Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/09/17

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Subject: RE: [Leica] A Number One reason why NOT to switch to digital
From: "Austin Franklin" <darkroom@ix.netcom.com>
Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2002 12:23:37 -0400

> >I don't remember the source, but as far, as I remember, EOS D-60
> can record
> >about 6-7 f/stops contrast range.
>
> According to Stephen Johnson the BetterLight scanning back can
> record 11 stops. His work seems to demonstrate this. So as usual
> we find that each system has its limitations. And also as usual
> the the magic happens when an artist / cratfsperson understands
> the limitations and produces powerful work within them.

That is correct, George....which is why I questioned the original claim, and
believed it to be inaccurate.

Regards,

Austin

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