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Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 1 Week Ago
Replies: 118
Views: 4,444
Posted By srtiwari
Of course it is, but only because its Astro Turf !

Of course it is, but only because its Astro Turf !
Forum: Photography General Interest 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 2,839
Views: 160,149
Posted By srtiwari
Just received my X100s 2 days ago ! My initial...

Just received my X100s 2 days ago !
My initial impression is good, but I foresee a bit of a learning curve to extract the best images out of it. The issues with RAW conversion from the different...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 04-03-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
Pricey !! But, then again, so is the Typ 240. But...

Pricey !! But, then again, so is the Typ 240.
But the 'fit and finish' seem nicer than Luigi's...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 03-18-2013
Replies: 12
Views: 432
Posted By srtiwari
I have this lens, and love it. It is small, and...

I have this lens, and love it. It is small, and sharp, and $1100 in good condition seems reasonable, but I might offer $900 - which is what I was able to get it for. Of course, box, hood, papers etc,...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-15-2013
Replies: 135
Views: 6,624
Posted By srtiwari
I have discovered, to my surprise, that excess...

I have discovered, to my surprise, that excess "stuff" accumulated during bouts of GAS, caused me a vague discomfort - in part since I could not use it enough with all the other "stuff" around. The...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-11-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
Sorry, could you explain that a little bit ?

Sorry, could you explain that a little bit ?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-11-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
I am getting closer to the crux of the matter....

I am getting closer to the crux of the matter. The question that can help me decide, is this- How much better can/will B+W images from the MM be, compared to the M Typ 240, in terms of IQ...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-11-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
I agree with you re: the "look" from (good)...

I agree with you re: the "look" from (good) digital, being preferable to grainy film images. One of the reasons I'm close to selling much of my stash of film is that I do not like grain. One can...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-09-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
I did that for the first 25 years of my adult...

I did that for the first 25 years of my adult life- its time to try something different ! ;)
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-09-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
:rolleyes: or:mad: you have missed the point of...

:rolleyes: or:mad: you have missed the point of it all. No one is being asked to decide anything. Since one of these cameras is relatively new, and one not even available, I'm interested in what...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-09-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
That is my question- Is there enough improvement...

That is my question-

Is there enough improvement in tonality/ High ISO performance/ detail etc., to justify-
Loss by selling M9 + Buying MM (about $4000) AND giving up color ??
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-08-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
If I were to go with Option #1, how much...

If I were to go with Option #1, how much improvement can i expect to see in the Resolution, High ISO IQ, Dynamic range, etc.. ? I am not referring to print output specifically.

I also read...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-08-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
Obviously, one certainly can. Just as one can...

Obviously, one certainly can. Just as one can live without love ;)
But then, its so much more fun with...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-07-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
Because not many people are as rich as you are :D

Because not many people are as rich as you are :D
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-07-2013
Replies: 81
Views: 7,288
Posted By srtiwari
M Typ 240 vs M Monochrom

Perhaps this is an easy question for many to answer, but I am still not toooo clear. Maybe there is no answer, but I'd like to get some help in making a decision, anyway.
Here is my situation-

1. I...
Forum: Digital Printers / Inks / Papers etc 02-24-2013
Replies: 0
Views: 159
Posted By srtiwari
Epson R3000 QTR issues

Just got myself a Epson R3000 ( and not the 3880) due to size etc. Lovely machine !!
Got it all set up and printed some using Advanced B+W. Its not bad at all 'out-of-the-box'.
I already have a copy...
Forum: Fuji X Series 02-15-2013
Replies: 7
Views: 528
Posted By srtiwari
Thank you for all the feedback. It sounds like...

Thank you for all the feedback.
It sounds like many have visited this issue. Once I'm close to making a decision,I will need to decide re: the adapter.
Since the Fuji X series uses a larger , and...
Forum: Fuji X Series 02-15-2013
Replies: 7
Views: 528
Posted By srtiwari
Fuji X Leica M/L compatibility

In considering an X-E1 as an in-between the Olympus OMD and the Leica M9, I was surprised the the adapter (for Leica M or L lenses) does not allow several very popular lenses to be mounted !
I am...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-14-2013
Replies: 7
Views: 407
Posted By srtiwari
I have both versions, and here is what I think....

I have both versions, and here is what I think.
The goggled version is equally 'versatile', and optically identical. If I had only one, it would be the goggled version, since it is easier (for me)...
Forum: Digital Printers / Inks / Papers etc 02-13-2013
Replies: 49
Views: 1,357
Posted By srtiwari
All this is very helpful, and now I'm 'in' to buy...

All this is very helpful, and now I'm 'in' to buy one of the two. The only question that remains is, which one- the 3880 or the R3000 ?

For about $200 more ( 3880 vs R3000) you get -

option of...
Forum: Digital Printers / Inks / Papers etc 02-13-2013
Replies: 49
Views: 1,357
Posted By srtiwari
The mail-in rebate pdf (from the b&H site)...

The mail-in rebate pdf (from the b&H site) clearly states that it is valid for printers bought between Feb.1st and 28th, 2013- guess they've extended the deadline !
Forum: Digital Printers / Inks / Papers etc 02-13-2013
Replies: 49
Views: 1,357
Posted By srtiwari
Sounds like the 3000 has, in fact, even smaller...

Sounds like the 3000 has, in fact, even smaller droplets, and better (?) resolution ...
Forum: Digital Printers / Inks / Papers etc 02-13-2013
Replies: 49
Views: 1,357
Posted By srtiwari
I would get the 3000, but its difficult to tell...

I would get the 3000, but its difficult to tell from the descriptions on B&H and Epson sites, whether the size is the only difference between the 3000 and the 3880. Also, I have heard that the large...
Forum: Digital Printers / Inks / Papers etc 02-13-2013
Replies: 49
Views: 1,357
Posted By srtiwari
B+W printing , Epson 3880 ?

Time to get a new printer, and this one looks fabulous in the reviews. B&H has a great price currently. The only thing I do not need is the larger prints. Does the 3000 (or another) do the same ,...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-07-2013
Replies: 166
Views: 53,929
Posted By srtiwari
By the serial #s, is one...

By the serial #s, is one way...

http://www.antiquecameras.net/35summicronmlenses.html
Forum: Leica Screw Mount / LTM Cameras 01-26-2013
Replies: 35
Views: 1,185
Posted By srtiwari
I have one for sale here, if you're...

I have one for sale here, if you're interested...
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/photopost-classifieds/showproduct.php/product/37783/title/ltm-and-m-lens/cat/2
Forum: RFF Photo Projects 01-19-2013
Replies: 88
Views: 3,773
Posted By srtiwari
1. Man centred square circles. 2. China 1889 3....

1. Man centred square circles.
2. China 1889
3. Marked.
Forum: TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex 01-06-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 777
Posted By srtiwari
I cannot see any difference. They both shoot...

I cannot see any difference. They both shoot beautifully !
(How did you scan them ?)
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-06-2012
Replies: 52
Views: 2,775
Posted By srtiwari
The difference is rather obvious...to me. One can...

The difference is rather obvious...to me. One can buy something after considerable researching and pondering, and yet find it unsuitable in actual use. Buying "on a whim" suggests responding to GAS.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-05-2012
Replies: 52
Views: 2,775
Posted By srtiwari
It seems to me that the OP wants to understand if...

It seems to me that the OP wants to understand if any users have been disappointed (and perhaps why) in buying and using the camera, and then decided to sell it. I'm not sure he's interested in those...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-10-2012
Replies: 17
Views: 1,065
Posted By srtiwari
I believe the OP wondered whether they CAN be...

I believe the OP wondered whether they CAN be used, not whether they NEED to be used.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-10-2012
Replies: 17
Views: 1,065
Posted By srtiwari
Since more glass is introduced bewteen the eye...

Since more glass is introduced bewteen the eye and the subject, it can sometimes be not as bright or contrasty. Otherwise, no it is not any more difficult to focus.
Forum: Photo Software 09-11-2012
Replies: 5
Views: 568
Posted By srtiwari
No, I didn't think you were questioning my...

No, I didn't think you were questioning my skills. And I was just clarifying my method. With conversion without any editing they look equally bad. Once you apply the the tools, though, the DXO once...
Forum: Photo Software 09-11-2012
Replies: 5
Views: 568
Posted By srtiwari
Not sure that I agree. I am reasonably adept at...

Not sure that I agree. I am reasonably adept at using the software to get the kind of look I like. I was surprised at how sharp, and noise free the images were in DXO, compared to the same RAW files...
Forum: Photo Software 09-11-2012
Replies: 5
Views: 568
Posted By srtiwari
OM-D files in DXO

Have just be trying out the 30 day Trial of DXO Pro Optics 7.5 witgh my OM-D RAW file (.ORF). Compared to using Lightroom 4.1, the files seem much cleaner- with less noise and better sharpness at...
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 08-23-2012
Replies: 33
Views: 5,206
Posted By srtiwari
I faced a similar decision recently, and opted...

I faced a similar decision recently, and opted for the OM-D. My initial hiccups with the complicated menus almost made me want to give up, but I now just love the darn thing.
The Panny 25/1.4 is a...
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 08-23-2012
Replies: 22
Views: 2,729
Posted By srtiwari
I wonder if underexposing would have actually...

I wonder if underexposing would have actually lost some detail in the shadows...
Forum: Photo Software 08-14-2012
Replies: 10
Views: 1,327
Posted By srtiwari
I use it whenever I need 'Photoshop', rather than...

I use it whenever I need 'Photoshop', rather than lightroom4.
Unfortunately, on both my relatively new Macs running Mountain Lion, the dreaded "rotating ball' shows up. None of my other applications...
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 08-10-2012
Replies: 23
Views: 2,662
Posted By srtiwari
I will try one like yours. This is one instance...

I will try one like yours. This is one instance where I should have stuck to getting the cheaper one.
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 08-10-2012
Replies: 23
Views: 2,662
Posted By srtiwari
Well. my "Fotodiox Pro LM-MFT" adapter just...

Well. my "Fotodiox Pro LM-MFT" adapter just arrived today with the OM-D body and 12-50 lens. Very nice camera, but will need some time to wade through and learn how to use it well.
Did learn one...
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 08-09-2012
Replies: 23
Views: 2,662
Posted By srtiwari
I certainly hope so, since my Fotodiox adapter is...

I certainly hope so, since my Fotodiox adapter is arriving tomorrow :)
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 08-07-2012
Replies: 23
Views: 2,662
Posted By srtiwari
I appreciate all the comments, and have ordered a...

I appreciate all the comments, and have ordered a Fotodiox "Pro"adapter ($69) from Amazon. The manufacturer's website only shows the regular (not "Pro") version for $39. Have no idea what it all...
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 08-06-2012
Replies: 23
Views: 2,662
Posted By srtiwari
Which M-mount adapter for Olympus OM-D ?

I am about to get the Olympus OM-D, and decided to start off with just the M adapter. This will allow me to try out my Leica lenses, before buying any of the Olympus/Panasonic/Sigma offerings. In...
Forum: 120 RF's Modern 08-05-2012
Replies: 257
Views: 52,050
Posted By srtiwari
I agree. Makes one want to get out there and...

I agree. Makes one want to get out there and shoot some more with the Mamiya 7.
Forum: Photography General Interest 07-19-2012
Replies: 8
Views: 695
Posted By srtiwari
Thanks for the leads. We are looking into them...

Thanks for the leads. We are looking into them...
Forum: Photography General Interest 07-16-2012
Replies: 8
Views: 695
Posted By srtiwari
Seek NY City Wedding Photographer !

My son and his Fiancée plan to marry next summer in New York. As they work out all the details, I thought I could help in their search for a wedding photographer. They expect about 200 guests, and...
Forum: Cosina Voigtlander Bessa 07-03-2012
Replies: 10
Views: 879
Posted By srtiwari
Don't know if this is any help, but, I have the...

Don't know if this is any help, but, I have the same lens, and do not have this issue.
Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc 06-14-2012
Replies: 2
Views: 380
Posted By srtiwari
I was expecting to find something from "The...

I was expecting to find something from "The Beverly Hillbillies" :eek:
Forum: RFF Photo Projects 06-13-2012
Replies: 144
Views: 5,809
Posted By srtiwari
Maybe its the same thing.

Maybe its the same thing.
Forum: RFF Photo Projects 06-13-2012
Replies: 144
Views: 5,809
Posted By srtiwari
Start a W/NW thread and call it "Best 2 of Week...

Start a W/NW thread and call it "Best 2 of Week project" or something.
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