Member Jack MacD

It would be either/or only for financial reasons.

After using both for some more diverse shooting environments, I find the file qualities to be quite similar … so images from one don't stick out like a sore thumb when viewed together … which I cannot say about any of the other cameras I use, or my assistants use (Sony, Nikon, Canon and a…[Read more]

Thanks Mark, RE: difficulties …

Never let them see you sweat … LOL!

What is also so gratifying about using these tools is the remarkably consistent look and feel attainable between the S2 and M9P … while I also use a Sony A900 and Zeiss optics, as well as process images from my second shooter's Nikons or Canons, none have that…[Read more]

Arif, I just use LR and the lens profiles Leica provided for the HC lenses.

In the case of the HC100/2.2 when strong backlighting is present (like it was in the Bride and flower-girls photo) I may have to use a bit more manual purple fringing correction. This shows up more frequently with the S2 than with my H4D/60.

Mostly process for…[Read more]

Thanks Pete.

The Hasselblad H lenses get along with the S2's sensor quite nicely.

The HC50/3.5-II, 100/2.2, and 150/3.2N are a particularly nice set of lenses to use with the Leica … dual shutter capable, good handling size for the S2, and all use the same 77mm filter size.

-Marc

I currently have the S35, 70, 120, 180. I plan on adding the new 120/TS, the Elpro for the 180, and am debating on the S24mm which I have been waiting for in lieu of the S30mm.

In addition, I have a full compliment of H/C lenses I use on an H4D/60, and also use on the S2 with the H to S Adapter: HCD/28, HC/50-II, 80, 100/2.2, 150N, 210.…[Read more]

Yes, I use it with a number if HC/HCD lenses.

When used in the leaf-shutter mode, I've noted a strange metallic clicking from the Hasselblad lens. Presumably the leaf shutter since the noise is absent when using the lenses in FP mode … but it is louder than when the lens is used on H camera. I sent for a second adapter and it does the same…[Read more]

The detail in this shot is amazing. Zoomed in, you can really appreciate all the elements in the photo: the vibrant aqua-blue stream, the orange and red patterning in the rock formations, the little green trees – and all so crisp and clear!

I do think, however, some further post-processing could give this shot a little more pop. Perhaps some…[Read more]

That was before the new Profoto gear was announced.

-Marc

Hard to say David, they are so cryptic.

I think the majority of news will revolve around the use of CMOS sensors in flagship cameras. They haven't been coy about that. How they handle CMOS will be a critical aspect for M and S users.

The discounts for M9 cameras seem to be a clear signal that the M10 will be announced … Hasselblad did…[Read more]

I've had issues with the S2 tethered to my Mac Tower … LR simply wouldn't recognize the S2 was connected. Jumped through all kinds of hoops trying to fix it to no avail.

Finally solved it by creating a second account on the troubled computer and using that when shooting tethered with the S2. It should be noted that I did not have any of…[Read more]

I don't think color filters can be accurately replicated in post-production. The Monochrom sensor only captures luminance values. The DNG files produced will not hold any color channel information, making it very difficult (dare I say impossible) to apply color filters in post-production.

The Monochrom does come with Silver Efex Pro 2 with…[Read more]

Thanks for continuing to post Michael. We all appreciate your photographic contribution to Red Dot Forum.

No need to apologize for the spots, scratches, etc. I think those “imperfections” help portray the reality of the moment. If they were completely sharp and clear, what would that say about the event? The dust & scratches, and especially…[Read more]

Update,

Since actually getting the H to S adapter and using it with H lenses on a number of assignments as well as some personal work … I'm even more happy with the S2 as is.

However, that POV is tainted by being a H4D/60 user with a full compliment of H lenses. I have the 100mm portrait lens some wish for … and it is the fastest…[Read more]

I agree with Pete – film does still rule! I know when I spoke to you yesterday you said you had your own dark own where you processed the film. Do you process the BW prints there as well, or do you scan the film and do all the post-processing digitally?

Correction …

I tried the HTS with 100/2.2 again and this time it didn't AF, so it is not a feature to count on.

However, it did provide focus confirmation this time, but again I don't think it is a reliable feature unless the light is bright enough or the movement on the HTS not too severe.

Guess I'll have to get a split…[Read more]

There seems to be a growing interest in a fully functional C645 to S adapter. This may be due to the aging Contax camera bodies and steadfast adherence to many of the Zeiss CZ optics that provide a wonderful character.

The ability to use the C645 lenses on a S2 would bring an all new ergonomic experience to the Contax owner, similar to use of…[Read more]

WOW!

-Marc

Okay, had a few minutes to myself and tried the HT/S and 28 on the S2.

It works fine but does not retain AF … all it does is hunt. f/4 X 1.5X is probably the reason … to small of a maximum aperture … to dim especially with movements applied. Same for the 50/3.5 … although it would occasionally grab focus.

No matter, the good…[Read more]

Modern sculpture. Well seen and shot!

-Marc

I have the 1.7X and wonder the same thing. However, it IS listed as incompatible in the instruction manual, so I would tread cautiously.

Frankly, I think it is Leica adhering to certain very high standards of image quality associated with the S2, and they may feel some combinations don't meet those standards.

My main use of the 1.7X has…[Read more]