Alex, Regarding Focal lengths - I have the Voigtlander 35 Nokton 1.7, Zeiss 50 Planar and, Voigtlander 75 Nokton 1.5 M mount lenses for my SL2-S. Really is a fantastic 3 lens setup! I fee like I have 90% of my shooting covered. Occasionally, I wish I had something wider, and I may end up getting something in the 24mm range. One of the reasons I love the M Mounts is that I can carry a three-lens setup in my small Ona Bowery bag (non-mounted lenses in neoprene lens bags). This makes for small stealthy setup to walk around in. Actually, I can fit a 4 m mount lens setup (1 on camera) into the Bowery bag although it's a tight fit, into this bag. I really like your videos. Great info, production, etc. Keep up the great work! Looking forward to seeing more Leica content from you.
For me, the range finder focusing in view finder is easier and faster than the peaking focus assistance in any system. When the alignment of focus point is right, it it just right. No more no less. But the peaking is different. You see different level of peaking on your subject and you have to decide before pressing the shutter. Anyway, i love the Visoflex on my M11. Normally I don't need it. But when I need it, thanks God, I have it. Especially when I use tele or wide focal length lens. Thank you for your honest review.
I have the M11 with the lux 50mm and 35mm and the cron 90 app. I like having one on the M10-R and one on the M11. Those 35mm and 90mm focal lengths do it for me and are the two views I see in the world. New visoflex 2 is in the mail so looking forward to trying it with the 90mm.
Alex, I sincerely appreciate your critiques and “first impressions” of the Visoflex 2. I am currently mauling over the idea as to whether or not I will purchase the M11. I currently own the M10R/M10M as well as the M3 w/50mm f2 DR with goggles. My other lenses are also all Leica. 24mm f3.8, the 35mm FLE asph, and the APO’s 50, 75, & the 90 f2 lenses. Thank you again, Doc Chaps
@@ABarrera Thank you. My goal is to own all four Leica M APO lenses. I see Leica as an investment rather than a purchase. So at some point, if my children don’t embrace photography, I will sell them. And because they are Leica it proves that you can have your cake and eat it too. The cherry on top of all of this is that I absolutely enjoy manual focusing. And the greatest experience that I’ve ever had doing that has been on a Leica. I’m not a pro photog like yourself. I am a Theologian and educator. Photography is my passion and the M system has raised that passion to an entirely new level. A level that not Nikon, Fuji X nor GFX ever came close to achieving. But in closing, that you again for what you do and the joy, energy, and love that you appear to put into it. I look forward to your next Leica video. Continued happiness and success to you and yours. Be Blessed, Doc Chaps
So how funny that this video came across my feed. I’m glad you broke down and bought the 35 FLE. Your Summicron is sitting on my desk waiting for me to take it out tomorrow. 😂
I have an M7 Silver Chrome and 35mm Summicron latest version and an M11 on order. Nice kit you have there, thanks for sharing. You are right about passing the camera to someone to take your picture, 9/10 times it will be out of focus as to be expected.
Just returned my M11, not because it's not a good camera, but because I think that money is better put towards lenses. I already own 5 film leicas and an M9, which should be good enough for my needs. Love you videos, you have a very relaxed approach that I like.
Nice kit. I have the 90 apo Summicron and it's a great lens esp for portraits, amazing character. Doesn't get enough love. 75 is close to 50, so a 90 would give you more variation in focal lengths imo.
Woo doggy. Thanks for the video. Interesting your thoughts on the weight of the brass 50 lux. I have only ever handled the black one and I liked the weight but always had this plan to buy the silver for the brass and the matching to my M2. On my M10 however I use the new Voigt 75 1.5 Nokton ASPH. Really like love the rendering. A lot of character. But the Leica 75 APO will undoubtably beat it in corner and other IQ. But maybe give the Voigtlander a shot if you wanna get used to the focal length and then trade up in the future?
The Voigtalnder 75mm is being recommended a lot! I will def rent this one in the next few weeks. Curious to see your thoughts if you ever get the silver chrome Lux.
Hey Alex, try to leave the EVF at home unless critical as otherwise it will become too much of a crutch and you’ll never gel with the rangefinder. Ultimately a rangefinder will always be quicker than an EVF for manual focus.
I have exactly the same lenses as you even down to the silver Summilux 50mm. The only difference is I am using a Leica M10-D also with the thumb grip and no Visoflex. Let us know how it goes with the 75mm!
Hello Alex. Congratulation with the M11. It has a 60 MP sensor and that will give you the opportunity for cropping images shot with the 50 LUX into 75 mm. It would make more sense for you to invest in a 90 mm. My favourite is the LUX 50, but in tight spaces my 21/1.4 mm is very helpful. A Summarit 90/2.5 is also in my kit. I've an M240 and an M-P240, EVF, and a Cokin filter set in my bag. A Q is for back up and video filming. That's all I need as a press photographer. My daily or main camera is the M-P240 with the LUX50. Keep on rolling!
I think you'll enjoy the 75mm APO. I have the SL version for my SL2 and I love it. I recently purchased the 50 summilux, I'm looking forward to using it. Are you using the 35 APO M or just summicron?
Another point if you try 35mm summilux you will love it as much as 50lux because even though it’s wider f1.4 give you ver acceptable bokeh that separates the background enough also it’s great low light lens for night street photos more than 50Lux because of the wider view, with 35lux and 50Lux and handgrip your kit is complete at least for while 😆
I thought someone finally would talk about the Visoflex 2 a bit more, but once again it's just specs talk. If you already have one connected to your camera, get into it !
I have been searching for a review on this! Thank you for doing it! Nice sharp background for your video btw. I have been telling people the 50 lux shoots better photos than RF 50 1.2 and the Canon guys just think I’m nuts. I think the bokeh quality is so much better on 50 lux, unless canon releases a DS version of 50 1.2
2 bodies 2 lenses keeping it simple. M6 with a 50mm ZM f2 and an m10 with a 35mm Summicron ASPH V1 📷🔴✨ Lenses swap between the two occasionally based on the shoot but a simple kit is liberating from the digital kit I use for full time paid work.
Hi Alex, no big deal, but you will find the handgrip will hugely “balance out/allow a comfortable grip on the camera” with the set-up you have. Enjoy! Cheers..
@@ABarrera Yeah, let’s hope but also try the M11 handgrip just for comparison (and finger loop for the most severe rotational control)- it’s because you have elected the heavier chrome versions of both the camera and lens for aesthetic reasons which is completely relatable! I know this only from having used the heavier 75mm Noctilux and R35-70F2.8 zoom lens on the M 10-R/M. I use the RRS handgrip. However, the new M11 handgrip looks perfect here. Best wishes!
I'd like to know better about visoflex 2, that is, what I can see into the screen (time of exposure and other parameters) and if what I see is the real image of final photography. Thank You. I have apreciate your video
Your kit isn’t complete without the handgrip trust me , I resisted for long time because I wanted smaller kit but after using it I can’t stay without it because I have big hand and my smaller finger is lose below the camera. Just try it once and you will know what I mean
Don't be so cheap, get your wife a cell phone so she can take your photo! 75APO used? Not listed on Leica's website when I watched this. Happy shooting.
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Alex, Regarding Focal lengths - I have the Voigtlander 35 Nokton 1.7, Zeiss 50 Planar and, Voigtlander 75 Nokton 1.5 M mount lenses for my SL2-S. Really is a fantastic 3 lens setup! I fee like I have 90% of my shooting covered. Occasionally, I wish I had something wider, and I may end up getting something in the 24mm range. One of the reasons I love the M Mounts is that I can carry a three-lens setup in my small Ona Bowery bag (non-mounted lenses in neoprene lens bags). This makes for small stealthy setup to walk around in. Actually, I can fit a 4 m mount lens setup (1 on camera) into the Bowery bag although it's a tight fit, into this bag.
I really like your videos. Great info, production, etc. Keep up the great work! Looking forward to seeing more Leica content from you.
Just want to clarify that I was talking about focal lengths.
I might rent the Voigtlander 75mm 1.5, keep hearing good things about that lens. Thank you for sharing
Great review! For travelling I like the Tri-Elmar 28-35-50mm and the 50 summilux for portraits.
For me, the range finder focusing in view finder is easier and faster than the peaking focus assistance in any system. When the alignment of focus point is right, it it just right. No more no less. But the peaking is different. You see different level of peaking on your subject and you have to decide before pressing the shutter. Anyway, i love the Visoflex on my M11. Normally I don't need it. But when I need it, thanks God, I have it. Especially when I use tele or wide focal length lens. Thank you for your honest review.
I have the M11 with the lux 50mm and 35mm and the cron 90 app. I like having one on the M10-R and one on the M11. Those 35mm and 90mm focal lengths do it for me and are the two views I see in the world. New visoflex 2 is in the mail so looking forward to trying it with the 90mm.
Nice set up!
Alex, I sincerely appreciate your critiques and “first impressions” of the Visoflex 2. I am currently mauling over the idea as to whether or not I will purchase the M11. I currently own the M10R/M10M as well as the M3 w/50mm f2 DR with goggles. My other lenses are also all Leica. 24mm f3.8, the 35mm FLE asph, and the APO’s 50, 75, & the 90 f2 lenses. Thank you again, Doc Chaps
You have a nice collection of lenses! Hoping to try the APO 50 one day myself
@@ABarrera Thank you. My goal is to own all four Leica M APO lenses. I see Leica as an investment rather than a purchase. So at some point, if my children don’t embrace photography, I will sell them. And because they are Leica it proves that you can have your cake and eat it too. The cherry on top of all of this is that I absolutely enjoy manual focusing. And the greatest experience that I’ve ever had doing that has been on a Leica. I’m not a pro photog like yourself. I am a Theologian and educator. Photography is my passion and the M system has raised that passion to an entirely new level. A level that not Nikon, Fuji X nor GFX ever came close to achieving. But in closing, that you again for what you do and the joy, energy, and love that you appear to put into it. I look forward to your next Leica video. Continued happiness and success to you and yours. Be Blessed, Doc Chaps
I would keep those M10s and wait to see what the M11P has to offer. Just my 2 cents :)
So how funny that this video came across my feed. I’m glad you broke down and bought the 35 FLE. Your Summicron is sitting on my desk waiting for me to take it out tomorrow. 😂
That’s hilarious 😂 Enjoy the Summicron
I have an M7 Silver Chrome and 35mm Summicron latest version and an M11 on order. Nice kit you have there, thanks for sharing. You are right about passing the camera to someone to take your picture, 9/10 times it will be out of focus as to be expected.
Nice set up! Ive always wanted the M7
Just returned my M11, not because it's not a good camera, but because I think that money is better put towards lenses. I already own 5 film leicas and an M9, which should be good enough for my needs.
Love you videos, you have a very relaxed approach that I like.
Thank you! I definitely regret letting go of my Leica MP. I’ll buy it back in the future for sure, film Leicas are special.
Nice kit. I have the 90 apo Summicron and it's a great lens esp for portraits, amazing character. Doesn't get enough love. 75 is close to 50, so a 90 would give you more variation in focal lengths imo.
Very valid point
Woo doggy. Thanks for the video. Interesting your thoughts on the weight of the brass 50 lux. I have only ever handled the black one and I liked the weight but always had this plan to buy the silver for the brass and the matching to my M2. On my M10 however I use the new Voigt 75 1.5 Nokton ASPH. Really like love the rendering. A lot of character. But the Leica 75 APO will undoubtably beat it in corner and other IQ. But maybe give the Voigtlander a shot if you wanna get used to the focal length and then trade up in the future?
The Voigtalnder 75mm is being recommended a lot! I will def rent this one in the next few weeks. Curious to see your thoughts if you ever get the silver chrome Lux.
Hey Alex, try to leave the EVF at home unless critical as otherwise it will become too much of a crutch and you’ll never gel with the rangefinder. Ultimately a rangefinder will always be quicker than an EVF for manual focus.
I have exactly the same lenses as you even down to the silver Summilux 50mm. The only difference is I am using a Leica M10-D also with the thumb grip and no Visoflex. Let us know how it goes with the 75mm!
Hello Alex. Congratulation with the M11. It has a 60 MP sensor and that will give you the opportunity for cropping images shot with the 50 LUX into 75 mm. It would make more sense for you to invest in a 90 mm. My favourite is the LUX 50, but in tight spaces my 21/1.4 mm is very helpful. A Summarit 90/2.5 is also in my kit. I've an M240 and an M-P240, EVF, and a Cokin filter set in my bag. A Q is for back up and video filming. That's all I need as a press photographer. My daily or main camera is the M-P240 with the LUX50. Keep on rolling!
I think you'll enjoy the 75mm APO. I have the SL version for my SL2 and I love it. I recently purchased the 50 summilux, I'm looking forward to using it. Are you using the 35 APO M or just summicron?
Nice set up! I have the normal 35 Summicron ASPH V2.
@@ABarrera Nice. What are your thoughts on the M11 vs. the M10-P thus far?
Another point if you try 35mm summilux you will love it as much as 50lux because even though it’s wider f1.4 give you ver acceptable bokeh that separates the background enough also it’s great low light lens for night street photos more than 50Lux because of the wider view, with 35lux and 50Lux and handgrip your kit is complete at least for while 😆
I thought someone finally would talk about the Visoflex 2 a bit more, but once again it's just specs talk. If you already have one connected to your camera, get into it !
I got you! Just got it in, I’ll put it through some testing.
@@ABarrera Thank you !
I have been searching for a review on this! Thank you for doing it! Nice sharp background for your video btw. I have been telling people the 50 lux shoots better photos than RF 50 1.2 and the Canon guys just think I’m nuts. I think the bokeh quality is so much better on 50 lux, unless canon releases a DS version of 50 1.2
Its preference when you get two lenses that are that good! Still incredible that Leica can pull off that quality in its compact form factor.
2 bodies 2 lenses keeping it simple. M6 with a 50mm ZM f2 and an m10 with a 35mm Summicron ASPH V1 📷🔴✨
Lenses swap between the two occasionally based on the shoot but a simple kit is liberating from the digital kit I use for full time paid work.
Hi Alex, no big deal, but you will find the handgrip will hugely “balance out/allow a comfortable grip on the camera” with the set-up you have. Enjoy! Cheers..
I am hoping the leather case helps, if not I will have to get the grip.
@@ABarrera Yeah, let’s hope but also try the M11 handgrip just for comparison (and finger loop for the most severe rotational control)- it’s because you have elected the heavier chrome versions of both the camera and lens for aesthetic reasons which is completely relatable! I know this only from having used the heavier 75mm Noctilux and R35-70F2.8 zoom lens on the M 10-R/M. I use the RRS handgrip. However, the new M11 handgrip looks perfect here. Best wishes!
I'd like to know better about visoflex 2, that is, what I can see into the screen (time of exposure and other parameters) and if what I see is the real image of final photography. Thank You. I have apreciate your video
get the summilux ;) or the APO :D if you can find one lol (macro + viso = cool portraits)
Summilux one day….😆
Oh and I love the 35 Summicron too but still ending up buying the Summilux! You have been warned!
I feel it might be inevitable 😆
So what that evf does how it helps to focus, you haven’t told anything about it just how you happy but nothing useful
Your kit isn’t complete without the handgrip trust me , I resisted for long time because I wanted smaller kit but after using it I can’t stay without it because I have big hand and my smaller finger is lose below the camera. Just try it once and you will know what I mean
My hand grip arrived yesterday. You are 100% right
Don't be so cheap, get your wife a cell phone so she can take your photo! 75APO used? Not listed on Leica's website when I watched this. Happy shooting.
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