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Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 19
Views: 755
Posted By twopointeight
Search the Magnum site for architecture, fine...

Search the Magnum site for architecture, fine examples from Renee Burri. I like the set you present here, and the writing, but there's no getting around full frame film or digital for describing the...
Forum: Bill Pierce - Leica M photog and author 3 Weeks Ago
Replies: 51
Views: 1,721
Posted By twopointeight
Backpacks make you feel less conspicuous and you...

Backpacks make you feel less conspicuous and you are. I use both, but the backpacks have bit me more than once when I forgot to close it and then grab it to go. Lens falls out and that's $150...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 04-13-2013
Replies: 34
Views: 655
Posted By twopointeight
I take a 15" Macbook Pro, a portable external...

I take a 15" Macbook Pro, a portable external hardrive and that covers it all for working from the road. But that's for working. The only thing I might change in that standard set-up is to downsize...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-30-2013
Replies: 28
Views: 888
Posted By twopointeight
I've only had an M8.2 , and I shoot a few...

I've only had an M8.2 , and I shoot a few weddings a year. I personally wouldn't do it, based on my experience. The wedding moves fast and the M8/M9 can't keep up. It will probably lock-up or the...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 03-23-2013
Replies: 12
Views: 434
Posted By twopointeight
I've got a Match Technical Coding Kit for...

I've got a Match Technical Coding Kit for Voigtlander lenses in the classified. If the ad expired, feel free to contact me. Hope that's ok with the Admin? Used it only once and it works great.
Forum: Bill Pierce - Leica M photog and author 03-19-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 1,284
Posted By twopointeight
I'm a pro for 35 years and I've been divesting of...

I'm a pro for 35 years and I've been divesting of Leica for this reason. The full frame DSLR is the mainstay of pro work. Now that there are bodies like the Canon 6D which should serve one well for...
Forum: Bill Pierce - Leica M photog and author 03-08-2013
Replies: 14
Views: 545
Posted By twopointeight
Excellent. It's got Beat.

Excellent. It's got Beat.
Forum: Photography General Interest 03-05-2013
Replies: 62
Views: 1,949
Posted By twopointeight
I'm a portrait and editorial photographer for 30+...

I'm a portrait and editorial photographer for 30+ years. Been through Leica M for many years and Canon digital to this day. But I'm experimenting with the Olympus OMD, some small primes and soon a...
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 03-02-2013
Replies: 23
Views: 1,956
Posted By twopointeight
Does anyone have direct comparison of high iso...

Does anyone have direct comparison of high iso between the OMD and the GH3? Against popular advice, I'd be getting the GH# for stills only. I agree that the OMD is too tight a fit for my hands,...
Forum: Micl Photo Acc / Bags/ Meters / Tripods etc 02-20-2013
Replies: 13
Views: 405
Posted By twopointeight
Think Tank strap is similar to Domke Gripper but...

Think Tank strap is similar to Domke Gripper but better. (Grips on both sides.) About $25.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-20-2013
Replies: 3
Views: 232
Posted By twopointeight
M6 TTL on/off?

Just got a nice M6 TTL. Reading the manual, I want to confirm that the circuitry will shut down automatically after X seconds. The meter is activated by depressing the shutter button? I do not...
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 02-19-2013
Replies: 3
Views: 249
Posted By twopointeight
Arista types

Arista EDU Ultra 400 asa @ $2.99 per roll vs. Arista Premium 400asa @ $2.89 per roll. Is one of these Tri-X? I used to shoot a lot of Neopan 400 but now its $6 per roll.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 02-19-2013
Replies: 35
Views: 1,440
Posted By twopointeight
I use an M8.2 with over 30,000 actuations, never...

I use an M8.2 with over 30,000 actuations, never a problem. Routine serviced a few months ago by Leica N.J. Back-ups are a Lumix G3 w/14mm and 20mm, and just yesterday, an M6TTL. I use this kit...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-19-2013
Replies: 2
Views: 197
Posted By twopointeight
I just got an M6TTL, it's working fine but I'll...

I just got an M6TTL, it's working fine but I'll be watching this thread for responses. That's a lot of money to open the camera. Any independent alternatives in Sweden?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 02-13-2013
Replies: 10
Views: 508
Posted By twopointeight
Consider the 28mm Skopar. Tiny and no blockage,...

Consider the 28mm Skopar. Tiny and no blockage, very sharp.
Forum: W/NW Words no Words. 02-09-2013
Replies: 24
Views: 578
Posted By twopointeight
Gaijin not liking natto is an old cliche, and...

Gaijin not liking natto is an old cliche, and just not true.
Forum: Repair / Camera Care 01-28-2013
Replies: 0
Views: 169
Posted By twopointeight
Olympus half-frame repair

I've got a Pen-W that could use an overhaul with special attention to the spacing between negs. Any recommendations? I'm in the Seattle area.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-27-2013
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By twopointeight
M8 and M8.2 high shutter actuations?

Just curious how many shutter actuations your M8 or M8.2 has beyond 30,000? My M8.2 has 30,000+ and never a problem. Anybody reach 50,000 or more?
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 01-26-2013
Replies: 5
Views: 571
Posted By twopointeight
Try going back with a Japanese friend. I lived...

Try going back with a Japanese friend. I lived there in the Great Bubble from '80-90.
Forum: TLR Forum - Twin Lens Reflex 01-20-2013
Replies: 34
Views: 1,204
Posted By twopointeight
Put this one on the shelf with its story and get...

Put this one on the shelf with its story and get another working user for $300 or so. The overhaul would have cost at least half that much.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 01-10-2013
Replies: 37
Views: 1,318
Posted By twopointeight
I use the 28mm Skopar on an M8.2. Not only is it...

I use the 28mm Skopar on an M8.2. Not only is it very sharp and has character, it makes the form factor of body+lens feel small and easy to carry.
Forum: Scanners / Scanner Software 01-08-2013
Replies: 39
Views: 1,865
Posted By twopointeight
I use the V700 with the Betterscanning holder for...

I use the V700 with the Betterscanning holder for 120. No glass, just the provided plastic pieces in between frames to holder each negative flat. For 35mm, I use the original Epson carrier with ANR...
Forum: Micro 4/3 Cameras 12-15-2012
Replies: 15
Views: 1,068
Posted By twopointeight
GF-1 with 20mm 1.7 and Voigtlander 40mm finder is...

GF-1 with 20mm 1.7 and Voigtlander 40mm finder is pretty close. I use multiple focus point mode (whatever its called) and it hit focus where I want it about 80-90% of the time. I've been think of...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 12-09-2012
Replies: 18
Views: 2,182
Posted By twopointeight
Have any of HCB cameras been brought to the...

Have any of HCB cameras been brought to the market, at what values I wonder? Probably they are on display or in the vault at his museum in Paris?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 12-04-2012
Replies: 50
Views: 3,114
Posted By twopointeight
I just listed an M8.2 here for $2500 which I...

I just listed an M8.2 here for $2500 which I thought was fair considering it was just CLA'd by Leica, N.J. No interest at that price. I'm actually relieved. Going to keep using it, eventually...
Forum: Making Photo Bucks $$$ 11-25-2012
Replies: 18
Views: 968
Posted By twopointeight
I write custom releases specific to projects, in...

I write custom releases specific to projects, in plain language. I personally would never sign a generic release so I won't ask anyone else to sign one. In certain situations I may get just a name...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 11-23-2012
Replies: 21
Views: 1,700
Posted By twopointeight
I work professionally mainly with Canon, but my...

I work professionally mainly with Canon, but my M8.2 is used for some editorial work, and for work where prints are required. I like the files from the CCD sensor for making prints. But I never...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 11-16-2012
Replies: 67
Views: 4,802
Posted By twopointeight
M8.2 here. A great camera for good light,...

M8.2 here. A great camera for good light, especially backlight which becomes quite translucent. Main lens is a 35mm Summilux, tack sharp wide open. If and when the LCD unit breaks, I'll be ready...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 11-11-2012
Replies: 18
Views: 1,444
Posted By twopointeight
I "tested" my 28mm Skopar against my friend's...

I "tested" my 28mm Skopar against my friend's 28mm Summicron (most recent version), and without pixel peeping saw no dramatic difference, especially considering the price difference and the fact that...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 11-10-2012
Replies: 7
Views: 515
Posted By twopointeight
Do you know if the Annsman is any better or worse...

Do you know if the Annsman is any better or worse than the Delkin dual charger?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-30-2012
Replies: 2
Views: 246
Posted By twopointeight
Chargers

I'm using the old large charger for my M8.2 batteries. I hate it. The official Leica small units are expensive. Any aftermarket chargers that work well? Delkin?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-29-2012
Replies: 201
Views: 17,832
Posted By twopointeight
Thanks Cam for an experienced insight. I'll run...

Thanks Cam for an experienced insight. I'll run a couple of tests today. I like LR because it's easy. I wonder why you don't like it? Where is that Jamie Roberts profile? Good work on Flickr. ...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-29-2012
Replies: 201
Views: 17,832
Posted By twopointeight
As I mentioned in a previous post I shoot...

As I mentioned in a previous post I shoot primarily with M8.2 w/35mm summilux, but I always leave my UV-IR filter on, just in case I want to use the image in color. If I'm going for optimum B&W...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-28-2012
Replies: 201
Views: 17,832
Posted By twopointeight
I shoot an M8.2 with mainly a 35mm Summilux...

I shoot an M8.2 with mainly a 35mm Summilux Aspherical. I use it for B&W jobs, editorial and corporate in nature, and make 13X19 and 17X22 prints. That's at 640 iso, and LR4 processing. No M9 or...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-22-2012
Replies: 5
Views: 976
Posted By twopointeight
I shoot with an M8.2 but not above 640, usually...

I shoot with an M8.2 but not above 640, usually at 320. I use the noise reduction in LR4, but only slightly. (I like a little noise). Sorry no samples, but I would like to see other's examples,...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-20-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 911
Posted By twopointeight
The M8 or M8.2 is the closest way of working to...

The M8 or M8.2 is the closest way of working to your M7. Pretty simple. The others are more computer than camera.
Forum: Cosina Voigtlander Bessa 10-11-2012
Replies: 3
Views: 628
Posted By twopointeight
I paid $500 a year ago in a bidding war on Ebay. ...

I paid $500 a year ago in a bidding war on Ebay. Mint/box etc. A little high but no regrets. Works well on my M8.2.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-05-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 1,046
Posted By twopointeight
I've had many Leica M bodies come back from...

I've had many Leica M bodies come back from overhauls at Solms or N.J. with the same skin. I wonder if the digital bodies are different so that skins are changed with every overhaul? That's a lot...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-04-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 1,046
Posted By twopointeight
Only a lot compared to some: 30,000+ actuations.

Only a lot compared to some: 30,000+ actuations.
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-04-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 1,046
Posted By twopointeight
No, that was the surprise. The old skin was in...

No, that was the surprise. The old skin was in fine shape. The body is getting brassy and the shutter count is relatively high, so maybe they gave a user a break?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 10-04-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 1,046
Posted By twopointeight
Praise for Leica service on M8.2

I sent my M8.2 to Leica, N.J. for the $350 CLA deal. Not only did they do the basic CLA, but also a couple of parts got replaced, PLUS they changed the entire skin to the newer M9P type. I was...
Forum: Fuji X Series 10-02-2012
Replies: 11
Views: 2,789
Posted By twopointeight
Because there are sometimes tweaks in the...

Because there are sometimes tweaks in the manufacturing process that are not part of firmware updates or announced.
Forum: Fuji X Series 10-02-2012
Replies: 11
Views: 2,789
Posted By twopointeight
Fuji X100 Black

Anyone buy one of these recently? Are these cameras shipping with the latest firmware or are the ones available been on the shelf for awhile?
Forum: Travel 09-29-2012
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By twopointeight
First Avenue from Pioneer Square to Denny Way...

First Avenue from Pioneer Square to Denny Way passes through some scenes. Neighborhoods: Fremont, Ballard, Wallingford, International District, SODO. That should keep you busy, if you do a little...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-22-2012
Replies: 27
Views: 4,113
Posted By twopointeight
I use an M8.2. I have no issues with the UV/IR...

I use an M8.2. I have no issues with the UV/IR filters as they just live on the lenses. The 28mm Skopar acts like a 35mm and is very small. For low light or portraits, I use the 35mm Summilux. ...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-19-2012
Replies: 63
Views: 5,187
Posted By twopointeight
My M8.2 is at Leica, NJ now getting the CLA deal....

My M8.2 is at Leica, NJ now getting the CLA deal. I'll be happy to use it for another year and let prices fall a bit on the full frames. With the M8.2 and the 35mm summilux at 320-640 iso, I...
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-18-2012
Replies: 150
Views: 10,979
Posted By twopointeight
Why is there a removable bottom plate, (to drop),...

Why is there a removable bottom plate, (to drop), instead of a sealed door for battery and SD card?
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 09-16-2012
Replies: 20
Views: 2,263
Posted By twopointeight
The Canon 5DMK2 can do just about anything and is...

The Canon 5DMK2 can do just about anything and is my main camera for editorial and portrait work. My M8.2 makes great files, but I don't mix those CCD files with Canon's CMOS files. The M8.2 is for...
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-10-2012
Replies: 140
Views: 6,981
Posted By twopointeight
It is what it is. Just shoot it.

It is what it is. Just shoot it.
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 09-08-2012
Replies: 61
Views: 4,941
Posted By twopointeight
I just sent my M8.2 to Leica for the CLA deal. I...

I just sent my M8.2 to Leica for the CLA deal. I could have easily sold it and jumped into a Fuji Pro 1. But the files from the 8.2 sensor with Leica glass are distinctive. The only part Leica...
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