Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/05/25
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]- -----Original Message----- >From: Ted Grant <tedgrant@home.com> >Subject: Re: [Leica] noctilux vs. the cheap alternative > >The nice thing of shooting by available light means they look like what >the real world is all about, natural as we see it. And not blown away >with, dare I say it? "Flash!" This in turn gives an exposure all >right, but totally destroys the natural moment as we were motivated in >the first place. > >I realize some folks can't purchase a Noctilux, but all I can say is, >it's worth every penny to save for no matter how long it takes, >particularly if the photographer truly enjoys shooting things by the >light of the moment. And is motivated by existing light. I still like >to say even though some folks think I'm crazy, but "If you can see it, >you can shoot it!" Ted, my friend! I think you are preaching to the choir here! And I will have faster lenses than my Summicron, no doubt about that. It just ain't gonna' happen tomorrow. I figure by the end of the year I can afford and can justify buying a Summilux, which will help me a lot as an additional much needed tool to add to my bag of tricks. But I *will* be out shooting tomorrow, so I am looking for practical solutions that don't involve robbing a bank! I'll just start with a TA softie, look into some other film/developer options, and <hiding my head in shame> on occasion whip out a flash when all other hope is lost. <g> Just do whatever I have to do to keep shooting. <shrug> Can't stop now, blaming my bad shots on equipment I don't have. I'm just a little frustrated becuase I lost a couple of good photo opportunities this week that I really liked, becuase I couldn't make it work at 1/10 sec. My lack of skill, that's all. I promise not to bitch about my tools any more. Bob Kramer Atlanta, GA