Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2007/02/14
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Gene, I don't think series VII is one of the sizes Leica is offering. It's been a while since I registered my M8 but I don't recall a series filter of any size as a choice. You may have to step up to a standard size. Len On Feb 14, 2007, at 3:59 PM, grduprey@mchsi.com wrote: > Len, > > Thanks for the info. I am probably going to get a couple Heliopan > filters for the 50 Summicron and the 35/1.7 CV lenses. I have a > 35Summilux Titanium version, but it looks like it takes Series 7 > filters, so will probably order that through Leica as on of the > free ones. > > Gene > > > -------------- Original message from Leonard Taupier > <len-1@comcast.net>: -------------- > > >> Gene, >> >> I have been using SanDisk exclusively for a few years now. While I >> use 4G cards on my Nikons, I only bought 2G for the M8. The Extreme >> III seems to work very nicely. I had a problem with an Ultra II >> where my card reader wouldn't recognize it (also a SanDisk reader) >> even though it recognized the Extreme III. It was happy with a new >> reader. I bought 6 Heliopan cut filters. They are great but start >> getting a little pricey in the larger sizes. They are slim filters >> and allow me to snap in the slide in hoods on the 21mm and 24mm asph. >> lenses. I also tried the Tiffens which are too thick, and a B+W slim >> which has no outer thread but furnish a lens cap for it. I found all >> three brands eliminate the purple cast but I prefer the Heliopan. I'm >> still waiting for the Leica filters for the sizes I didn't buy. I >> never tried PSE4. CS2 is very happy with the dng files. >> >> Good luck with your new camera. >> Len >> >> >> On Feb 14, 2007, at 11:31 AM, grduprey@mchsi.com wrote: >> >>> Well I have an M8 and an extra battery on its way. A few >>> questions, I know there has been a bit of discussion on these so >>> hopefully I can get the info I need. What is everyone using for SD >>> memory cards? I am thinking 2G or possibly 4G. Any preferences on >>> brand and version? I'm probably going to get a IR cut filter for >>> right away for one lens, then order the 2 free ones from Leica >>> later, anyone tried the Heliopan filters? The local camera store >>> can get them readily, according to the owner. I know it comes with >>> C1 LE, has anyone tried PSE4 with it yet? That's all for now, I'm >>> sure I'll have more questions after it gets here. >>> >>> Gene >>> PS: I guess I'd better get SWMBO a REALLY GOOD Valentines Day >>> Gift!!! ;-) >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Leica Users Group. >>> See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Leica Users Group. >> See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information > > _______________________________________________ > Leica Users Group. > See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information