Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2003/04/28

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Re: Flare and Hoods
From: Mark Rabiner <mark@rabinergroup.com>
Date: Mon, 28 Apr 2003 20:06:14 -0700
References: <BAY1-F84T7kUp32KsD4000180c6@hotmail.com> <3EAD9294.CF16C01B@pacbell.net>

Jerry Lehrer wrote:
> 
> Dave
> 
> It is FAR easier to see flare with an SLR than it is with an RF
> camera. (obviously)
> 
> Some people don't use a lens hood indoors, but you would be
> astounded how much flare could be generated by flash reflections
> off walls that are not even in the picture.
> 
> Leica is doing a dis-service by not recommending or supplying
> a lens hood with the Elmar.
> 
> Jerry

The reason being it cant be used at the longer focal length and thereby
inviting conflict, criticism, people wanting their money back.

Mark Rabiner
Portland, Oregon USA
http://www.rabinergroup.com
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In reply to: Message from "Dave Olson" <ckrosebud@hotmail.com> ([none])
Message from Jerry Lehrer <jerryleh@pacbell.net> ([Leica] Re: Flare and Hoods)