paul hart

OK, I own up - this is me.<p><center><a href="

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PTH!)" /></a></center>

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SP: according to my Mac dictionary, a whinger is someone who 'complains persistently and in

a peevish and irritating way'.

Sorry if this has been posted or mentioned before - couldn't spot it at a quick glance - but version 1.092

is now available for download from the Leica website. Just installed it on mine without any difficulty.

According to the splurge, it fixes various things but doesn't include the planned adaptation for the UV/IR

filters - that's coming in the next update due in mid-April 07. The delay is probably to keep the whingers

happy for a bit longer.

The problem was caused by a rubber O ring in cold conditions. Don't I recall that even NASA

had problems of this sort?

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An unsaintly gesture by St Aidan...<p><p><center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/

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Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, UK.<p><p><center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/

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I have the 28 Elmarit-M ASPH (which is what I assume you're referring to). I don't have the 28

Summicron ASPH to compare it to, but from what I have read and my experience of the

Elmarit, I would be very surprised if you'd notice any difference other than the

aperture. It is also a very compact lens, and makes an excellent 'standard' lens on the M8.

As aperture is of no consequence to you, I think the decision is a simple one given the cost

differential.

VP: I should have guessed a slightly positive remark about Leica/Noctilux/M8 would prompt

a contribution from you. The female cuff is an object of beauty that few are aware of.

However, if you click on the image then select 'all sizes' you may see that it is not as you say.

Unless, of course, that would spoil your day.

The Noctilux demands a lot of practice, and the M8 makes that practice a lot easier and

quicker. And then when you nail one, it's really good.<p><p><center><a href="http://

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My dealer here in the UK told me recently that substantial price increases are due across the

whole range.

Write out 100 times, "I must not sell my Noctilux"...

<<I just thought Id share this most positive experience>>

Very welcome. If it's about Energiser Batteries, that's fine. Try doing that about your M8

round here...

James:

To answer your last question (as someone who owns the 90 MEM and has owned the

Elmarit), there is a significant difference in size, weight and 'feel' between these two

lenses.

Length (Elmarit/90MEM): 76mm/59mm (extended) - 40mm (collapsed).

Weight: 410g/240g (black versions).

I don't do tests, but judging from those who do and my own experience, there's nothing to

choose between them in terms of image quality. The MEM is a remarkable little lens and if

you can live with the 'unsexy' maximum aperture, it's the one to go for, IMHO.

Doesn't it depend on whether you personally need the flexibility of the T-E or the speed of

the Zeiss?

Skipton Castle, Yorkshire, England. M3+CV15<p><p><center><a href="http://

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Are actual users of the M8 turning the tide against the chatterings of internet cynics at long

last? Can't help but notice - increase in FS threads - several 'first day with M8' threads -

silence from some previously vocal contributors.

Harry: you have the benefit of being in a hugely photogenic city, so keep them coming!

OK Sheldon, here it is. Other details: ISO640, 1/180 sec, f11, handheld and using the angle-

viewer.<p><p><p><center><a href="

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M8+90 Macro-Elmar-M+Macro Adapter<p><p><p><center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/

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Tore: I have one that I may want to sell as I've picked up a coded 'asph version. If you're

interested feel free to contact me off forum on paulhart2 {at} mac {fullstop} com

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but I think it's taking a jump at the stick, not your

wife :-)

The <A HREF="http://www.leica-camera.us/photography/m_system/accessories/ergonomics/

1376.html">handgrip</A> for the M8 is a worthwhile accessory.<p>It aids both grip and stability.

Like the Noctilux (which I have) I expect the 75 'lux is murderously difficult to focus

accurately close up at maximum aperture. It takes a lot of practice. However, when you nail it

it may well be as rewarding as the Noctilux is...<p><p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/

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alt="Rachel" /></a>

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