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YouTube Video VVVzX3J1bDJBZjQ5alByMnkxSlJjbVhnLkFIVkhWMy1sOHhB In this week's Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas are taking a fresh in-depth look at the Leica M System. With new camera and lens introductions along with updated firmware features over the last couple years, the M System is definitely worth revisiting. They'll cover the outstanding M11-P, M11, M11-D and M11 Monochrom cameras, the exceptional range of existing M glass and new releases, recent firmware improvements, as well their top tips to get the most out of the M System.Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.============================
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Leica M11 Review: The Ultimate Digital M: https://rdf.to/M11-Review
Leica M11 Monochrom Review: Pure B&W Performance: https://rdf.to/M11M-Review
CCD Corrosion Upgrade Program: https://rdf.to/CCD-Upgrade-2024
M11/M11-P/M11M Firmware v2.2.0: https://rdf.to/M11-firmware-220
New Leica Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH III: https://rdf.to/28mm-Cron-v3
Leica M11-P Introduced: https://rdf.to/M11-P-Announced
New Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH II: https://rdf.to/50mm-Lux-v2
Leica M11 Monochrom Introduced: https://rdf.to/M11M-Introduced
Leica M11 and Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH Introduced in Glossy Black Paint: https://rdf.to/glossy-black
Leica Adds Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 Version 1 ‘Steel Rim’ to Classic Lineup: https://rdf.to/35-Lux-SteelRim-Intro
Leica Relaunches Iconic M6 Analog Rangefinder with Modern Updates: https://rdf.to/M6-Intro
New Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH FLE II: https://rdf.to/35mm-Lux-FLE-v2-Intro
Leica M-A “Titan” Limited Edition Set with APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH: https://rdf.to/M-A-Titan-Intro
Leica Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH Limited Edition Matte Black Paint Finish: https://rdf.to/28mm-Cron-MatteBlack
Leica Announces M11 with 60 Megapixel BSI Sensor: https://rdf.to/M11-Intro
Lightroom Presets for Leica Cameras: https://rdf.to/LR-Presets
Leica M11-D: Cutting Edge Digital with Analog Feel: https://rdf.to/m11-d
Leica M Rangefinder Focusing Tips and Tricks: https://rdf.to/rangefinder-tips
Leica MP vs M-A vs M6: Analog M Cameras Compared: https://rdf.to/analog-MCheck out David's personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlzSign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica M System - 2025/ Where are we now?
RedDotForum February 22, 2025 10:24 pm
In this week's Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas are taking a fresh in-depth look at the Leica M System. With new camera and lens introductions along with updated firmware features over the last couple years, the M System is definitely worth revisiting. They'll cover the outstanding M11-P, M11, M11-D and M11 Monochrom cameras, the exceptional range of existing M glass and new releases, recent firmware improvements, as well their top tips to get the most out of the M System.Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.============================
Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.com.Leica M System: https://lsm.to/M-System
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Leica M11 Review: The Ultimate Digital M: https://rdf.to/M11-Review
Leica M11 Monochrom Review: Pure B&W Performance: https://rdf.to/M11M-Review
CCD Corrosion Upgrade Program: https://rdf.to/CCD-Upgrade-2024
M11/M11-P/M11M Firmware v2.2.0: https://rdf.to/M11-firmware-220
New Leica Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH III: https://rdf.to/28mm-Cron-v3
Leica M11-P Introduced: https://rdf.to/M11-P-Announced
New Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH II: https://rdf.to/50mm-Lux-v2
Leica M11 Monochrom Introduced: https://rdf.to/M11M-Introduced
Leica M11 and Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH Introduced in Glossy Black Paint: https://rdf.to/glossy-black
Leica Adds Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 Version 1 ‘Steel Rim’ to Classic Lineup: https://rdf.to/35-Lux-SteelRim-Intro
Leica Relaunches Iconic M6 Analog Rangefinder with Modern Updates: https://rdf.to/M6-Intro
New Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH FLE II: https://rdf.to/35mm-Lux-FLE-v2-Intro
Leica M-A “Titan” Limited Edition Set with APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH: https://rdf.to/M-A-Titan-Intro
Leica Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH Limited Edition Matte Black Paint Finish: https://rdf.to/28mm-Cron-MatteBlack
Leica Announces M11 with 60 Megapixel BSI Sensor: https://rdf.to/M11-Intro
Lightroom Presets for Leica Cameras: https://rdf.to/LR-Presets
Leica M11-D: Cutting Edge Digital with Analog Feel: https://rdf.to/m11-d
Leica M Rangefinder Focusing Tips and Tricks: https://rdf.to/rangefinder-tips
Leica MP vs M-A vs M6: Analog M Cameras Compared: https://rdf.to/analog-MCheck out David's personal work at https://instagram.com/davidfarkasphotographyTravel with David on Leica Store Miami Photo Workshops: https://lsm.to/4qzlzSign Up for Leica Store Miami Email Newsletter:
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica M System - 2025/ Where are we now?
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Join professional photographer and photo guide Colin McKinley from Red Dot Forum as he reveals a hidden feature in Leica SL cameras that will dramatically improve your landscape photography. Using native L-mount lenses, this live DOF readout feature helps you master depth of field and ensure sharp focus from foreground to background.What You’ll Learn in This Video:- Where to focus for optimal landscape shots
- How Leica’s built-in distance scale simplifies the process
- The difference in depth of field at various focal lengths
- How to change the distance unit from meters to feet
- The impact of focus distance on overall sharpness📩 Have questions? Drop them in the comments below!📌 Check out more Leica news, reviews, and in-depth technical articles at https://RedDotForum.com👉 Like, Subscribe & Hit the Notification Bell 🔔 to stay updated on the latest Leica tips and tricks!Support Red Dot Forum
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0:00 - Introduction
0:49 - Explaining Depth of Field with an M Lens
1:23 - Understanding Front and Back Focus – How distance scales help
2:00 - Distance Scale on SL Autofocus Lenses
2:32 - Switching Distance Units (Meters to Feet)
3:12 - Applying This for Landscape Photography
3:26 - How Focal Length Affects Depth of Field
4:06 - Maximizing Depth of Field
4:46 - Final Thoughts & Summary#Leica #LeicaSL #LandscapePhotography #PhotographyTips #RedDotForum
Leica SL Distance Scale Explained: Improve Your Landscape Photography with This Hidden Feature
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In this special installment of Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, David Farkas and Josh Lehrer will discuss the brand new Leica SL3-S, which was just introduced this week. The latest addition to the SL mirrorless camera lineup is geared towards speed and video capability and gets some big upgrades:New 24 Megapixel BSI CMOS Sensory
ISO range from 50 to 200,000
New Advanced Hybrid AF-System (PDAF + Contrast Detection AF + Object Detection AF) with 779 AF points
Maestro IV Processor with L2 Technology and 8GB of buffer memory
30 fps capture in AFc mode
Handheld Multishot mode up to 96 Megapixels
Leica Content Credentials Support with hardware encryption chip
CF Express Type B and SD UHS II
HDMI 2.1 Type A (Full size)
USB-C (3.1 incl. charging)
Timecode Interface
Optimized ergonomics, size and weight
Tiltable high resolution touchscreen
5.76 million dot OLED Viewfinder with up to 120fps
IP54 certification
Unlimited 6K Open Gate Internal Recording
Unlimited 5.8K Internal ProRes 422 HQ Recording
5.9K 12bit ProRes RAW External Video Recording
High-Speed connectivity (Bluetooth + Wi-Fi 2x2 MIMO)
Direct to SSD recording via USB-C
Camera to Cloud with Frame.io planned in 2025
Optional DC-Coupler and Double-ChargerThey'll be discussing all the changes and improvements, explore the new UI, compare with the SL2, show off all the new accessories and take questions live on air.Leica SL3 Resources
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Read our in-depth overview of the SL3: https://rdf.to/SL3sVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.Support Red Dot Forum
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica SL3-S
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No screen? No problem. Join Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas on the latest episode of Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, where they’ll be discussing Leica’s newest screenless digital camera: the M11-D. They’ll dive into the history of this unusual line of Leica cameras, beginning with the Edition Leica 60 in 2014, and continuing with the M-D (Typ 262) and M10-D. You’ll learn why these models have a small but devoted following and figure out just how you go about changing settings when there’s no LCD.Read more about the new camera on Red Dot Forum here: https://rdf.to/m11-dMissed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.com.Where to buy:
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica M11-D
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In this episode of Red Dot Forum Camera Talk,  Leica experts Josh Lehrer and David Farkas are talking about the recently-introduced Leica Q3 43. Based on the third-generation Q3, the Q3 43 expands the system with a new reference-class 43mm APO-Summicron lens attached to the same cutting-edge digital body. They'll discuss where the new Q3 43 fits within the Leica ecosystem and if it would be a worthwhile addition to your own photographic kit. As usual, Josh has done extensive head-to-head testing to show how the new Q3 43 stacks up against other Leica options in the 35-50mm focal length range, including the top-tier APO-Summicron-SL and APO-Summicron-M lenses on both SL3 and M11 bodies.Read more about the new camera on Red Dot Forum here: https://rdf.to/Q3-43Missed out on our previous livestreams? No problem. Watch all of our previous RDFCT episodes here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLza15VbJJEkA-NT-f3qTgVa2Ko6vaqoYBVisit https://reddotforum.com for the latest Leica news, reviews, technical articles and more.Support the channel by shopping at https://leicastoremiami.com.Where to buy:
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Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica Q3 43
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While most camera companies have abandoned film entirely, Leica still manufactures three different models of analog cameras, even introducing the re-issued M6 in late 2022. The Leica MP, M-A and M6 share many commonalities, but vary in some meaningful ways. In this video, Leica expert Josh Lehrer breaks down all the similarities and differences between the current lineup of Leica M Film cameras. From available finishes and mechanical variations to frame lines and light metering, he'll help you make a decision which model is right for you and your photography.Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica Analog M - https://youtube.com/live/peZmeTCjfO4Support Red Dot Forum
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Leica MP vs M-A vs M6: Analog M Cameras Compared
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