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Hi, Finally, I think it's a matter of taste, it all comes down to your personal preference. Me personally, as a hobby photographer, I shoot mostly in b&w, which I adore, but also in colour (60%/40%). Sometimes colour is able to convey more adequately the mood of a certain situation, but even this is so subjective !!! Keep up with your interesting videos, it's always a pleasure 👍.

Dave, and your video pretty much wraps it up!

People always say “I like that better in color” but when I do B&W it just feels time;was, like it could be 1980 or 2024, and the image speaks for itself. I feel that the colors many times distract from what’s actually happening, I think it’s just the human brain doing its thing

Last image was a banger

People, even my own mother, have said they wish they could see stuff in color. So I bought the M10M to pair with my Q2M.

I agree about color being a distraction and vastly prefer b&w for street photography. For other types of photography I am still learning my style.

The A7 RIII and the other Sonys do not have greater sensitivity in ISO but rather gain, which means that it is often preferable to take the photo at low ISO and then raise the blacks. There are two base ISOs in the RIII ISO 100 and Iso 640. If you want sensitivity of ISO 800 or 1600 it is better to take the photo at ISO 640 and then raise the shadows when into edition.

Colour is distracting…. Period

Hey, I want to buy a preset but I was wondering what is the difference between Portra 400: Jake Tovar Edition and just the portra 400?

Hats off to a man in a hat! Let’s get back to people- men and women - wearing hats! I’ve been wearing for over forty years- and I’m not a cowboy. You’d looks great, what is it? BTW, I love my M11 M.

The screen in each hand pic is awesome 🎉

Sometimes, colour is the subject of the photo and the meaning in the composition. Not so in black and white. And while black and white images are "timeless", there are many who believe black and white images are old, outdated, and from an aesthetic that isn't interesting. It's what happens when you put pearls before swine.

Great video. Agree with all said. Seriously thinking about biting the bullet to get Q2 Mono. Shoot mainly bnw anyway. Enjoy your channel. Keep bringing it. Cheers from former SF resident. Lived in Sausalito for couple years before moving full time to Asia.

Black and White is beautiful.

Great comparison.just wonder, why on film There is a big difference with the lens and on digital it’s less obvious a difference? Thanks

Leica does render images very special, but if I was going to spend that kind of money, I would go the Hasselblad route.. I think the Hasselblad Look is slightly superior.

The infinity lock is faithful to the Leica original. And for a Leica user who can’t afford a genuine Summicron or Summilux, the LLL 35mm is an excellent buy - in another league compared to the earlier Chinese lenses from 7Artisans and TTArtisan.

How do you protect yourself against the range finder mechanism falling out of alignment? Is it a major concern?

That is a dope jacket, Dave.

Hey Dave I just want to know how would SL 3 with m 50 mm go

My only experience with Leica is my recent purchase of what is already considered obsolete by the Leica crowd and it's the original Q. While I have a myriad of other cameras at my disposal, I take the Q with me everywhere and it's an absolute joy to shoot. I think you nailed it when you said it's the experience because while you can get the same or better elsewhere, these cameras just have character built into them and are just fun to shoot with.

This camera has been haunting me for years. Just can’t justify the admission price at my skill level. One of the reasons I think it’d be perfect for me is the lens choices, would be great to see various LTM lenses shot on the M8 like Jupiter, Avenon wide, Canon and of course Zeiss lenses. There are good vintage glass finds out there, and in my mind would really make a M8 kit super interesting.

I’m rocking a 40 and 90 m-rokkor set with my Minolta CLE, and it’s great to have such a tiny, capable setup. I also got a Konica 28/2.8, but it’s much denser, so one day I’d love to find a Minolta 28mm without the white spots…

Cool video! :) Some time ago I was thinking about selling all of my gear and just buy M11 with some good 50mm, but I'm not ready yet. :D

why is everyone lying about this camera, its horrible I had one

The M11 seems to hold onto highlights way better… a bit like film does (ironically).

Great insights! Thanks for sharing sound counsel that can apply at various on ramps!

Local California photographer here, I'm not entirely sure the comparison for SF is true for "any metro". I walked around NYC for 3 days with a large camera setup hanging around my hip until late into the night and never felt unsafe. Same for other large cities I've been; Boston, New Orleans, Fort Worth. Can't say I would feel comfortable doing the same in SF. If I go back to SF specifically for photography I'll probably follow your advice and bring a non photo bag and a smaller point and shoot style camera. Personally I feel like SF does need an extra bit of caution than most metros.

Wish I had this, when I started. But didnt you forget FLE?

6:45 Soo.... youre neither then?

But the question would be if I am buying a 50 for the first time which should I go for

Being honest. It’s gotten to that point where I don’t care what your video is about…. I’m watching it!!! Great little video and well done for sticking to the two a week :) J

Interesting comparison, I’m surprised the LLL is as noticeable of a difference as it is. It would be intresting to see a vintage Leica lens compared to the new LLL equivalent.

If I wasn’t expecting a baby next month I would have totally signed up for your workshop! I always dig your videos man!

Thank you so much for this very detailed video. My first Leica Lens that I still own for my M6, is a 35mm Summaron f2.8. I absolutely love this lens and the vintage rendering and glow. There’s something very organic and magical. Now I need to find a similar rendering for a 28mm. ❤

Thank you for this wonderful video. Love your images. I will give it a try with my M10. 😊❤❤❤

I have both LLLs and love them. Having said this they are lenses which I use to create a special vintage look. The 35 flares beautifully and the 50SP2 has this special glow in certain light situations. Otherwise the Leica Summicron or Summilux lenses are sharper and have better micro contrast. So the LLLs , as much as I lover them are not the perfect allrounder like the current Leica lenses. But their build quality and special look at a more affordable price ( still not cheap) make them a nice addition to my kit.

Sorry, non related question, did you experience camera shake with m10-r vs m10 vs m11 with same shutter speed? Trying to figure if this an actual issue or a fixable one to adjust shutter speed. Thank you. Watched your other videos but not sure.

I met Gordon years ago when living in Tokyo at one of his exhibitions. Needless to say I was very intimidated as he was and will forever be a legend but being from Kansas (as he was) my curiosity won out. I only wish (after all these years) I had spent more time talking with him. His work is timeless.

I don't care for the LLL as depicted here I think your presets lend more desirable character than the lenses. The shot of the tractor had a blue cast in the middle. The bokeh is also a bit different it feels like the edges of the photo are spinning more instead of a straight spherical bokeh as well as vignetting in the corners and less pleasing skin tones. The lenses are also just less sharp in general and to me that's a pass like you said play with them and sell them on.

A lot of these new M lens manufactures are doing this vintage "infinity lock." I think that was a terrible design and they need to stop doing it. Both light lens lab and thypoch are doing it. All reviewers love the lens and most of their complaints are the infinity lock.

Great video. I have all of these lenses except the LLL 35. I’ve used the 35 1.4 for over 10 years. It is a versatile lens that is perfect for street photography. in 2022 I used it extensively in Paris on a M10 Monochrom. Exceptional images. I’ve found that the 50 LLL is great for getting portrait shots with the M11P. I usually shoot in an intimate setting such as a bar or restaurant. The 50LLL gives a classic film rendering. I’m waiting for the LLL 50 1.2 for the same reason. If I want sharpness and great color, my default is the 50 APO. Love your work. Would like to join you on a shoot some day.

I have the 35 summilux and the 8 element LLL 35. I like the 8 element for color/character and for flare wide open.

One needs to recognize that LLL recreates the originals as closely as possible. Even recreating the original glass compositions. So no they will not be as sharp as a modern lux. But you get the character of classical very expensive collectors glass.

Does anyone know where he got that black sticker for the sl2? I’ve been looking for one without the Leica logo!

I would say companies like LLL/Voigtlander really fills the void in the current Leica line-up, meaning small/light lenses like the old summicrons and summiluxes before the introduction of aspherical elements. The lenses Leica make these days are optically superior, but a bit big/chunky for a light weight rangefinder experience. But actually it's really not what we rangefinder shooters want some times. As we have perfect alternatives like Sony G lenses (which are better than the current Leica offerings when it comes to optical quality). Leica should really expand their vintage line and start to re-introducing those small old-design lenses with modern coating/technology.

That LLL 35 has an interesting blue cast to the photos. (Unless that was an AWB thing)

Hi Dave. Excellent. My favorite is the close focus 35mm 1f.4 Summilux. The rendering at f1.4 is so exceptional with the quick falloff of focus. Thanks again.

I've always appreciated the clinical sharpness of Leica lenses, similar to my GM lenses. However, I often find myself reducing the sharpness when editing my photos. Given this, is the additional $3K investment really worth it for me?

Look at the LLL 50mm 1.2 ASPH ‘1966’. Great rendering like the original Noctilux AA.