One thing that you can do to use a flash on a cold shoe without an adapter is putting electrical or masking tape on the cold shoe or bottom of the flash. That tape would work as ground, and then you would just need the pc cord. It’s what I did for my canon 7s which also has a cold shoe.
The original MP was from 1956 and it's basically just an M3 bundled with a Leicavit and the M2 was first released 1958, not that it'd matter though. ;)
Best Leica film for me is M6...I think Leica thinks the same and I guess thats why they reissue it...but there are real no best or worst Leica M cameras, they are all great, whatever suits you...many Like the M3 cuz of the huge 50mm framelines for example...then of course you could be using a despousable cheap Kodak camera...and always the most important tool is the 2cm instrument on the back of you viewfinder...whatever camera you use
I have used Leica M cameras for 40 years. Their best feature is that they reduce the "friction" between the photographer and the instrument. These cameras have small bodies and lenses, hyperfocal focusing faster than autofocus, and are easy to repair if something goes wrong.
Looking to buy my first Leica. Leaning towards an MP, however I love the look of the black repaint M2. As far as I know they both are made of brass. The patina look after some use is quite appealing
Super review. I used the M2 for the first time yesterday, in fact first time for Leica. I have a 50mm lens. Does the rangefinder automatically sync to whatever lens is attached to the body? Thanks in advance.
For similar reasons, I love my Canon VT and VT DELUXE rangefinders with Voightlander lenses. They are from the late 50s and have their own special feel and qualities. Both the Leica and Canon made wonderful cameras that can become perfect travel companions.👍📷☕
When I was shopping for my first Leica rangefinder, I narrowed my selection to an M2, M6, and MP. I decided to buy the first one I could find in good condition at a reasonable price. The M6 was the first one I found.
@@Narsuitus It's true that all Japanese rangefinders got inspired from Leica and Contax. But, Canon P, Nikon 1 and Minolta 35 were something else. I love Leica film cameras by the way, M3 is my personal favourite.
Snap! I have a newish Leica MP and a Leica M2. I actually like the M2 loading. The MP quick loading is not as quick as one would expect. With the M2 it is very clear that the film is loaded correctly. I use a Doomo cold shoe light meter with my M2. It has a 30 degree sensitivity which is better than the TT Artisans 45 degrees. The Doomo reads exactly the same as the MP. My black MP has very soft paint which scratches easily which is the only thing I don't like about it. I shoot mainly landscapes while hiking and bought the M2 as a spare body. Now I use them both together - the MP ISO 400 and the M2 ISO 800 in low light. The bonus is if I am using a tripod and the shutter speed is faster than B than I just use the 10 second timer instead of a cable release. Living the dream. Cheers!
I no longer use film but when I did, and wanted to get more than 36 exposures per roll, I learned the hard way to turn the rewind knob to make sure it was taut. Several times the sprockets had not caught and I only found that out when the picture count went beyond 40.
very nice video, Funny, I also own a M2 and a MP. I love both cameras. I had to change the leather of the M2, no a big deal. I also have a digital M, witch is a very well built camera.
Thanks for sharing these books. I completely agree about the value and the pleasure in viewing other peoples work. I especially enjoy commentaries when the photographer explains what they were thinking and feeling at the time they captured an image. I like Ansel Adams' series of books for this reason. Another favourite is "Masterclass - Arnold Newman" by William Ewing published by Thames and Hudson. His image of Igor Stravinsky at his piano is my pick, but the book is full of wonderful portraits. That said I don't think we should limit ourselves to photography as paintings, especially the originals in a gallery, offer similar opportunities for learning and appreciation. Y
Thanks! That's great to hear. I may make more in the future, but right now doing the photography part is more important to me than the youtube part which takes a lot of time :)
I just got my new X100V and am struggling with the area focus and modes. For moving around fast in street photography what modes are you in ? I am gettting quite a few blurry out of focus shots.
I tend to using the AF zone setting. I will generally place the focus where I want the focus to be and anticipate the moment. I have recently been using manual focus more and more and I find that to give me more freedom than AF in many scenarios. If used well the AF is super fast. I've barely made any blurry shots with it.
This proves how hard is good street photography. To get images like Martin parr, William Klein or Bresson. You have to vigorously train your eyes, otherwise all you end up with is just photos of people walking near a patch of light.
What I don't understand: at Min. 1:20 you say you take pictures with a 28mm fullframe equivalent. The x100v has a 23mm lens which means appr. 35mm fullframe equivalent concerning angle of view or do you use the WCL converter?
I really like it! I think it's a great edition the the x100 line of cameras. I was standing in one spot yesterday for about an hour waiting for the right moment. Using the articulating screen helped me to shoot from waist level. 👍🏼
