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Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 02-01-2010
Replies: 262
Views: 24,833
Posted By TomN
developing, printing, and framing your own prints...

developing, printing, and framing your own prints is very rewarding. convenience and proper photography simply don't go together. imho, if you want convenience then shoot digital, if you want...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-23-2010
Replies: 202
Views: 13,825
Posted By TomN
why would anyone in their right mind buy such a...

why would anyone in their right mind buy such a thing when you can get an m6 and 1000 rolls of b&w film (self processed) and then perform a 16 bit scan. you get your digi film, and a negative.

and...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-14-2009
Replies: 23
Views: 1,688
Posted By TomN
my suggestion is to start out with a nice 2/50mm...

my suggestion is to start out with a nice 2/50mm summicron. a version iv or v should set you back about $750. then see if it hits the spot, or whether you need expand from there. leica lenses can...
Forum: Digital M Reported Problems - all Models 12-01-2009
Replies: 90
Views: 9,535
Posted By TomN
personally i hate the m7 engraving on the front...

personally i hate the m7 engraving on the front of mine, and i covered it up. not for for any other reason other than i think the camera look better without it. my mp looks cleaner.
Forum: Technique: How To Shoot It 11-27-2009
Replies: 15
Views: 1,714
Posted By TomN
nowadays, also very little traditional optical...

nowadays, also very little traditional optical printing is done, so you don't tend to lose that bit of extra quality with an enlarging lens.
Forum: Technique: How To Shoot It 11-27-2009
Replies: 15
Views: 1,714
Posted By TomN
that may be true, however Zeiss claim that they...

that may be true, however Zeiss claim that they stick to the international DOF standard that all reputable lens makers use.
Forum: RFF News 11-27-2009
Replies: 19
Views: 2,131
Posted By TomN
does anyone know where this series can be...

does anyone know where this series can be purchased? I have been unable to find anything as yet and would love to have it.
Forum: Technique: How To Shoot It 11-27-2009
Replies: 15
Views: 1,714
Posted By TomN
DOF scales on lenses are outdated. This is...

DOF scales on lenses are outdated. This is something that Zeiss have admitted, as it is a common complaint. If you use DOF scales for hyperfocusing for example, you can expect results based on...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 11-21-2009
Replies: 79
Views: 3,461
Posted By TomN
i use diafine, and it cost's me about $1.00 per...

i use diafine, and it cost's me about $1.00 per roll to deveop.
Forum: W/NW Words no Words. 11-20-2009
Replies: 65
Views: 3,871
Posted By TomN
fuji 400x chrome with summicron...

fuji 400x chrome with summicron 2/50mm

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3393/3476014686_e9c890cdef_o.jpg
Forum: Technique: How To Shoot It 11-19-2009
Replies: 16
Views: 2,936
Posted By TomN
you can't go wrong if you use a lens size of...

you can't go wrong if you use a lens size of between 3mm to 5mm and focus to infinity. the further something is in the distance, the more it will be affected by diffraction. so a lens size closer...
Forum: Photography General Interest 11-18-2009
Replies: 82
Views: 3,833
Posted By TomN
My advise; pick me. I'll do it for free, you...

My advise; pick me. I'll do it for free, you just get me to California, get me a big plate of Texas style ribs, and I'll take care of the rest!
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 11-18-2009
Replies: 37
Views: 3,367
Posted By TomN
I have both. I too think that the M7 is a great...

I have both. I too think that the M7 is a great day to day user, and the AE does speed things up. But my mind does feel clearer when i use the mp, and it generally feels better. I realise that...
Forum: RFF Polls 11-09-2009
Replies: 231
Views: 23,630
Posted By TomN
how has Nikon not abandoned film? they no longer...

how has Nikon not abandoned film? they no longer produce film camerasand they have disconitued their Coolscan film scanners. to my knowledge, they do nothing to support the purchase of new film...
Forum: Optics and Lenses - 11-06-2009
Replies: 2
Views: 545
Posted By TomN
Thanks Makul. I will surely try this, just...

Thanks Makul. I will surely try this, just hoping that someone had some experience with this.
Forum: Optics and Lenses - 11-05-2009
Replies: 2
Views: 545
Posted By TomN
1.4/35 Summilux Filter Stacking

Hello all.

I often use a dark red filter, a yellow, or an nd filter on my lenses for b&w work. always one at a time. can i successfully stack some b+w stander filters on my Summilux 35mm without...
Forum: SLRs - the unRF 11-05-2009
Replies: 217
Views: 5,642
Posted By TomN
Nikon F3 with a 1.8/50mm AIS

Nikon F3 with a 1.8/50mm AIS
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 10-26-2009
Replies: 21
Views: 1,126
Posted By TomN
my advice is to buy the summilux 1.4/21mm, and if...

my advice is to buy the summilux 1.4/21mm, and if it isn't getting much use you can flick it to me. please pm me for my postal address.

seriously though, i used to work with a 35, 50, and a 90mm. ...
Forum: Technique: How To Shoot It 10-25-2009
Replies: 16
Views: 2,936
Posted By TomN
HERE (http://www.trenholm.org/hmmerk/DOFR.html)...

HERE (http://www.trenholm.org/hmmerk/DOFR.html) is a very interesting article on hyperfocal vs infinity. i generally do not hyperfocus.
Forum: Analog DarkRoom / Printing 10-23-2009
Replies: 23
Views: 948
Posted By TomN
i love this film with fuji acros. i use normal...

i love this film with fuji acros. i use normal ilford hypham fixer and a dribble of ilford wetting...
Forum: Photography General Interest 10-17-2009
Replies: 204
Views: 11,918
Posted By TomN
Semaphore Beach Kite Festival, Adelaide, Sth...

Semaphore Beach Kite Festival, Adelaide, Sth Australia


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3625/3616013779_41a652d15e_o.jpg
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 10-16-2009
Replies: 0
Views: 339
Posted By TomN
400x Pushed

Thought I'd post some sample shots of some Fuji 400x pushed to...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 10-15-2009
Replies: 7
Views: 702
Posted By TomN
I agonised ofver the Summilux vs Nokton, and went...

I agonised ofver the Summilux vs Nokton, and went for the Nokton in the end. It is an absolutely beautiful lens. It is large, however it is not that big, and smaller than something like a Summilux...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 10-14-2009
Replies: 79
Views: 3,632
Posted By TomN
i started with the 35, 50, and 90 option, but I...

i started with the 35, 50, and 90 option, but I know shoot with a Voigtlander Nokton 1.2/35mm and a Leica Summilux 1.4/75mm. If I were to add another lens it would be a 21mm. I do have the...
Forum: Photography General Interest 10-12-2009
Replies: 59
Views: 3,022
Posted By TomN
i overheard a member of the bridal party last...

i overheard a member of the bridal party last weekend say that my camera looked like a disposable that i probably bought at the grocery store on the way to the wedding. when we were done, i handerd...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 10-12-2009
Replies: 14
Views: 924
Posted By TomN
i hate the white out of the m6. i enquired with...

i hate the white out of the m6. i enquired with Leica here in Oz and the cost to upgrade the v.f. was about AUD$1500! i bought the mp and it is a beautiful camera. it is smaller than the m6ttl,...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-11-2009
Replies: 10
Views: 1,048
Posted By TomN
split the difference and get a 35 'lux and a 75...

split the difference and get a 35 'lux and a 75 'lux
Forum: Cosina Voigtlander Images 10-11-2009
Replies: 897
Views: 178,730
Posted By TomN
No I don't think so. To be honest, I was...

No I don't think so. To be honest, I was expecting the viewfinder obstruction to be greater, but it is about the same as my 75mm 'lux. I'm a left eye shooter as well, so I'd image that if I were...
Forum: Optics and Lenses - 10-10-2009
Replies: 1,748
Views: 515,118
Posted By TomN
some more with the Summilux...

some more with the Summilux 75mm

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2447/3883224959_a27d4e2233_o.jpg
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 10-10-2009
Replies: 127
Views: 7,075
Posted By TomN
JPS, I apoligise for the tone of my previous...

JPS, I apoligise for the tone of my previous thread. I just don't like these absolute answers that have no basis. In photography, there is rarely a black and white answer. For me, as a working...
Forum: Cosina Voigtlander Images 10-09-2009
Replies: 897
Views: 178,730
Posted By TomN
Just bought this lens the other day to compliment...

Just bought this lens the other day to compliment my Summicron 2/35 ASPH. I really enjoy the size of this lens (I have really big hands), and it balances nicely with the grip attached. I have ran a...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 10-09-2009
Replies: 127
Views: 7,075
Posted By TomN
don't quite get this post...I mean are you taking...

don't quite get this post...I mean are you taking the piss or what?
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 10-09-2009
Replies: 127
Views: 7,075
Posted By TomN
i work in a hybrid workflow since selling off my...

i work in a hybrid workflow since selling off my Nikon D3's. i shoot 35mm film

1)superior image quality for my tastes - digital too clean an unnatural
2)superior dynamic range
3)convenience - i'm...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 10-06-2009
Replies: 24
Views: 1,426
Posted By TomN
I just bought a 1.2/35mm nokton today. i have...

I just bought a 1.2/35mm nokton today. i have the 'cron, however i'm hoping that the 1.2 can replace the 'cron altogether.

i also see the 1.2 as being a whole stop advantage at times over the 1.4...
Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc 10-05-2009
Replies: 3
Views: 495
Posted By TomN
i use the Domke F2 (i think, or whatever the...

i use the Domke F2 (i think, or whatever the original one is called), and i also have the billingham hadley pro. i like the slim line of the hadley pro, it is less prone to know things/people. i...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-29-2009
Replies: 72
Views: 4,612
Posted By TomN
haha, the m9 is a far cry from a film leica. ...

haha, the m9 is a far cry from a film leica. they won't be stopping production anytime soon. in your neck of the woods, digital may be the flavour of the month, but in other parts fo the world,...
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-27-2009
Replies: 32
Views: 1,782
Posted By TomN
clap trap alright.....i just shot a wedding on...

clap trap alright.....i just shot a wedding on the weekend. it's what i do. i dropped the film at the lab and i'll pick it up in a few days, all scanned and ready to go. i just need to put the...
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-25-2009
Replies: 506
Views: 30,311
Posted By TomN
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3462/3351978179_cb0...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3462/3351978179_cb08e68edc_o.jpghttp://farm4.static.flickr.com/3475/3351982951_e8157bde4c_o.jpghttp://farm4.static.flickr.com/3561/3400727099_9ddfca92ed_o.jpg
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 09-24-2009
Replies: 83
Views: 6,319
Posted By TomN
leica mp, summilux 1.4/75mm, ektar 100

leica mp, summilux 1.4/75mm, ektar 100
Forum: Jonathan Eastland author of Leica-M Compendium 09-16-2009
Replies: 79
Views: 14,010
Posted By TomN
pan f with diafine @ asa80 3 minustes a, 3...

pan f with diafine @ asa80 3 minustes a, 3 minutes b. can't beat the convenience, and cost of diafine, and it scans great.

not great for optical prints.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 09-16-2009
Replies: 2
Views: 390
Posted By TomN
I thought as much Joe. I can also here a slight...

I thought as much Joe. I can also here a slight clicking noise when i turn the focus ring at that .7 to .8 range. something must be out of whack.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 09-16-2009
Replies: 630
Views: 91,163
Posted By TomN
aarrrgh, still can't figure out how to post full...

aarrrgh, still can't figure out how to post full sized images.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 09-16-2009
Replies: 630
Views: 91,163
Posted By TomN
the greatest...

the greatest...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 09-16-2009
Replies: 2
Views: 390
Posted By TomN
Minimum Focus M6 Vs MP/M7

Hi all

I have just acquired an M6. It is a Wetzlar Leitz version, but a later one with the rubber eyepiece etc. My question: when I mount my 35 'cron or my 75 'lux to the MP, i turn the focus...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 09-16-2009
Replies: 49
Views: 10,862
Posted By TomN
i haven't used the 75 'cron, but my 'lux is,...

i haven't used the 75 'cron, but my 'lux is, hands down, the best lens that i have even had the pleasure to own or use. my jaw still drops when i see my negs.
Forum: RFF Polls 09-09-2009
Replies: 132
Views: 11,658
Posted By TomN
Leica are obviously the best, but if I were to go...

Leica are obviously the best, but if I were to go back to small format DSLR's, the Sony would be very tempting. I had a D3, and it was a good camera, average lenses though. I handled the A900 the...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-05-2009
Replies: 234
Views: 22,161
Posted By TomN
35mp! i hope that the latest G11 will be the...

35mp! i hope that the latest G11 will be the beginning of the end of the pixel war. 18mp sounds like a pretty nice number for the M9.
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 08-24-2009
Replies: 9
Views: 1,715
Posted By TomN
Simon I go through alot of film, as i shoot...

Simon I go through alot of film, as i shoot weddings with 135. I was recently put onto this website in the UK and my first shipment arrived only a couple of minutes ago. The order was placed last...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 08-15-2009
Replies: 13
Views: 960
Posted By TomN
aarrghh, that is scary.

aarrghh, that is scary.
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 08-15-2009
Replies: 3
Views: 280
Posted By TomN
Not me either, they tend to forget about us down...

Not me either, they tend to forget about us down here in SA!
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