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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Offers New SL Trade-Up Program 6 years, 3 months ago
Today, Leica Camera USA has announced a new trade-up program for individuals looking to switch into the SL system. The details of the program are quite simple. You can trade in a working digital SLR – any brand, […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica M10-P: Nearly Silent Shutter, Touchscreen 6 years, 4 months ago
With Photokina 2018 only about one month away (the massive industry trade show begins September 26), Leica has revealed a pleasant August surprise with the announcement of the M10-P. An upgrade to the hugely s […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Releases ELPRO 52 Close Up Lens Set 6 years, 4 months ago
Today, Leica has released a new accessory for macro photographers – the ELPRO 52 Close Up Lens Set. Unlike the Leica Macro Adapter M introduced a few years back, which goes between the camera and lens, the ELPRO 5 […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Nitecore USB Chargers for Leica Batteries Offer Maximum Flexibility 6 years, 5 months ago
At a recent Leica Pro Discovery Day held at Leica Store Miami, I noticed a small, unassuming looking battery charger sitting on a table – with an SL battery charging in it. This was the first time I had ever seen […]
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Daniel, I do address this at the end of the article when I say they are working on it! Hopefully we'll see it before the year is out. It just takes time, and relative to the age of the other cameras currently supported the M10 is quite new.
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All good, I am glad you enjoyed the post. I've been using the chargers myself the past few weeks with great results.
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Sorry, but this is not “USB charging” in the true sense. All this is, and I have a few of these, is a regular charger with a USB plugin instead of a typical electrical plug in. The charger to camera connection is unchanged. What this gets you is arguable, as you can easily purchase (for a lot less $$$) a right angle plug to replace the cord.
A real “USB charging” camera allows you to leave the battery in the camera and simply connect a cable to a USB slot on the camera. A smaller(er) charger is configured as a electrical plug. The Sony has this.
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David, I certainly understand what you mean but I have found these chargers personally very handy. They are less expensive than the Leica brand chargers, provide more detailed information about the battery and allow me to easily charge from a USB power pack. Plus they are smaller and lighter. The angled plug connectors for the Leica chargers are definitely useful, but they do not give me the same level of functionality that the Nitecore chargers do. I'm not sure if I'd plug my camera into USB to charge too often, since usually I am using it, and prefer to have a spare battery charging separately, out of the way!
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Daniel, just an update there is now an M10 charger! You can read about it here: https://www.reddotforum.com/content/2018/10/its-here-the-leica-m10-usb-dual-battery-charger-by-nitecore/
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Just want to give you a heads up on the nitecore charger for the Leica sl.it does not charge the battery to 100 percent.the readout of the bars is at max,it reads good and end comes on.then if you charge the battery in the Leica charger it charges the battery for another 15mins approx.to 100 percent.i was not able to shoot for about 4 days.so when I went to charge my battery on the nitecore the readout was good,bars at max and end came on.this is how I know it was not at 100 percent charged.so I charged the battery in the Leica charger and about 15mins.later the battery was at 100 percent.i love the nitecore for the readout on the battery health and using it in the field with my portable battery charger.but if you want your batteries to be at 100 percent charged you need to use the Leica charger.so what I do now is use the nitecore for the readout on battery health.then use the Leica charger to charge the battery up to 100 percent.i think the nitecore does about 85 percent approx.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica C-Lux Now Shipping in the USA 6 years, 5 months ago
The first shipment of the new Leica C-Lux has just landed here in the US. Unveiled at the Celebration of Photography event at the Leitzpark 3 Opening in Germany last month, the C-Lux is a full-featured compact […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, 2018 MacBook Pro 15″ with 6-core i9 Shows Severe Thermal Throttling 6 years, 5 months ago
Not sure this is the info you guys wanted, but it is unfortunately what I was afraid of when looking at the specs of the new 2018 MacBook Pro 15″ refresh…
Well-respected computer reviewer Dave Lee (Dave2D) […]
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David,
I appreciate your comment:This is just not cool.
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Apple has replied that the throttling was a firmware fault and it has been corrected ?
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Apple Updates MacBook Pro to 8th Gen Processors 6 years, 5 months ago
Finally. For months, Apple users have been expecting a 2018 refresh to the MacBook Pro, last updated in 2016. And today, Apple has addressed at least some of the community's desires for the 13 inch and 15 inch […]
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David,
I really appreciate your comments on this new machine, and I look forward to your decision. I am relatively happy with my mid 2014 15” MacBook Pro, and have avoided an upgrade until 32Gig Ram was finally available. I am also looking at an upgrade to my desktop and for similar money I could rationalize an iMacPro.I know you are an agnostic on operating systems so I pay attention to your thoughts. Your comments on 4K rendering speed catch my attention.
Too bad that instead of a Leica watch, Leica doesn’t make a computer.
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Jack,
I have a feeling that we won't have to wait too long for in-depth benchmarking tests on the new MBP 2018. Besides the raw numbers, I will still need to go to the Apple Store to see for myself if the slightly tweaked keyboard is any better a typing experience.
As far as a desktop goes, I think the only way to go these days is to just build your own. A quality i7-8700K 6-core build with a 30% overclock (5GHz) can be had for $2,100, even with a beefy GTX 1070Ti graphics card (faster than both the Vega 56 standard and Vega 64 top of the line option on iMac Pro). Then pick up an LG 43″ 4K monitor with 100% sRBG gamut and super accurate color for $700. Yes, 43 inches. Yes, $700.
So, for roughly half the price of the iMac Pro, you get a solid imaging workstation that chews through photos and video. Here's a quick config I threw together: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qpwwq4. You're not limited to a 27″ screen, and you can upgrade the SSD, add additional internal storage, upgrade the video card (or add a second in SLI), even change out the CPU. Half the price, with up to 50% better performance in Adobe apps. I know a lot of people like the 27″ screen, but as someone who uses a 34″ ultra-wide LG everyday, 27″ is tiny. And I'm seriously eyeing the 43″ 4K LG to gain even more screen real estate. For serious content creation, more is almost always better.
And honestly, if you didn't need a monster video editing machine, scaling back the graphics could save you a few hundred, to well under $2K. I just wanted to give an apples to apples comparison (pardon the pun). Realistically, with a $5-6K budget, you could get a tricked out Razer Blade 15 laptop (32GB RAM / 2TB SSD) for $3,500 and a desktop for $2,000-2,500. Or, just plug the 43″ monitor into the laptop and call it a day, for $4,200. All that being said…. I'm still pulling for the MacBook Pro to surprise me when reviews come out this week.
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I use the new iMac PRO for lightroom/PS and it is wonderful.
Albert
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Good article David. I ordered mine with the 4TB SSD today. Will report vack
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Looking forward to your experience, Mark!
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I am on the fence as well. Still using my 2015 Mac pro in the field but am perplexed as to why they dropped the SD card reader???-
Albert,
Apple dropped the SD card reader for the same reason as why they omitted full-size USB-A or HDMI ports, and why the keyboard has such short travel – thinness. Thinness at all costs. And, if you check out my update from today, you'll see that there seems to be a very tangible performance penalty as well.
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The new 6-core Windows laptops render video as fast (or faster) than most desktops. The Gigabyte Aero 15x, Razer Blade 15, MSI GS65, and Dell XPS 15 all are able to cool the new processors and are only 1-3mm thicker than the MacBook Pro. They weigh between 4 and 4.5 lbs. Other larger gaming laptops, like the Aurus X9 are even able to run overclocked i7 and i9 processors around 5GHz and still stay under 80 deg C. This computer is no lightweight at 7 lbs and 0.9 inches thick, but certainly no where near the bulk of previous generations of gaming laptops.
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Exciting news for Apple enthusiasts! The update to the MacBook Pro with 8th gen processors is a game-changer. With these new processors, we can expect even better performance and efficiency from our MacBooks.
First, I started using this MacBook for my work at the https://hrforecast.com/ company. The company purchased these MacBooks for all its employees half a year after these MacBooks went on sale.
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica M10 Added to CCD Corrosion Upgrade Program 6 years, 5 months ago
At last! Leica has added the M10 to their CCD corrosion upgrade program. We have been patiently waiting for a while, and now owners of CCD cameras affected by the corrosion issue have the option to upgrade to […]
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Arnold, from what I understand the corrosion issue will affect all, or nearly all, full-frame-CCD-based M cameras. The timing with which corrosion happens seems to be somewhat random, same with the severity of it. I have noticed that the less a camera is used, the more likely it is to suffer from corrosion. Leica can replace the CCD if you so desire. This is done under warranty if the camera is less than five years old, but there is a charge (determined by Leica and it does vary sometimes) if the camera is older than 5 years. Depending on the severity of the corrosion and your own plans, you do have a few options to either upgrade, exchange the sensor or simply continue shooting as-is.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, New Firmware for Leica M10, Q, CL, TL2, TL, and T 6 years, 6 months ago
Ordinarily, Leica rolls out firmware updates one camera, or at least one camera system, at a time. But for this round, multiple product teams coordinated their efforts, resulting in five cameras getting firmware […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware Ver 1.4 for Leica TL2 Released 6 years, 6 months ago
Today, Leica has released updated firmware for the Leica TL2. This update adds a ton of additional functionality to the TL2, including additional customization options, focus peaking, additional video capability, […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware ver 3.0 for Leica Q Released 6 years, 6 months ago
Today, Leica has issued a firmware update for the Leica Q. This update offers an extensive list of improvements and additions, including a revision of the menu layout, a new power saving mode, additional custom […]
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Richard, I cannot seem to duplicate the issue on the Q I have here with firmware 3.0 installed. If I press and hold the FN button then select Exp. Comp as the function I want, the button stays that way unless I reset the camera to factory default, or select “Default Profile” from the User Profile menu (which is basically the same as resetting the camera). Feel free to give us a call this week and we are happy to help at 305-921-4433 or email me at josh@leicastoremiami.com
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I just bought the Q-P and was having a hard time trying to connect the wifi-app in the phone/leica and you saved my life with this detailed update info! THANK YOU! It just needed the newest firmware! Thanks thanks!
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware ver 2.0 for Leica CL Released 6 years, 6 months ago
Today, Leica released new firmware for the latest camera in the lineup, the Leica CL. Compared to some of the other firmware updates for other Leica cameras released today, the CL update is fairly minimal. There […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Firmware Ver 2.4.5.0 for Leica M10 Released 6 years, 6 months ago
Today, Leica has issued a firmware update for the Leica M10. This update offers some user interface improvements, doubles the maximum long exposure time, adds a new continuous drive mode, and offers a few more […]
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looks like the link to the firmware update is not working ?
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Thanks for spotting that. Fixed.
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Bit of an embarrassing situation: I have both M10 and M10R, and I just realised in the previous round of upgrade I applied, I applied carelessly the M10R update to both. So now my M10 was on 20.20.47.37, and has been running that way, but while it lets me upgrade to the new 30.22.11.52 and still runs (!) it would not take the proper M10 distribution 3.22.11.52 (maybe because 30>3?). Any suggestion welcomed
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leitzpark 3 Opening: A Celebration of Photography 6 years, 6 months ago
On Friday evening, everyone made their way back to the large black tent, the Leica Marquee, for the Celebration of Photography event. There were numerous rumors that Leica would be making product announcements at […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leitzpark 3 Opening: All things Zagato 6 years, 6 months ago
Following the success of the Leica Ultravid “Edition Zagato” binoculars in 2015, Leica again turned to the Italian automotive design house for the first special edition M10. The Leica M10 “Edition Zagato” Set was […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leitzpark 3 Opening: The Leica Company Archives 6 years, 6 months ago
Up a back staircase and through a few nondescript double doors, the Leica Company Archives house valuable documents, patents, design sketches, books, photographs, production records, prototype cameras, and more. […]
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Josh Lehrer wrote a new post, Leica Announces M10 “Edition Zagato” Limited Edition 6 years, 6 months ago
Today, Leica has announced their second special edition product in partnership with the legendary design house Zagato: the Leica M10 Edition Zagato Set. Limited to only 250 examples worldwide, the M10 Edition […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Leica Announces C-Lux Compact Camera with 15X Zoom 6 years, 6 months ago
At the Celebration of Photography Event in Wetzlar today, Leica has just announced a new compact digital camera. The Leica C-Lux offers a compact size with an impressive 15X optical zoom range (equivalent to 24 – […]
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Free M-Adapter-L with Purchase of a Leica CL 6 years, 6 months ago
Leica USA just announced a new promotion for the recently introduced Leica CL. From now until September 30, 2018, anyone who purchases a new Leica CL Body or the Leica CL Vario Kit will receive a Black Leica M […]
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They are the same. Leica changed the name of the mount when the T (Typ 701) was renamed the TL. Then came the SL, then the CL. They all have the L mount. T mount was confusing. The original Leica M Adapter-T is functionally the same as the current Leica M Adapter-L.
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David Farkas wrote a new post, Stay tuned for live coverage from Leitz-Park Opening 6 years, 6 months ago
The final stage of Leitz-Park, Leica's incredible corporate campus, is now complete. Josh Lehrer and I are heading to Wetzlar, Germany next week for the Official Opening Weekend. Events start on Friday, June 15 a […]
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How does Leica recommend to tether the M10-P to a desktop computer?
David, there is no way to tether the Leica M10-P to a computer. You can send images to an iOS device over WiFi and control the camera as well, but not to a laptop or desktop. The SL does have USB 3.0 tethering, for reference.
Thanks very much for the info Josh. That is very disappointing to hear. Will this be added at a later date?
David, I don't believe so because there is no way to get a USB port on the M10 or M10-P.
actually, the connector is still there under the base plate.
David, unless it is very well hidden I do not see any electronic contacts on the bottom of the M10!
I saw the connector when I looked at the camera in the Leica store. It's hidden under that stuck down panel with the SD Card icon/graphic. On the demo model I looked at, that small panel had been removed.
Woah! I had no idea. Did you take a photo of it? Maybe it's for some kind of AC power during testing or service?
I didn't take a photo of it, at the time I didn't realise it was suppose to be covered since it is there on the M240. I just looked and was glad to see it there. Only later I found it was covered and there is no USB grip, apparently is covered on the 262 as well. What a waste of a perfectly good camera 🙁
David, I don't think that is a “waste” I think it was just a conscious decision on Leica's part to make the M10/M10-P a more focused, efficient camera. That's why they removed video and simplified both the hardware and software interfaces. There are a number of options for Leica shooters that need to work tethered. You can go with the SL, the S or even the M/M-P (Typ 240) cameras.
I guess that is a matter of opinion.
It really is a waste for those who have amassed a very large kit using M8 and M9 for well over a decade, tethering and functioned perfectly well. I have no interest in the SL.
I'm extremely disappointed by this.
David, why not go with an M or M-P (Typ 240)? That works tethered with the multifunction grip. And you can use your M lenses on the SL don't forget!
I have the M240 already and I believe it's now discontinued? The M240 was the perfect solution having the functions a pro needs on a grip that is optional. Those that don't want it don't even need to know it exists.
Also there is no way to use the EVF and flash or flash trigger with the EVF on the M10. :-/
David, the M (Typ 240) is not discontinued. If you want an EVF, flash triggering capability and tethered shooting…that sounds an awful lot like an SL to me!
Thanks Josh. But the M240 is not being developed further is it? I use one today but It's a dead end, as I understand. I'm not interested in using another one at this point either.
I'm not interested in the SL when the A7rIII does a such a great job at a fraction of the cost. I would much rather be using the M though, which worked perfectly well in this scenario.
What a great shame and waste of a perfectly good system it is the loose the M for professional work.