Re: [Leica] Clarification of DOF pre-exposure visualization, magnifiers and pass the cake

[Jesse Hellman <palio@miata.net>]

Duane, I had a Nikon F2 for many years before getting my M6. I do a lot
of portraits, stage photography, pictures of opera, and singers
backstageand (maybe strangely) find the Leica better, even for the
portraits. The reason, I think, is that while the Leica doesn't show the
image exactly as it will appear, it does something more important: I can
more easily keep a check on everything that is going on, because it is
all in focus. If I am smart enough not to let a tree or pole grow out of
the subject's head, less goes wrong than with the F2.

I was surprised (still am) that people would look at my photographs and
say "how did you notice that? " or "your timing is right on" more often
once I changed cameras.

That is the Leica, not me. No blackout. Fast response. See the details.

I have started to look into putting up a web site, so I can share my
pictures and get feedback.

Jesse Hellman