Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1996/11/14
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]People, I would like to discuss a new topic - something related to taking pictures with the Leica. Recently, I found a copy of the 1953 Leica Manual by Morgan and Lester. I found it to be great reading. It also has great pieces by Eisenstaedt and pictures by Julius Huisgen and other noted Leica personages. It is interesting that the 1955 edition of the same manual is completely revised. It features the M3, of course, but not the IIIg, yet. Personally, I find the 1953 edition more interesting than the 1955 edition. I also have the 1935 edition and it is also very good with many great photos. I would be interested in knowing what type of photography does the M camera enable. Personally, I love the control of the depth of field. I also like the unique characteristics of the older lenses, particularly the "softness" of my older, fat Tele-Elmarit. I would love to get an older 50mm/3.5 Elmar just to play with and make "different" images. Does anyone have one of these lenses for sale? Please let me know by private e-mail. Best regards, Chris