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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Introduces APO Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH “LHSA” Special Edition 7 years ago
Today, Leica has announced a new special edition lens, the APO Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH “LHSA” to commemorate the International Leica Society's 50th Anniversary. Limited to 500 pieces worldwide, the special […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Releases New Firmware for Full Range of Digital M Cameras 7 years ago
Today, in conjunction with the announcement of the new Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH (read our coverage here), Leica has released new firmware for a number of digital M cameras to support the lens, as well as the […]
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Fixed. Thanks for pointing it out.
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It seems that no update was released for the M8.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH 7 years ago
Today, Leica has announced a new M lens, the Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH. The fastest 75mm lens Leica has ever produced. At first blush, this lens seems an odd decision. But, the idea of a 75mm Noctilux isn't so […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware Ver 1.2 for Leica TL2 Released 7 years ago
Today, Leica has released updated firmware for the Leica TL2. The new firmware adds support for the newly introduced Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH pancake lens. You can read more about the new lens here:
Leica […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Updates Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Pricing 7 years, 1 month ago
Leica has updated their pricing on the CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Program. The main changes here are increases to the upgrade cost to the M (Typ 240), M-P (Typ 240) and the M Monochrom (Typ 246). There are no […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH Pancake Lens Announced 7 years, 1 month ago
Today, in addition to the Leica CL announcement, Leica has also introduced a new TL lens – the Leica Elmarit-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH, in both black and silver. This APS-C sized lens in Leica's new L mount, sets new […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica CL Mirrorless Camera Introduced 7 years, 1 month ago
Today, Leica has expanded their APS-C offerings with a new interchangeable lens mirroless system camera – the Leica CL. With similar specifications to the recently launched Leica TL2, the CL trades in the pure m […]
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Carlos,
The Q, with its 24MP full frame sensor will give a little better quality than the CL with an APS-C sensor. Both are going to deliver great results. The Q for me is a mini M camera where I can't take the lens off. Even two years on, it still is best in class.
Really, the decision comes down to one important criteria. If you are looking to get into a full system camera with interchangeable lenses, the CL would be the way to go. But, if you're happy with 28mm, the Q is tough to beat.
18mm is the actual focal length of the lens. On APS-C, it will be equivalent to a 28mm in full-frame terms.
Hope this helps.
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Antonio,
The 18-56 TL is extremely capable, with excellent image quality and a nice focal length range. I do find myself gravitating to the 23, 35 and 60 primes more and more, though. The wider apertures and DOF control overrule flexibility for me. So, not a straight-up sacrifice in IQ. Rather a difference in overall look. And, no, I haven't ran into situations with the original T, TL2 or CL where I needed image stabilization.
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David, I liked your video but didn't see a link here?
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces M-P (Typ 240) “Canada Edition” 7 years, 1 month ago
Today, Leica Camera has announced a limited edition Leica M-P (Typ 240) Set to commemorate the Canada's 150th Anniversary of Confederation. The Leica M-P (Typ 240) “CANADA EDITION” Set includes a custom engraved […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Q (Typ 116) Silver Anodized Announced 7 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica Camera has announced that it will now offer the popular Leica Q (Typ 116) 24MP full frame compact camera in a silver anodized finish. The camera is identical in features and specifications to the […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Sofort “LimoLand by Jean Pigozzi” Special Edition Released 7 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica Camera has released a special edition of the popular Sofort instant film camera in collaboration with French-Italian artist Jean Pigozzi: the Leica Sofort “LimoLand by Jean Pigozzi”. The camera […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Announces Thambar-M 90mm f/2.2 – A Legend Returns 7 years, 2 months ago
Today, Leica has announced the new Thambar-M 90mm f/2.2 lens for the Leica M-System. Much like the Summaron-M 28mm f/5.6 re-issue last year, the Thambar-M 90mm f/2.2 features a similar optical design to the […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica C Image Shuttle App for Compact Cameras Not Compatible with iOS11 7 years, 3 months ago
Just got word that the Leica C Image Shuttle App for iPhone and iPad will not be compatible with the soon-to-be-released iOS11. Apple is rolling out iOS11 along with the iPhone X, 8 and 8 Plus, which […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Introduces V-Lux (Typ 114) Explorer Kit 7 years, 4 months ago
Today, Leica has introduced the V-Lux (Typ 114) Explorer Kit. The new bundle includes a stock V-Lux (Typ 114), a black nylon ‘ONA for Leica' Bowery camera bag and a Leica Rope Strap by COOPH in red. Earlier this […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, New Trade-Up Program for Leica S (Typ 007) 7 years, 4 months ago
Today, Leica has announced a new program allowing users of previous-generation Leica S-system cameras, or other medium format digital systems, to trade in those cameras towards the current Leica S (Typ 007). The […]
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Bernard, that is a good question! The S-E was not listed but we have inquired with Leica, and will update the table when we get a reply. I'll also reply to your comment with the update.
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The S-E is the same credit as the S (Typ 006) and I've added it to the table!
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Fixes TL2 EVF Issue with Firmware 1.1 7 years, 5 months ago
Leica has just released updated firmware for the newly launched TL2. After the first batch of cameras shipped a couple weeks ago, some early users reported their cameras being rendered inoperable. Leica […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Releases Statement Regarding TL2 Issue 7 years, 5 months ago
Leica just released a statement acknowledging a serious issue with the recently released TL2 camera. In some cases, when using the Visoflex (Typ 020) electronic viewfinder on the TL2, the camera can be ren […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Firmware Ver 1.9.4.0 for Leica M10 Released 7 years, 5 months ago
After discovering a bug in their most recent M10 firmware release (1.7.4.0), Leica has quickly issued another firmware update for the M10: firmware 1.9.4.0. The new firmware has the same SD card compatibility […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Updates CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Pricing for SL (Typ 601) 7 years, 5 months ago
In light of the recent price reduction on the Leica SL (Typ 601), Leica USA has just issued an update for the CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade program. After the adjustment, upgrading to an SL from a CCD-based M […]
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Es posible upgrade for Leica M10
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Sorry, no. The M10 is not part of the upgrade program.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica TL2 Mirrorless Camera Introduced 7 years, 5 months ago
Leica has just announced its newest camera, the TL2. When Leica launched the original T (Typ 701) just over three years ago (you can read my review here), it’s machined unibody aluminum design and minimalist to […]
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David,
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James,
Regarding battery life:
I agree with you but…
With the USB-C, I would just charge now through the cord to an external battery that I always carry for my phone anyway.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Why did Leica drop the price on the SL body? 7 years, 5 months ago
With such a large price reduction for the Leica SL (Typ 601) mirrorless pro body, many are questioning Leica's motives. An act of desperation to move inventory? A new model around the corner? Is the SL system […]
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Regarding the price drop in the U.S. serving the goal of providing better global price harmonization (same price in different countries): please note that the European price dropped simultaneously from €6,900 to €5,900.
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Thanks for the European info. The price drop was still greater, percentage-wise in the US.
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Dear David, What are your feelings about this new 50 APO Limited Edition?
Do you prefer this vintage edition or the current 50 APO, lighter, sleek and smaller with a very practical hood?
I guess it depends on your personal aesthetic. I like both!
…but I can only buy just one!
What to go, David?
Can't go wrong with either, although the LHSA version might prove difficult to get at this point. You'd be surprised how quickly 500 pieces become spoken for.
… but I can only buy one!
What to go, David? The Vintage or the Modern?
Thank you, David!
David, can we use filters with the hood in the 50 APO LHSA Limited Edition?
Yes, you can use E39 screw-in filters.
Get whichever one you like better. Both finishes should hold their value.
They are the same lens, with the exception of the focus ring. The LHSA version has a knurled focus ring, while the standard lens has a focus tab. I don't think you'd see much of a difference in the speed or accuracy of focus between the two.