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Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc 12-05-2012
Replies: 6
Views: 371
Posted By semordnilap
Man... that's awesome. Pretty close to exactly...

Man... that's awesome. Pretty close to exactly what I'm looking for. I just spent 45 minutes on the phone with the owner–very helpful and friendly.

Anyway more suggestions are welcome–the first two...
Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc 12-05-2012
Replies: 6
Views: 371
Posted By semordnilap
Need advice: camera/multi-use backpack!

So... Basically I'm tired of stuffing my domke in my daypack. I'm looking for a backpack that can hold an M and NEX, both with lenses attached, plus 3 extra lenses, for traveling abroad. I'd like the...
Forum: Photography General Interest 12-02-2012
Replies: 1,298
Views: 40,330
Posted By semordnilap
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7037/6891618401_5810...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7037/6891618401_58108fac53_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/yemado/6891618401/)
Forum: Bill Pierce - Leica M photog and author 11-09-2012
Replies: 37
Views: 1,896
Posted By semordnilap
I agree... this would be excellent. Projected...

I agree... this would be excellent. Projected into the finder, simultaneously ovf and evf. Don't know if Leica will do it, though... perhaps we'll have to wait for Fuji. We'll see...
Forum: Photography General Interest 11-01-2012
Replies: 26
Views: 823
Posted By semordnilap
Good luck with your new venture... If I find...

Good luck with your new venture... If I find myself in the neighborhood I'll definitely drop by!
Forum: CSC : Compact System Cameras - 11-01-2012
Replies: 34
Views: 2,343
Posted By semordnilap
I like the focus peaking on my nex 5n a lot, but...

I like the focus peaking on my nex 5n a lot, but it's not perfect–if you want to be super critical you'll need to use the zoom. But for shooting on the fly I find it quite nice.

The external evf is...
Forum: RFF News 10-29-2012
Replies: 106
Views: 5,507
Posted By semordnilap
Very windy here in Boston... trees shimmying...

Very windy here in Boston... trees shimmying about in some pretty strong gusts, and it's early yet.

Thinking of everyone close to the water... good luck down there.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 10-21-2012
Replies: 751
Views: 157,083
Posted By semordnilap
Agreed–great images, Erik. Thanks!

Agreed–great images, Erik. Thanks!
Forum: Photography General Interest 10-04-2012
Replies: 47
Views: 3,158
Posted By semordnilap
I've had better luck with the B+W filter than...

I've had better luck with the B+W filter than with the Leica one–just fits better on the lens.

Enjoy the Nokton... I've had that lens on my 'someday, maybe' list for a while.
Forum: Travel 10-02-2012
Replies: 66
Views: 5,050
Posted By semordnilap
What, and leave this beautiful Boston weather...

What, and leave this beautiful Boston weather behind?
Forum: Photo Books / Mags / Articles 10-02-2012
Replies: 25
Views: 2,589
Posted By semordnilap
Small caliber would be best, then, especially if...

Small caliber would be best, then, especially if using small monkeys. Big holes might bring more laughs, but at unplanned intervals.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-27-2012
Replies: 50
Views: 6,432
Posted By semordnilap
Supposedly it's tougher now than a couple of...

Supposedly it's tougher now than a couple of years back when I went, but the fall is a great time to go–fewer tourists and more pilgrims in Lhasa.

Contact some tourist agencies in the TAR directly...
Forum: TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex 09-27-2012
Replies: 46
Views: 3,392
Posted By semordnilap
Keith, it's not the prettiest but I like a padded...

Keith, it's not the prettiest but I like a padded optech strap for my rollei. Soft and comfy on the neck–really distributes the weight well. It's a big foam strap with some raised texturing on the...
Forum: TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex 09-26-2012
Replies: 46
Views: 3,392
Posted By semordnilap
Could not agree more! 3.5e planar here.

Could not agree more! 3.5e planar here.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-26-2012
Replies: 23
Views: 2,082
Posted By semordnilap
The B+W 39mm uv/ir filter screws reasonably into...

The B+W 39mm uv/ir filter screws reasonably into a 40 cron–much better than the leica version. Neither will go all the way in but the B+W will stay there: mine hasn't moved in a few years save for...
Forum: Travel 09-25-2012
Replies: 66
Views: 5,050
Posted By semordnilap
When I was out there my host took me to Big Basin...

When I was out there my host took me to Big Basin State Park to see the redwoods there–it had been recommended to him as the best place for redwoods south of Humboldt. I really enjoyed it–the hiking...
Forum: RFF Photo Projects 09-22-2012
Replies: 35
Views: 3,374
Posted By semordnilap
I'm in too... The last one was fun!

I'm in too... The last one was fun!
Forum: RFF News 09-22-2012
Replies: 73
Views: 5,866
Posted By semordnilap
Thanks to all of you!!!

Thanks to all of you!!!
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-21-2012
Replies: 47
Views: 3,158
Posted By semordnilap
I meant the non-leica rule, actually...!

I meant the non-leica rule, actually...!
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-21-2012
Replies: 47
Views: 3,158
Posted By semordnilap
Oh man, first reply and I've got to break the...

Oh man, first reply and I've got to break the rules: M8 & 40 cron ;)

I do also use a 35 ultron on the nex...

edit: ha, beat me to it!
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-20-2012
Replies: 63
Views: 5,217
Posted By semordnilap
It's an interesting question... I've taken...

It's an interesting question... I've taken thousands of frames on my M8 since I bought it in 2007, and it's been just a super camera for me. The M is tempting, largely because of, as mentioned by...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-19-2012
Replies: 37
Views: 3,358
Posted By semordnilap
I don't think Leica could make a full frame DRF...

I don't think Leica could make a full frame DRF for less than they are, but I think they could produce a less expensive, $3,000-$3,500 crop sensor rangefinder that would bring more people into the...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-19-2012
Replies: 150
Views: 11,014
Posted By semordnilap
Ah, ok... good to know. I'm ok with the width as...

Ah, ok... good to know. I'm ok with the width as it is too. So one more point for the M, then ;)
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-18-2012
Replies: 68
Views: 6,038
Posted By semordnilap
Focus peaking means the bright shimmery outlines...

Focus peaking means the bright shimmery outlines on high contrast edges, a manual focus aid from video that's been made popular in the NEXs. So it seems they're using the right spelling.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-18-2012
Replies: 189
Views: 10,718
Posted By semordnilap
I noticed that for sure... It seems there are...

I noticed that for sure... It seems there are multiple metering options, but that you may need to use live view to enable them?

It will be neat when they not only project framelines, but can project...
Forum: Fuji X-Pro1 / X-E1 09-18-2012
Replies: 12
Views: 1,329
Posted By semordnilap
Weird, anyway, (if I'm reading it right) that...

Weird, anyway, (if I'm reading it right) that only the e-mount are mf-capable, and that only the x mount have an aperture ring.

But awesome regardless of those limitations... 12/2.8 will be really...
Forum: CSC : Compact System Cameras - 09-18-2012
Replies: 136
Views: 9,643
Posted By semordnilap
At least if you can afford the camera, you can...

At least if you can afford the camera, you can afford all the black tape you'll need...
Forum: CSC : Compact System Cameras - 09-18-2012
Replies: 136
Views: 9,643
Posted By semordnilap
Probably seeing Leica's current success in...

Probably seeing Leica's current success in marketing, and banking on their name to do the same...
What a silly looking camera!
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-17-2012
Replies: 150
Views: 11,014
Posted By semordnilap
I don't expect it'll be very high bit rate either.

I don't expect it'll be very high bit rate either.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-17-2012
Replies: 150
Views: 11,014
Posted By semordnilap
Anyway, reading the M spec sheet, it does have...

Anyway, reading the M spec sheet, it does have some nice updates, specifically more metering options & a better battery.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-17-2012
Replies: 150
Views: 11,014
Posted By semordnilap
I can't be bothered to read the whole thread, so...

I can't be bothered to read the whole thread, so I'll just state my opinion(s)...

M-E is too expensive, frankly. I think it should be at last $2k different from the M.

And the M, thicker? :(...
Forum: Point-N-Shoot 09-12-2012
Replies: 475
Views: 31,487
Posted By semordnilap
Ha! Sony in all their glory, right? Thanks for...

Ha! Sony in all their glory, right?

Thanks for the link... I can't be bothered to slog through the entirety of the thread!
Forum: Point-N-Shoot 09-12-2012
Replies: 475
Views: 31,487
Posted By semordnilap
Is it the same finder as for the NEX5n?

Is it the same finder as for the NEX5n?
Forum: Point-N-Shoot 09-12-2012
Replies: 475
Views: 31,487
Posted By semordnilap
Point taken, but at f8 and shooting on the street...

Point taken, but at f8 and shooting on the street it should be pretty good, I expect, if there's a good implementation for zone or pre-focus. Obviously not for nearly every situation, but what...
Forum: Point-N-Shoot 09-12-2012
Replies: 475
Views: 31,487
Posted By semordnilap
That's what I'm thinking... a good...

That's what I'm thinking... a good documentarian's / reportage camera.
Forum: Point-N-Shoot 09-12-2012
Replies: 475
Views: 31,487
Posted By semordnilap
I'll be surprised if one with an integrated evf...

I'll be surprised if one with an integrated evf isn't far off... This is the beginning!

Anyway if the AF is good, it will be pretty great with that bright line finder.
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-10-2012
Replies: 140
Views: 7,023
Posted By semordnilap
I agree with Stewart and Bob... I like this shot!

I agree with Stewart and Bob... I like this shot!
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 09-07-2012
Replies: 84
Views: 12,132
Posted By semordnilap
Ah great, so it will be more reliable :cool:

Ah great, so it will be more reliable :cool:
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-05-2012
Replies: 38
Views: 2,743
Posted By semordnilap
Congrats, Cal! Get an external monitor to go...

Congrats, Cal!

Get an external monitor to go with the 15" Macbook Pro you'll inevitably be purchasing. NECs are nice...

And enjoy! I still need to make it down to NYC and meet up with you guys...
Forum: Bill Pierce - Leica M photog and author 09-01-2012
Replies: 97
Views: 6,954
Posted By semordnilap
You know, I shoot mostly color, but I would buy...

You know, I shoot mostly color, but I would buy this camera in a heartbeat!
Forum: Bill Pierce - Leica M photog and author 08-31-2012
Replies: 97
Views: 6,954
Posted By semordnilap
I'm interested to hear Bill's method. My...

I'm interested to hear Bill's method. My preferred method in LR2-3 was based on some suggestions of his in an earlier thread. Now I'm playing with LR4, trying to find a good balance, but working with...
Forum: Sony NEX 08-30-2012
Replies: 22
Views: 2,410
Posted By semordnilap
But that's only at the very first view, as you...

But that's only at the very first view, as you import, methinks. As soon as you view the image it comes up with default settings. At least in Lightroom.
Forum: Sony NEX 08-30-2012
Replies: 22
Views: 2,410
Posted By semordnilap
It has its advantages and disadvantages. Once you...

It has its advantages and disadvantages. Once you have the camera out and you're shooting, I think the 5n is a bit better because it does tilt, allowing you to play a little with the angle between...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 08-30-2012
Replies: 485
Views: 31,455
Posted By semordnilap
Wow... Been traveling and missed this whole...

Wow... Been traveling and missed this whole thing.

It's too bad, really. Though I don't know what else Leica could've done. My M8 has been going strong without major problems for what, 5 years now?...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 08-20-2012
Replies: 169
Views: 15,613
Posted By semordnilap
And this too ;) It's a race to decrepitude......

And this too ;)

It's a race to decrepitude... which will go first, the camera or your eyes?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 08-20-2012
Replies: 169
Views: 15,613
Posted By semordnilap
This!!!!!!!!!

This!!!!!!!!!
Forum: Roger Hicks -- Author of The Rangefinder Book 08-16-2012
Replies: 93
Views: 6,441
Posted By semordnilap
This is great!

This is great!
Forum: Roger Hicks -- Author of The Rangefinder Book 08-16-2012
Replies: 93
Views: 6,441
Posted By semordnilap
I'm sure he didn't just bring his iphone all the...

I'm sure he didn't just bring his iphone all the way to Upper Mustang ;)

I've got no problem with the look when it's done well, but I don't care much for these... A couple of them I'd actually like...
Forum: Roger Hicks -- Author of The Rangefinder Book 08-16-2012
Replies: 93
Views: 6,441
Posted By semordnilap
Agree... it's too much. At a minimum, it's just...

Agree... it's too much. At a minimum, it's just not necessary.

I've always wanted to go to Mustang and Lo, though...!
Forum: Cosina Voigtlander Bessa 08-16-2012
Replies: 713
Views: 65,425
Posted By semordnilap
SLR Macro lens, 90-105 range. Reissue or new...

SLR Macro lens, 90-105 range. Reissue or new design, doesn't matter so long as it's 1:1.

And a cool e-mount lens, something wide and fast!!!
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