Leica M9 Firmware Update Version 1.196 Now Available

Leica M9 Firmware 1.196 Now Available:

Hey everyone, Leica just announced firmware update version 1.196 for the Leica M9 and M9-P.  If you own an M9, you can get the firmware update from the link below:

Leica M9 Firmware Update Version 1.196

What is firmware update version 1.196 suppose to do?

  • According to Leica, the firmware update is suppose to improve SD-Card compatibility.
  • It also implements lens detection of the new APO-Summicron-M 1:2/50mm ASPH (I would love this lens but man, is it pricey! 🙂 )
  • It’s also suppose to improve power management.

Again, if any of you are currently using a Leica M9, you should update it with the new firmware.  I will be loading the new firmware update later today, and maybe go out for some shooting tomorrow.  I never had any issue with Leica’s firmware updates before, and I’m pretty sure there won’t be any issues with version 1.196 as well.  If there are, I will be sure to tell you all.

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Film With A Leica M6, Fuji X100 Love, Possible Olympus OM-D Review

Leica M6 TTL Millenium And Kodak Ektar:

Yes, the Leica M6, the Fuji X100, and the Olympus OM-D…but first, film.  It’s been quite some time since I’ve shot with film, and I must say, I am actually finding it very enjoyable and rewarding.  I do prefer digital, and I absolutely love what my Leica M9 can produce.  For me, the M9 replaced my film camera, period.  But for some reason, I just miss film a bit now.  Maybe it’s because I’ve been staring at my computer for so many hours since I got back from Bermuda, and I’m kind of sick of processing images.  Maybe it’s just the look of film that I miss or the feel of the rewind crank. [continue reading…]

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Mail-in Rebate: Free Accessory With Purchase of Olympus OM-D E-M5!

Mail-in Rebate With Purchase of an Olympus OM-D E-M5:

Hey everyone, if you’re considering buying the Olympus OM-D E-M5, check out this cool deal from Olympus: Purchase a rebate-eligible accessory at the same time as the Olympus OM-D, and get that accessory FOR FREE after a mail-in rebate!  There are only 4 days left!

Eligible Accessories:

FL-300R Wireless Flash – rebate amount up to $169.99

MMF-3 Four Thirds Lens Adapter – rebate amount up to $179.99

MF-2 OM Lens Adapter – rebate amount up to $169.99

My dad found this completely by accident through google because my brother in-law just bought the Olympus OM-D E-M5 in silver with the 12-50mm kit lens from Bergen County Camera.  You can purchase the OM-D, the flash, and the two adapters at the links below:

Olympus OM-D E-M5 in BLACK and SILVER at Amazon

Olympus FL-300R Wireless Flash at Amazon

MMF-3 Four Thirds Lens Adapter at Amazon

MF-2 OM Lens Adapter at Amazon

Bergen County Camera has one black OM-D in stock!  You can call Bob at (201)-664-4113.

Here is the link to the Olympus OM-D rebate form:

OLYMPUS OM-D E-M5 REBATE FORM

It’s a good deal, and even if you don’t want the accessory, you can always sell it, which will be like a big discount on your OM-D :):

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Some Shots of Bermuda With The Fuji X-Pro1 And XF 18mm

Some Shots of Bermuda With The Fuji X-Pro1 And XF 18mm F2.0 R Lens:

Hey everyone, I hope all of you had a good weekend.  If you live in New York City, you’re probably all dreading the fourth heat wave coming tomorrow (at least I am lol).  I’ve been quite busy these past few weeks, and I’ve got some things planned for this site coming soon.  I will have some new Fuji X-Pro1 stuff coming also. [continue reading…]

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Photo of The Day: Quick Shot With My Fuji X100

Quick Shot With My Fuji X100:

Hey everyone, I was walking back to my car after going out to dinner with my girlfriend, and saw this beautiful bright yellow Lotus Elise parked on the street.  My first thought was, “wow, I can’t believe this guy is brave enough to park this car on the street” lol.  My second thought was, “let me get a shot of this car”.  So here’s a shot with the Fuji X100 taken at 1250 ISO at F2.0.  Yes, 1250 ISO and I must say, the image quality is awesome.  I really like the Fuji X100 but for some reason it just wasn’t a camera that I bonded with well but things are definitely changing, especially after the new firmware update.  The Fuji X100 is like a new camera! [continue reading…]

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