Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2009/09/03
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planning on offering the a la carte options.
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From: Frank Filippone <red735i at earthlink.net>
To: Leica Users Group <lug at leica-users.org>
Sent: Wednesday, September 2, 2009 7:07:10 PM
Subject: Re: [Leica] M9 details on the Japanese Leica website
Translation according to Google Translate.....>>>>>>>>>>
History of 35mm cameras, the legendary "Leica Ur" With the advent of the
curtain opened. Nearly 100 years. M being conveyed to the digital age the
great tradition of the system, open up new areas of Leica M9 photography was
born. The digital camera is the world's first in its class, designed
especially for full-size CCD. Leica 35mm format, also known as full-size (36
? 24mm) of high-definition, providing a perfect description. The exterior
has been loved over the period M has inherited the classic design of the
system unique. In addition, by combining the latest technological marvel,
and embody the essence of the old model of the past. Commitment to the
highest quality, ideal for passionate people to create memorable work
indefinitely, cutting-edge photography tool.
Uncompromising full-size 36 ? 24mm
High-resolution sensors and high-performance M lenses, and the superior
digital processing, you can shoot good pictures in any environment.
1800-pixel CCD sensor that delivers a full format 35mm. By developing a new
image sensor, infrared can be cut without loss of quality you can use the M
lenses. IR / UV filter is not necessary to install also.
Intuitive operability
Configuration allows easy operation and simple menu, a photographer for the
operation without being distracted, you can concentrate on shooting.
Configuration operations, using the cross key ring and the main set mainly
on the back allows intuitive 2.5-inch LCD monitor while watching. For
example, ISO sensitivity, ISO can be set in a simple operation to select the
sensitivity settings in the main ring while pressing the button. SET button
is intended to show shooting information on the menu, white balance,
compression rate, resolution, exposure compensation, bracketing, a profile
can be set to six frequently used items quickly and easily. Profile, select
your preferences in the various items, is the ability to register with the
name. The combination of the Oke to register frequently used settings, is
useful because it can be taken quickly at any time simply by calling the
same settings.
Compact and durable body
Lifetime that is a favorite of the Leica products are not uncommon. Leica M9
is the same is true also. Despite the large sensor, and Leica M8.2 Leica M8
is the same equivalent compactness. 139 x 37 x 80 mm as a tool for
professional photography is the most compact exterior size. Full metal
chassis is made of high strength magnesium alloy, and the top cover
Base plate are carved from a big chunk of brass. And protects the delicate
internal
Are. Also, the digital section and shutter unit has been designed to account
for improved durability.
In addition, through a free update for fair farm, add new features to bring
the latest technology
Canada is also possible. That is, that Leica M9 is equipped with the
qualities of a lifetime partner. Body color of the two types of black paint
and Suchirugurepeinto.
Workflow
Leica M9 in, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom is shipped with a license.
Dejitaruwakufurosorushon a professional Mac OS X or Microsoft Windows are in
use. Leica M9 also has excellent customers download the latest version for
free.
Frank Filippone
red735i at earthlink.net
Google fetched the M9 information page on Leica's Japanese website:
http://74.125.153.132/search?q=cache:Fzqtrlfo1LEJ:leica-camera.co.jp/photogr
aphy/m_system/m9/
Details:
18MP, 36x24mm full frame
No UV/IR filter needed
Same size as M8
ISO button on the back (replacing Protect?)
Adobe Lightroom supplied with the camera
Black paint / steel grey paint
Top Cover and Base Plate (!!!) CNC'ed from a block of brass
Magnesium alloy body
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Ken Iisaka
first name at last name dot org or com
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