Leica Monochrom Typ 246 with Elmar 50mm 2.8

[Rob MacKillop]

As a treat for returning home from hospital, I was encouraged by my wonderful wife to buy a new 2nd-hand camera. Despite having the amazing Leica Q3, I really have missed having a Monochrom. I shot 500 images with a second-hand Monochrome M9, the first iteration of the line from Leica. I loved that camera, yet it had a flaw: the sensor became corrupted, not just mine, all of them I think. The Typ 246 replaced it with a new sensor, and as far as I can see, each new version looks to my eyes more digital-looking than filmic. To help temper that, I've paired it with the Elmar 50mm f2.8 lens, which has a soft look, is not the sharpest lens by a long way, but having just received camera and lens an hour ago, I thought I'd share the first two shots. I look forward to getting to know the combo better in the coming days and weeks.

1. Charlie - a little out of focus. I'll improve on that.



2. TV, CDs and Guitar, oh, and plants too...
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[Pete Askew]

Out of focus? Spaced out I’d say!

I do like the Monochroms. I still have an original (I’d better check it as I haven’t used it for a while and one of my M9’s sensors died and will need to be replaced) and the M11 Monochrom. In fact I shall post an image from it shortly!

 

[Ralph Turner]

Very nice, Sir, very nice!

 

[Gianluca Drago]

We are eagerly waiting, Rob. We always expect a lot from you no matter what camera you use, but don't feel pressured, just enjoy your new equipment.We are eagerly waiting, Rob. We always expect a lot from you no matter what camera you use, but don't feel pressured, just enjoy your new equipment.

 

[Rob MacKillop]

Sounds like Double Speak to me!

 

[Gianluca Drago]

Sounds like Double Speak to me!

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