I just purchased a leica m42 and a leica summicron 35mmf2 lens and i wanted to know some of the insights to the lenses of leica. The new version of the leica lens compendium book coming soon. The company has sketched a future and follows a path that i am no longer willing to go. Now, almost 100 years later, the german company maintains its focus on. Leica has lowered the bar of entry to its world of premium cameras, but at.
The book sale applies to instock product only and ends wednesday, december 4, 2019 at 11. Buildings, trees, cars, posters, signs, people and all must be put into the frame. Erwin puts final verdict on the m9 mar 7, 2010 i have taken the liberty to copy and paste this extract from his final verdict on the camera, which imho sums up how the m9 should be regarded, esp relative to its dslr counterparts. Dec 22, 2011 leica compendium book is now sold out. With the latest available production figures and serial number lists.
In the early 20th century, leica revolutionized the photography industry with the handheld urleica 35 mm film camera. Erwin puts is working on a new 500 pages book called leica practicum that will start shipping in april and will be priced around eur65 incl. These improvements, in the opinions of the advertising experts at leica, leave all previous advances far behind. Leica r lenses by erwin puts the world of photography home library leica r lenses by erwin puts search memberlist register profile log in to check your private messages log in. Erwin puts, who for several decades has been the worlds leading independent expert on leica products present and past, has announced his farewell to what he calls leica world. The black summicron was introduced in 1969, and is according to laney the officially 2nd version thanks to i. To download a user guide, please go to the category of your equipment, choose the brand of your equipment, then click on the model which you are looking for. Mar 01, 2001 buy leica lens compendium first edition by erwin puts isbn. The current leica leica gmbh seems content to trade on leicas heritage while having turned its back on what made leica famous.
The leica m10 is not only made from 1,100 individual components, it is also built with our legendary passion for quality, precision, and perfection. Erwin puts leica lens saga portofrei lindemanns buchhandlung. I think we all know erwin puts and his reputation as a leica guru. Download the old version of leica lens compendium by erwin. All items are listed chronologically as its name suggests, illustrated by a photograph. Leica lens compendium, leica lens saga, and leica chronicle.
New leica lens compendium book and a free leica pocket guide. At the birthplace of photography as of july 5, 2015. Leica compendium the company the cameras the lenses by erwin puts leica lenses. This is another excellent book about all leica cameras and lens. Aug 27, 2015 leica provides access to a rich set of technical data and information on current or recently discontinued cameras, lenses and accessories at leica. For those of you who know erwin puts writing, this is by far his best and most allencompassing work yet. User guide for leica camera, free instruction manual. The telyt 400 mm f5 was introduced in 1936 and captured the imagination of photographers by its ability to magnify the objects by a factor of 8, compared to the standard lens. Latest edition of this illustrated pocket book guide to leica cameras and lenses from 1925 to the new products launched at photokina 2002. Leica m10 leica msystem photography leica camera ag.
Its the leica chronicle written by dutchman erwin puts. Neal preston is one of the most prolific and highly regarded rock photographers of all time. In this brochure, dutch photojournalist erwin puts explains the principles on which the secrets of. With great detail this book outlines all of the techniques needed to repair and restore leica cameras, lenses, and accessoriesincluding light meters, windersmotors, viewfinders, and flash units.
If you are not following leicarumors, this is what leica announced today. My new book leica lens saga has been sent to the printer finally. Yet, some other useful resources, such as price lists, booklets and older system brochures, can also be found on various other sites on the internet. Oct 14, 2012 in the past i recommended erwin putss leica compendium, today i would like to invite you to read his new book called leica chronicle which i received several days ago. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Production principles that define how quality is made in germany and are manifested in the precision instrument that is the leica m10. The health and safety of our leica community is our top priority. In the past i recommended erwin putss leica compendium, today i would like to invite you to read his new book called leica chronicle which i received several days ago. With the outbreak of coronavirus covid19 across the united states, we at leica camera inc.
Chapter 3 leica rlenses 1 telephoto lenses have a long tradition at leica. I had this lens for some month, about 25 years ago, and i can give you my reasons why we divorced pretty soon although you may call me something like a summicron manic. Erwin puts is arguably the worlds biggest expert on leica gear. Yet, some other useful resources, such as price lists, booklets and older system brochures, can. Erwin puts leica chronicle henk tammes photography. Erwin puts, the author of leica lens compendium book and tao of leica website allowed us to convert his book to html format and publish it on the collectiblend without images. Erwin puts says canon lenses better than leica r link. Leica compendium the company the cameras the lenses. Each model of equipment is discussed individually with stepbystep illustrated instructions. Leica embodies this passion for quality, craftsmanship and its philosophy of photography until today. Leica lens compendium by erwin puts two weeks ago i wanted to get an idea of the history and technical side of why people go gaga over leica lenses.
On the internet hes sometimes condemned for his unconditional love to leica. The leica lens compendium by irwin puts, published by hove books, is one of the most valuable photographic books that i have added to my library in recent years. More than 60 years of rangefinder expertise, 11 years of digital mcamera development and invaluable feedback from dedicated mphotographers have inspired leica engineers to create the slimmest digital m of all time. It is a book that every photographer interested in lenses and optical theory should immediately add to his or her collection, whether they are a leica owner or not.
Barnacks erste leica ist seine versuchskamera mit dem ersten aller leica objektive. Mar 07, 2010 erwin puts final verdict on the m9 mar 7, 2010 i have taken the liberty to copy and paste this extract from his final verdict on the camera, which imho sums up how the m9 should be regarded, esp relative to its dslr counterparts. Leica leather iphone 66s7 case discontinued while supplies last. A manual for the amateur and the professional covering the field of leica camera photography by morgan, willard d and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
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This is a very low amount, because i sell directly and do not use thirdparty logistics that typically add 30 50% of the price of the book. Erwin puts is working on a new 500 page book called leica practicum that will be printed in march and start shipping in april. Erwin puts second edition of his leica compendium is the print worlds authoritative reference on leica lenses. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Leica downloads books, brochures and price lists apotelyt. However, if you are a leica learner like me, dont hesitate to get a printed version. A site dedicated to photographers passionate in their choice of the leica system for crafting their art. Exhilarated and exhausted is a complete retrospective of an incredible career spanning almost 50 years featuring scenes from neals legendary archive which is considered one of musics most extensive and significant photography collections. Essential companion to the leica international price guide. New book leica lens saga blog mechanische cameras erwin puts. Leicas new me camera is more affordable than ever by cam bunton 25 june 2019. It will be published by hove and will be out according to the lug a bit later in the year because puts is including the lenses that have been introduced at photokina.
Erwin puts, who for several decades has been the worlds leading. Tao of leica issues in rangefinder engineering erwin puts the rangefinder mechanism, the attainable accuray, the required precision of engineering and. Aug 03, 2009 i suggest you try to get a copy of erwin puts book leica lens compendium. Leica m lenses have been computed, designed and produced in an ongoing succession, additional improvements still continue to be achieved. Last month, erwin puts, the worlds leading expert on all things leica, published a new book entitled leica chronicle. Erwin puts has now made available the leica chronicle 2012 ebook.
Its a fantastic book the best there is for those wanting the lowdown on leica lenses. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This leica lens is a fine addition to the expanding range of variolenses, but it cannot be a jack of all trades. Leica compendium the company the cameras the lenses by. This publication has not been sponsored in any way by leica camera ag or any of the other manufactur ers whose products are mentioned in the book. For the greats who made leicas name hcb, robert frank, josef koudelka it had nothing to do with status. Tao of leica issues in rangefinder engineering erwin puts.
Buy leica compendium the company the cameras the lenses by erwin puts at amazon uk. The book is considerably smaller and handier to hold than the physical version there was also an electronic version of erwin s recent soldout leica compendium. Jan, 2009 the leica lens compendium by irwin puts, published by hove books, is one of the most valuable photographic books that i have added to my library in recent years. He has a new book coming out called leica lens compendium. I suggest you try to get a copy of erwin puts book leica lens compendium. An additional mirror reflex housing was required for the accurate determination of the field of view and the focus. This may be true, but he also is undoubtedly a true connaisseur of leica. This is not an official book published by leica but erwin put is a truly experienced user who has put so much effort to retrieve all leica cameras and lenses. Leica erwin puts ebook leica chronicle is now available. This may be true, but he also is undoubtedly a true.
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