I think what a lot of range-finder photographers do is they pre-focus on something at the same depth, then they leave it set that way and focus on moments & composition. Frequently people will camp out at one spot and just fire away. At the end of the day, something like an indoor fashion show is a big challenge if you need to be doing split-second manual eyeball focusing through an optical 28mm viewfinder from several rows back. B/c the light isn't great indoors, so you can't stop down to get a deeper depth of field. I think you'll improve over time w/ manual focusing speed, but the real hack I think is to put yourself in a position where that isn't the issue (e.g. use a flash, pre-focus, etc.).
What a terrific video on a jewel of a camera in Titanium. I do love the introductery sequences a lot. Well done Yasmine. Practicing is key with a Leica M; the reward is confidence in any nailed shot. Keep on with your creative videos. Cheers, Wolfgang
I bought the m9 coz of the ccd sensor. Colors are very much film like and its a treasure to me. You can try zone focusing and setting your aperture to f8. Then head to she streets and go capture something. People walking by and all that. I enjoy it when people look at my camera, feels like a short connection between photog and subject. Enjoy
You caught me by surprise with your selection! Not that it is a bad one, of course, but I didn't not think of the M9 series. I guess it's because of your previous videos with the Monochrom, I expected perhaps the M11 Monochrom. It makes total sense, though, so that you have both a color and monochrome option to make stunning images with. Bravo! As for the manual focus with the overlay, I would likely struggle, as I am used to focus peaking. Perhaps I am spoiled having used the Q series? I am looking forward to watching you become comfortable with it. You've got this!
Don't get me wrong, I loved some of her photographs, but to spend that kind of money on a Leica and then comment that the manual focusing was a problem?
In good light you can zone focus at say f8 and you will have quite a range in focus, so it makes the M series even faster than auto focus in those instances, because you can pre-focus and then fire away when you are happy with the composition. Also regarding taking portraits, you might be surprised how often you might get a 'yes' to taking someone's photo on the street. It takes courage to ask but can be rewarding. Keep up the great videos and insights.
hi Shane, thank you so much for the advice on zone focusing i’m definitely going to practice it!! and yeah i should try to work up the courage to do so to strangers on the street! i feel like i’d be super happy if i could even just get 1 person to say yes 😆 have a good day ! 😊
@@YasmineYen Thanks Yasmine. You will definitely get people to say yes to you taking their pic. Even starting by talking about their dog or something they wear helps. How are you enjoying the M9? That seems such a great camera. Keep up the great videos. I look forward to the next one :)
I think you did a pretty good job using a manual range finder for the first time, you’ll get used to the manual focus and framing, you’ll develop that skill and muscle memory with time. I really liked the video, nicely done and looking forward to more, subbed!
Hi, Once again an amazing video with very good shots. Your personal style is really impressive, so keep up with your talented work. 👍 I would advise you to try Zone Focusing, that is very fast and reliable for quick focusing. I shoot Q3 and the Leica MP 240, both equipped with the Leica thumbs up, which are very comfortable, so that the camera is easy to carry. Greetings
hi Jay, thank you so much i really appreciate this!! and yes im definitely gonna try zone focusing!! i agree with the leica thump grip attached to it can make shooting experience wayyy easier and comfortable! have a good day ! 😄😄
Thank you for the inspiration and your thoughts! I'm so happy to find you and your channel out here. For recommendation "Perfect Days" by Wim Wenders. For me it was movie of the year and one of the greatest movies I've watched. I'm sure you'll like it. Thank you and have a nice day🙂 Ps. what a gorgeous camera you have..
Hi Feodor, thank you so much!! i really appreciate it! and i’m watching the perfect days tonight !! thanks so much for the recs!! have a good day :)) 😊🙏🏻
Very nice to see the Ti at a fashion show! The M10 Zagato is similarly styled and since it seems you are more drawn to the more special Leica models like the Q2 Ghost and the Q2 Monochrom, the Zagato will be a slight better experience than the CCD M9 Ti. The M10 is an all around better experience. I look forward to more of your storytelling with these lovelies! Cheers from LA.
Hi again, I don't know if you know the Netflix series RIPLEY. This series is shot in a great B&W style which is very interesting and inspiring to B&W photographers. Ciao
Learning a rangefinder takes time but once you dedicate yourself to it the results will pay off. Obviously, sometimes you will need to nail Sharp focus but I have learned to embrace the imperfections that I get from shooting with Leica. When you’re not out shooting, just pick it up and try to estimate the distance between you and a subject. Shifting the focusing tab to that distance will become like muscle memory. And as far as tv show, Ripley on Netflix is good, each scene is like a still. The cinematography is gorgeous.
Love the content! What a great unique approach to making content for RU-vid. Movie that I would recommend that may resonate with you would be The Tree of Life by Terrence Malick, cinematographer was Emmanuel Lubezki. Beautifullly shot poetic film. Yasmine to the moon!
Practice zone focusing, with a range finder you don’t really need to aim the. Focus. Set your aperture and your distance, anything within the distance will be in focus.
You're trying to speed up but that isn't the point . Shooting with intent is more important it isn't a Q every part of the photograph is now up to you from focus to iso so breath and think about it before pressing the shutter.
Beautiful, ... I can not decide you or the camera? Both you are works of art. One is created by human but also the other one by GOD. Speaking of gripping of the camera, nothing personal, but You might have problems with too long nails? As far as focusing, when the moving object is in action, go to a continuous shooting feature, than focus your camera on some point on the same distance as the moving object suppose to be. When the object steps at that point, push the shutter button. Though, LEICA M cameras are not designed for action photography, but if the 2 epos per second is good enough for you it does not matter. Just keep doing it and enjoy your best and the preattest camera in the world. Cheerz.
