Anguish Posted June 26, 2009 Share #21 Posted June 26, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) 151 words: The Leica M8 is a compact, durable rangefinder 10MP digital camera with interchangable lenses for all but the most demanding telephoto uses like sports. It is for the photographer who, at the moment of exposure, would control his or her depth of field, shutter speed, focus and framing in as discrete a method as possible. It offers sufficient firmware for an adequate array of ISO and color temperature settings, along with other amenities such as shutter delay, jpeg files, instant review, file info, etc. When combined with an unparalleled stable of Leica lenses, it sustains the legacy of the classic 35 mm format. Most important, it is a tool that must be used within the parameters for which it was designed; any fantasy that it can do all photography jobs will lead to disappointment. It is best deployed by those who know its limits and make their pictures within those bounds. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jaapv Posted June 26, 2009 Share #22 Posted June 26, 2009 . Most important, it is a tool that must be used within the parameters for which it was designed; any fantasy that it can do all photography jobs will lead to disappointment. It is best deployed by those who know its limits and make their pictures within those bounds. You're so right:p 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/88297-m8-attributes/?do=findComment&comment=945518'>More sharing options...
SJP Posted June 27, 2009 Share #23 Posted June 27, 2009 Indeed the fly is not focussed properly:D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted June 27, 2009 Share #24 Posted June 27, 2009 It is best deployed by those who know its limits and make their pictures within those bounds. Clearly, Jaap knows its limits... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
biglouis Posted June 27, 2009 Share #25 Posted June 27, 2009 A good summary. I have always been realistic about the M8. It is a platform for M lenses, which in my opinion have the capacity to produce stunning results. Of course, I could do that with a M film camera if I had either the time or energy to fully exploit the translation of film to digital. As I don't the M8 will do fine. After nearly two years of ownership I am only now finally reaching the boundaries of my M8's capabilities in my current project which involves a lot of indoor work. I don't really want to use flash as the whole point of the M is discretion, which in documentary type work is the advantage. I have fondled the D700 and discussed it with several forum owners but I have not quite reached the point of slamming the plastic down on the counter and making the purchase. Somehow, the M8 keeps on saving the day with an exceptional shot, aperture wide open, in difficult lighting situations. I have stated several times in these types of discussion threads that the sensor, whilst limited in terms of speed, is the most underrated part of the M8. I pull a lot of detail from the shadows or recover from the highlights. LouisB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_tribble Posted June 27, 2009 Share #26 Posted June 27, 2009 I have stated several times in these types of discussion threads that the sensor, whilst limited in terms of speed, is the most underrated part of the M8. I pull a lot of detail from the shadows or recover from the highlights.LouisB Fully agree - a case in point attached. The snap was simply messing around in a VERY dark room. Taken this week around 21.30. We've been looking after a friend's wire-haired fox terrier this week and I wanted to have evidence that she's the only dog we've had around of late who's been able to negotiate her way up onto the furniture. The first shot was at 2500 - and is a true representation of how the room looked at the time - dark! Late daylight coming through a window blind, but the room in deep shadow. The sensor handled this as I wanted it to 1/15th at f2 - 28 cron asph. Second image a bit later with the lights on. ISO 1250, 30th of a second fully open. I'm also attaching a 100% crop of the 1250 shot. OK - my 5D2 does a bit better - but I'm VERY happy with the results I get off the M8 too. Part of the thing in low light photography is remembering what you saw (or couldn't see!) and not aiming to turn a dark space into bright daylight (which is so often the problem with a lot of very noisy high-ISO images which are complained about on the forum...) 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/88297-m8-attributes/?do=findComment&comment=945897'>More sharing options...
scaryink Posted June 27, 2009 Share #27 Posted June 27, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Chris, that is about the cutest dog Ive ever seen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfokevin Posted June 27, 2009 Share #28 Posted June 27, 2009 Chris, that is about the cutest dog Ive ever seen. I think not... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_newell Posted June 27, 2009 Share #29 Posted June 27, 2009 I have been reading shocked and disappointed posts about the M8 ever since it was first released, most written by folks who've never made a single exposure with one. I've watched Leica go through probably the most painful public spectacle since the M5 (which I am old enough to remember). I rented one this week to find out for myself. Most of my shooting is done today with pro-level Nikkors on a D300 and a D200, so that's my personal comparison. Honestly, the raw files out of this camera are at least as good as either of my Nikons with any lens, and simply slay the best scans I can coax off negatives from my soon-to-be-former M6es. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted June 27, 2009 Share #30 Posted June 27, 2009 I've been saying so since November 2006 - and got flamed for it countless times - you're right. That is the a and o of it... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicoleica Posted June 27, 2009 Share #31 Posted June 27, 2009 I think not... Now that is a dog with style! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_tribble Posted June 28, 2009 Share #32 Posted June 28, 2009 i've been saying so since november 2006 - and got flamed for it countless times - you're right. That is the a and o of it... yes! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_newell Posted June 28, 2009 Share #33 Posted June 28, 2009 I've been saying so since November 2006 - and got flamed for it countless times - you're right. That is the a and o of it... I have only one word to say on the topic, and that one word encompasses a couple of generations of good and bad and a signal:noise ratio that is off the charts. That word is: M5. Really, I mean that... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
george + Posted June 28, 2009 Share #34 Posted June 28, 2009 I have only one word to say on the topic, and that one word encompasses a couple of generations of good and bad and a signal:noise ratio that is off the charts. That word is: M5. Really, I mean that... M5, eh . . .? You know that I like my M8, and it is the only camera I am using these days. But the M5 IMHO was an engineering masterpiece. And a joy to work with. With features that I would love to see on a (eventually - when ready) coming Mx. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLV Posted June 28, 2009 Share #35 Posted June 28, 2009 You're so right:p Jaapv Was it with you 24 lux at 5cm of the nose of the big cat? Warm regards, Jean-Luc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted June 28, 2009 Share #36 Posted June 28, 2009 JaapvWas it with you 24 lux at 5cm of the nose of the big cat? Warm regards, Jean-Luc :D;) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
noah_addis Posted June 28, 2009 Share #37 Posted June 28, 2009 The main attributes for me are the RF system, the small size of the camera and lenses and of course the great selection of first-rate lenses. And since we're on the topic of dogs, here's one with the 24 'lux, basically right out of the camera with a quick acr conversion... 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/88297-m8-attributes/?do=findComment&comment=947131'>More sharing options...
AlanG Posted June 28, 2009 Share #38 Posted June 28, 2009 I also am using the MacBeth Color Checker pillow. 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/88297-m8-attributes/?do=findComment&comment=947200'>More sharing options...
andrewwenn@mac.com Posted June 29, 2009 Share #39 Posted June 29, 2009 Paul, I agree with all your points though I perhaps have fewer quibbles with the menu system. The M8 is my first Lecia and I am extremely satisfied with it. I bought the M8 because I wanted a reliable, high quality camera and lens system. It has to last for years as I can only afford to outlay such money maybe once in a lifetime. (Just as an aside, a colleague of mine spent much more than the cost of an M8 on a new camera (I will not mention the make as that is not the point of this thread) which failed and had to be replaced 24 hours after she collected it from the shop.) I have really not fully pushed it to its full potential but look forward to doing so in the future. The M8 is lighter than many others, easy to hold, comfortable to use with convenient placement of the controls. And the quality of the pictures ... Andrew. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lxlim Posted June 29, 2009 Share #40 Posted June 29, 2009 I cannot really add anything that has not been already mentioned. RF, small, compact, great lenses, etc. But I will say I like the fact that I can take a shot and after previewing the image, I can bring the camera to my eye knowing that the focus is still at the same plane. Not having shifted like AF mechanisms would. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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