a mint M2, as a retirement present (to myself!) and allready love it, - after just one roll! - I think it will become a family heirloom!. Next week it goes on holiday to Malta with me, three lenses, and a bundle of Velvia 100,- I'm really looking forward to some good shooting. I've had a couple of screw mount Leicas in the past, but this M2 is 'something else!'. Regards, Dave, (in rainy Yorkshire!) I met this gentleman an hour and a half ago....by pure coincidence! I noticed an M film camera resting proudly on a man's chest from 30 feet away. I guess he noticed my eyes fixed on his camera as he walked towards me. "Proper camera" he said. I said, "Yes I know. Mine's inside." I wanted to introduce him to the Forum but he told me that he had recently signed up and posted on the Film section. And so, I looked it up. Even for only a short while, it was a pleasure meeting you Dave. Welcome to Malta and to the Forum. ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian Lord Posted October 11, 2008 Share #20 Posted October 11, 2008 I met this gentleman an hour and a half ago....by pure coincidence!I noticed an M film camera resting proudly on a man's chest from 30 feet away. I guess he noticed my eyes fixed on his camera as he walked towards me. "Proper camera" he said. I said, "Yes I know. Mine's inside." I wanted to introduce him to the Forum but he told me that he had recently signed up and posted on the Film section. And so, I looked it up. Even for only a short while, it was a pleasure meeting you Dave. Welcome to Malta and to the Forum. ... There is some great photography to be had at Medina. At night the atmosphere is wonderful. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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