Tag:Leica M10 Monochrom
Voigtlander APO-Ultron 90mm f/2 ASPH VM – Finding My 90mm Rhythm Lens Review Voigtlander APO-Ultron 90mm f/2 Kodak Ektar 100, Voigtlander APO-Ultron 90mm f/2, Hokkaido After the Summicron 90mm f/2 Pre-ASPH, I wasn’t sure about getting a 90mm again, partly because using a rangefinder to focus with telephoto lenses is not easy if you shoot wide open. However, that perspective of giving compression to my photographs sparked my interest in the 90mm again, especially being a fan of the Nikon […]
Leica APO-Summicron 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens Review Diary A Fine Piece that Makes Your Heart Skip a Beat Leica APO-Summicron 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens Review – A Fine Piece that Makes Your Heart Skip a Beat August 27, 2025 Leica APO-Summicron 35mm f/2 ASPH Leica APO-Summicron 35mm f/2 ASPH, Leica M10-P, Fukuoka Japan The Leica APO-Summicron 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens was not on my radar until Linden brought it up during our coffee meeting in Hong Kong. The thought of […]
Dallmeyer Kinematograph 2-inch f/1.9 Reivew – A Petzval with Split Personality Lens Review Dallmeyer Kinematograph 2-inch f/1.9 Reivew – A Petzval with Split Personality April 1, 2025 Dallmeyer Kinematograph 2″ f/1.9 Leica M10 Monochrom, Kinemtograph 2″ f/1.9, Osaka Japan After acquiring the Dallmeyer Kinematograph 2-inch (50mm) f/1.9 with assistance from Fotopia, memories flooded back about how I first discovered this brand. Long ago, enthusiasts sought Dallmeyer’s large format lenses, typically bulky brass models. The exquisite calligraphy engraved on the lens […]
A Jazz-Filled Afternoon at Coda Kissa with MS Optics Hipolion 19mm and more Diary A Jazz-Filled Afternoon at Coda Kissa with MS Optics Hipolion 19mm and more February 11, 2025 Leica M10 Monochrom, APO-Summicron 35mm f/2 ASPH Leica M10 Monochrom, APO-Summicron 35mm f/2 ASPH Last week, during the Chinese New Year holiday, I met up with Vasily and Alex. We had planned to visit Coda Jazz Kissa (formerly known as Kind of Brew) in Sai Ying Pun, a cozy jazz […]
First Impressions on the Voigtlander APO-Ultron 90mm f/2 Lens with Leica M10M Diary First Impressions on the Voigtlander APO-Ultron 90mm f/2 Lens with Leica M10M January 29, 2025 Voigtlander APO Ultron 90mm f/2 Leica M10 Monochrom, Voigtlander APO-Ultron 90mm f/2, Hong Kong Thanks to Simon, who lives in Japan, for helping me make a call to reserve the lens at Fujiya Camera in Tokyo. I felt truly pampered with his next-day hand-delivery to Hong Kong. Since acquiring the Voigtlander Nokton […]
Jazz Escapes at Salon No.10: A Portal to Musical Immersion Diary Jazz Escapes at Salon No.10: A Portal to Musical Immersion January 26, 2025 Leica M10 Monochrom, Summilux 50mm f/1.4 Pre-a E46 V3, Salon 10 Hong Kong Leica M10 Monochrom, Summilux 50mm f/1.4 Pre-a E46 V3, Salon 10 Hong Kong After my first experience at the Tokyo Big Boy Jazz Kissa, I explored other jazz kissas in Osaka and Kyoto, each offering a unique vibe. While I’m not in Japan, […]
Leica M10 Monochrom (M10M) Camera Review: I Never Thought I Would Love It So Much Camera Review Leica M10 Monochrom (M10M) Camera Review: I Never Thought I Would Love It So Much December 22, 2024 Leica M10 Monochrom (M10M) digital rangefinder camera Leica M10 Monochrom, Super Elmar 18mm f/3.8 ASPH, Hong Kong I bought the M10 Monochrom (M10M) some time ago after spotting one at my local favourite shop. Initially, I just wanted to test how it compared to my […]
Why Choose Uncoated Lenses? My Experience with the Carl Zeiss Sonnar Diary Why Choose Uncoated Lenses? My Experience with the Carl Zeiss Sonnar October 24, 2024 Leica M10 Monochrom, Carl Zeiss Jena 5cm f/1.5 uncoated Leica M10 Monochrom, Carl Zeiss Jena 5cm f/1.5 uncoated “What is the difference between coated and uncoated lenses?” my friend asked. The short answer lies in contrast, sharpness, and flare resistance. Lens coating not only increases light transmission but also helps to filter out unnecessary […]
Exploring Japan’s ‘Jazz Kissa’ Cafe Culture: Vibes and Snaps Diary Exploring Japan’s ‘Jazz Kissa’ Cafe Culture: Vibes and Snaps May 7, 2024 純喫茶ラテン in Kyoto, Voigtlander Nokton 28mm f/1.5 ASPH VM, Reflx Lab 800 push to 1600 VINYL RECORD MUSIC BAR 『P.M.SOUNDS KYOTO』in Kyoto, Leica M10 Monochrom, Dallmeyer Kinematograph 2″ f/1.9 (50mm) Vinyl, high-end audio systems, and the environment—three key elements that created the unique and niche Jazz Kissa cafe culture in Japan. There are still some unique bars and […]
