Gear

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May'12

Leica 18mm Super Elmar ASPH F/3.5 on an M8 in Washington D.C.

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I recently spent some time in D.C. with Leica's 18mm Super-Elmar. Even after just a few hours, I had a definite thought about this lens...

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14

May'12

Leica Store Washington, D.C. is Open!



Leica has opened a new store in Washington, D.C.! I think this is a fantastic move for...

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20

Dec'11

The allure of 100%

So...this is probably not the rant for the pixel peepers club! After really looking at some film rolls ive been shooting, prints on artistic papers, and uniquely flawed lenses that i've used in making some awesome images...I've had a change of heart of stringent lens testing. Maybe my opinions will sway your ideas as well!

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13

Dec'11

Rediculous Camera Comparison – Canon, Leica, Olympus



So I took a bunch of cameras ranging from early digitals like the G2 all the way up to the Leica M8, 5DmkII and E-pm1 and shot the same scene. I was curious to see if I could replicate the same look from any one of these cameras. I wanted to see if I could make a shot from a point and shoot that would look identical to a shot with a full frame sensor SLR that looked the same in print or screen and most regular sizes. My results surprised me!

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06

Dec'11

Rangefinder In Use, Get The Most From Your Leica M8 / M9

8 Ways To Take Better Images with Your Leica M8 or M9 Rangefinder Rangefinder photography has had a major resurgence …

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29

Nov'11

Review: Voigtlander 35mm F/1.4 Nokton on Leica M8

Leica M8 M9 Voigtlander 35mm Nokton F/1.4 Lens Review Images

I have been searching for a fast 35mm lens for my Leica M8. Being in the process of testing several lenses, I discovered a unique secret of this Nokton! It may not be the best lens, but it is absolutely amazing at

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25

Oct'11

Traveling Light: A look at some light weight gear

Really Right Stuff BH-25 with Gitzo Traveler Tripod and Leica M8 M9 Review When out shooting for pleasure, traveling, or shooting long events, a huge heavy SLR system and lenses can really become a drag. After a year of shooting with a Leica M system, I am thrilled at how much less encumbered I can be while not sacrificing any quality. Keep reading for a weigh comparison and a look at my new travel kit.

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11

Oct'11

Review: Voigtlander 21mm F/4 Color Skopar

Leica M8 M9 review Voigtlander 21mm F/4 Image I have spent the last 9 months using the Voigtlander 21mm f/4, a tiny lens with a super wide view. Continue reading to find out how this little lens truly captures the spirit of a Leica.

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31

May'11

Review: Voigtlander 75mm F/2.5 Color Heliar

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The Voigtlander 75mm F/2.5 Color Heliar lens has completely surprised me in many ways. This little lens is definitely one of the rangefinder world's biggest secrets! Wow...

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26

Apr'11

Review: Timbuk2 Xsmall & Billingham Insert as a camera bag for Leica M



Are you tired of your Leica or other mirrorless camera not fitting into conventional camera bags? Do your lenses just disappear into the camera bag abyss? You need a bag sized for a rangefinder! I put together an awesome combo that works great as a daily Leica bag!

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29

Mar'11

Review: Leica Goodies Sling Camera Strap

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The most common accessory for a camera is a strap. Everyone has a camera strap. Cameras even come with straps! It's like they are supposed to be used with a strap. Well, I don't like straps. I discovered another solution called the "Sling" which is offered from LeicaGoodies.com. It is a very simple device that

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