Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2012/01/18
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Ryan, that is referring to the old Summicron Dual Range model with a large extra attachment (eyes) that added new windows over the viewfinder and rangefinder. The height of the M8 is different to the M3 so those would not align properly. Capture One was the standard Raw processor at the time but now Lightroom is bundled in its place.. Both work well but have different characteristics. You can get a trial licence of each if you wanted to try. Mit freundlichen Gruessen Geoff http://www.pbase.com/hoppyman On 19 January 2012 07:59, Ryan Scott Bardsley <rbardsley at gmail.com> wrote: > > Well, my M8 arrived today! When I opened the manual (first time ever, I > have to admit) one of the first things I read was that you can?t use the > Summicron 50mm F/2 lens ?with close focusing.? Err, this is news to me. > Online, it seems to be fine. Is this lens okay to use? What do they mean by > close focusing? > > Also, since I got my camera used, it apparently doesn?t come with any > software. Is this Capture One something that I need? Does anyone have a > spare disc? I have Photoshop, but am not sure if the Leica software did > anything special. > > The main killer is? the battery needs to be charged first. Alas, my > torture is prolonged? > > Thanks, > > Ryan > Boston, MA (en route to NYC with a new camera to play with!) > > _______________________________________________ > Leica Users Group. > See http://leica-users.org/mailman/listinfo/lug for more information >