[Leica] To tempt Fuji X users?

[rgacpa at gmail.com (Robert Adler)]

Sorry. Second sentence, third paragraph should read that the RAW processing
software stated do *not* accept the color separation metadata...


On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 8:12 AM, Robert Adler <rgacpa at gmail.com> wrote:

> Frank,
> I think it will.... eventually. Those with R glass should be thrilled,
> though the results remain to be really seen (not glass optimized for
> digital). Other 3rd party (and slowly, perhaps, Leica) will follow.
> The issue I've read with the new M is that to preview the shutter is open.
> To then capture, when you press the shutter release, the shutter closes
> then opens again, introducing a delay (significant, I've read). Ok for
> landscapers like me; not so good for decisive moment photographers.
> I am curious as to how or if Fuji has figured this out.
>
> Fuji has also implemented firmware that allows you to identify in the
> camera 2 non-Fuji supported lenses and 4 Fuji-supported lenses (the only
> supported lens chart I have found is here:
> https://www.fujifilmusa.com/products/digital_cameras/accessories/lens/mount/fujifilm_m_mount_adapter/compatibility_chart/index.html
>
>
> If it a Fuji adapter supported lens, there are built in adjustments for
> distortion (barrel/pincushion), color separation and light falloff. This
> information is passed in the metadata with the RAW file and can be read by
> ACR/CaptureOne/Aperture (all accept the color separation unfortunately, but
> this can be corrected in various 3rd party software if needed).
> More/better info here:
> https://www.fujifilmusa.com/products/digital_cameras/accessories/lens/mount/fujifilm_m_mount_adapter/
> *Note that many Leica lenses are supported!* (I bold this because I
> believe someone pointed out the *rules* of this list is for Leica camera
> shooters...) I'm looking forward to seeing how the Nocti becomes an f/1
> 75mm portrait lens! Unfortunately I don't see the 75'lux ASPH on their
> list; just teh 75'lux f/1.4. Hoping that's because the ASPH may not need
> correction.
>
> I only write this because I understand Ted is recovering and not
> able/allowed much computer time; otherwise I can hear him exploding about
> "KISS!!" "ALL THIS TECHIE CRAP. JUST GO OUT AND SHOOT!" :-)  That and,
> while waiting for the camera to arrive, I'm doing too much reading...
>
> Best,
> Bob
>
>
> On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 7:38 AM, FRANK DERNIE <frank.dernie at 
> btinternet.com
> > wrote:
>
>> Presumably the new Leica M can be used this way also with any lens, using
>> the screen on the back or the accessory finder.
>> FD
>>
>>
>>
>> >________________________________
>> > From: Frank Filippone <red735i at verizon.net>
>> >To: 'Leica Users Group' <lug at leica-users.org>
>> >Sent: Saturday, 18 May 2013, 13:40
>> >Subject: Re: [Leica] To tempt Fuji X users?
>> >
>> >
>> >So in reality, the Fuji is being used as a through the lens / focusing
>> >screen device + Leica glass....
>> >
>> >What I said about my waiting for Leica to produce an EVIL camera....
>> only
>> >this time, Fuji + adapter  did it first....
>> >
>> >I think this is a really good idea, and one that will catch on quickly
>> among
>> >users that are satisfied with the resultant image quality.
>> >
>> >To afford the Fuji is a $1K problem.  To afford a M (240) is a $7K
>> problem
>> >plus the focusing issues (for Leica lenses).
>> >
>> >Bob, I will be very interested in the results....
>> >
>> >Frank Filippone
>> >Red735i at verizon.net
>> >
>> >
>> >I'm looking forward to seeing if my keeper rate improves with my noctilux
>> >and 50/1.4asph and 70/f2 ASPH. An interesting experiment that won't cause
>> >the collapse of the Adler-eau.
>> >
>> >
>> >
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>
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> Bob Adler
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