This is the culmination of everything Leica. Maybe not the Leica that makes rangefinders, but the Leica that makes beautiful things that work... beautifully. Instagram: @Oh_Aces
I recently purchased this camera along with the Elmarit-TL 18mm f2.8 both in as good as new condition for 850 euros complete set. I used to own a T , and after that a TL back in 2018 with 23mm f2 but sold them because of its flaws and I was a victim of Sony A7 III Train. Bought them second hand so I actually did not loose any money. But I regret it. Now that I have it again and in even cheaper price, I will not let this go. This is the type of camera that slows you down and enjoy the moments because of its limitations. I also own a Fujifilm and Lumix and because it has so much technologies packed into these new cameras, your first reaction is to use it fully. Leica T is different. The Black and White, Micro-contrast and just the feeling of using this Leica camera is hard to explain.
Well said, and it does really well with old, soft lenses in B/W. I also have a lumix S1 for work and a Fuji XS20 that I got for travel video. Ive had the S1 for years and it still beats the newest sony/ Panasonic cameras for what I need it for. I badly need to do more videos about older gear that is sleeper value now.
Although I already have the Q, M, and SL, I just bought a new TL2 to pair with its compact 18 mm lens. I can now have a Leica in my pocket for my casual shooting.
@@dlivanto No. Manual focusing is not very precise on TL2 even with its focus peaking, so it easier to use zone focusing with short focal length lenses. Magnification on recorded images to check focusing is possible.
I bought this camera when it first came out and traded in for the newer version TL2. Not the fastest camera but the quality of the photographs have a very special look to them. I still think it’s one of the most beautiful cameras out there and I get comments every time someone sees me using it. I have the silver finish with the gray leather with red stitching case. I only shoot in raw so it’s never an issue processing a Photoshop or Lightroom. It’s lightweight and easy to use which makes it more appealing to take on the go. I hope this camera always has a place in the camera world it deserves it!
I enjoyed this. I have an M8, and find the monochrome it produces Beautiful, enough so to keep it even if I go on to a CL or something else. Another comment: photographers are saying that they prefer using their iphone 6 or other to the newer model, the13. I look forward to using one of these with old R and M lenses. A word of praise also for The V-lux original model. Still a pleasure.
I purchased this camera when the first version came out and traded it in for the Leica TL 2 when that came out. Not the fastest camera but the Quality of the photographs have a special look to them like no other. I think it’s one of the most beautiful cameras out there and I still get comments from people when they see me using it. The weight and size make it very accommodating to take on the go. I still love this camera after all these years.
I have and use the TL2, mostly shoot in raw and have no issue with the files. There are some quirks and I've found workarounds to things like manual flash shooting. I also added an SL last year and now have a pretty extensive lens collection that includes R lenses, M42, old leftover M and screw mounts from my film days. The SL is much more capable and complete but I can take my compact TL2 anywhere. They make a great combo. SO much so that I've sold the two systems I was using previously.
Agreed. I think old files are easier to work with than most reviewers let on, but there is still a noticeable improvement with newer cameras. Which systems did you get rid of?
@@oh_aces I sold my Fujifilm X system cameras and lenses as well as all my Olympus gear. Both very capable systems that I'd been shooting with for over 10 years, but having been an M film shooter, I enjoy working with vintage glass in the perspective I was used to.
Picked one up for $300 with box and everything it originally came with, the hard grey half case with red stitching too. Even still has the original screen plastic on the screen. The build quality of it is really something that has to be seen and felt. Even if someone isn’t into photography and cameras, they could tell you its a work of art. Any ideas where to get the firmware update for it? As far as I can tell, it still has the original firmware and I’ve been hearing the newest firmware for the T is a huge improvement
wow, that's an incredible deal. The firmware was already updated in mine so I'm not familiar with how much of a performance bump it provided. As for the update, Leicas site probably still has it, but if it's gone someone might help you out on GitHub. enjoy that little gem!
Well since the mount is the same, go for the SL. Unless you don't want a big body, or like the touch interface better. SL is better overall in terms of IQ. There is a big price jump tho...
@@daviehudson4270 Yeah, that is a nice price. I got mine for, I believe, $300 or $320. That is dirt cheap, even for now. Considering inflation, this is a great time to buy old, unwanted Leicas.
You should make a Video of this camera using MF lenses. I have a CL and it´s great for testing vintage lenses keeping a light travel camera set up. I´ve used Leica R, Minolta, Vivitar, Hexanon & Pentax Takumar so far, photos look great on the CL while keeping an old look.Looking to test that TL 35 F1.4. Keep up.
I mostly use it with MF lenses. It really shines with my takumar 55/1.8. I also love my Fujinon 35/2.8 with this old sensor. Agreed about it being an excellent travel option.
how do you manage to use the focus on it? i just ordered an adapter, so i can use my old m42 lens on it, but i wonder how to make focus without the Focus Aid x3 or x6, if there is not electronic comunication between lens and camera? Thanks!
I have a T. If you update the firmware to v1.9 it's quite fast on startup amd autofocus. The worst part for me is the low light performance, which is grainy. In daylight, the colors and dynamic range seem to be on par with modern cameras, according to the site "photonstophotos".
Hi, thanks for sharing your thoughts on this camera 😊 I just got a used one recently and I absolutely love it! It’s actually quite responsive and fast for daily snapshots. I’d like to ask if there is a digital/electronic level function in the T though… on my other cameras I almost always shoot with the level on and so far I haven’t been able to find it in the menus 👀
Its surprisingly fast. Even with manual focus. I'm not sure about the level, I just got used to using the grid lines to level it using what I see in the composition.
recomend buy T or t2? i just want to introduce myself to leica ecosystem.... maybe wait and get second hand sl? i work profesionally as content creator for few restaurant, i own a Sony A7 , Sony 6400 (mainly for video) and a Black Magic Production Camera 4k.... so i have no idea if wait to save and buy SL or start with my Leica T... any recomendations?
I would go with the SL if you also want to be able to use it for pro work, since the files hold up better to editing. Stick with lower ISOs. The added benefit of a EVF is also worth the upgrade. The SL also has stunning colors.
Leica, panasonic and Sigma L mount lenses. L mount lenses from any manufacturer will work. This is the T mount, which is the exact same mount as the L but with a name change. The auto-focus performance will not be as good as newer L mount bodies since the camera and firmware is very old.
Good question. It depends on the files you're after. If you're a jpeg shooter, leica kind of sucks, just shoot fuji.. If you work with your raw files the original SL had the best leica colors, and best overall colors I've ever seen. Especially if you wanted to saturate them a bit. I really miss that SL...
@@michaelc4917 in a way, yes. But technically speaking the gfx has objectively more faithful colors, with more powerful files, and much more color data overall. It all depends on where you're trying to go. The SL had colors that could really "sing" with good editing.
@@michaelc4917 Since the used prices have dropped significantly, it's worth every penny. It's just such a great "one camera" setup. And it is one of the few cameras that can actually makes you a better photographer. I had one for almost two years, but unfortunately money will always be an issue. If I had the choice between the original Q and the original SL. I'd pick the SL if I had a really solid lens to pair with it. The SL images just looked better to me, personally.
No. I think since it's long since been discounted it's no longer a good deal, and prices seem to be going back up. Let me ask you, do you want to go all the way Leica, or have a system to shoot old film lenses with? Do you want autofocus? What other features are important to you?
@@oh_aces I wanna go full Leica, someone today brought the TL2 to my work and I tested with him, my main focus is portraits and fashion photography, what that TL2 offered me was somewhat close to the SL system, the canon I have is not offering me what I am aiming for.
Nope. But Leica makes a M to L adapter and so do many, many 3rd party manufacturers. This is a T mount camera, but the T mount is EXACTLY the same thing as the L. So any M to T or M to L adapter will work. It will be a 1.5X crop, and you will not have the F-stop info in your files, but the adapters are really great. M lenses work exceedingly well with this old sensor.
Ill throw one on next time. I included photos I took with it. I might make a post to show pics of it with some lenses attached that I own. I don't have native "T" mount lenses so I just focused on the camera.
what would be a solid budget friendly lens for this if you were thinking of dipping your toes into the leica world? right now i shoot mostly film- won’t go anywhere without my pentax k1000 but I really love the idea of a go to digital camera that isn’t my iphone - I’ve been thinking of upgrading my canon rebel to a fuji t4 but then I came across reasonably priced leica T body locally and feel like this may actually be closer to what i’m looking for - if a lens can be found for less than triple the price of the used body lol
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I recently purchased this camera along with the Elmarit-TL 18mm f2.8 both in as good as new condition for 850 euros complete set. I used to own a T , and after that a TL back in 2018 with 23mm f2 but sold them because of its flaws and I was a victim of Sony A7 III Train. Bought them second hand so I actually did not loose any money. But I regret it. Now that I have it again and in even cheaper price, I will not let this go.
This is the type of camera that slows you down and enjoy the moments because of its limitations. I also own a Fujifilm and Lumix and because it has so much technologies packed into these new cameras, your first reaction is to use it fully. Leica T is different. The Black and White, Micro-contrast and just the feeling of using this Leica camera is hard to explain.
Well said, and it does really well with old, soft lenses in B/W. I also have a lumix S1 for work and a Fuji XS20 that I got for travel video. Ive had the S1 for years and it still beats the newest sony/ Panasonic cameras for what I need it for. I badly need to do more videos about older gear that is sleeper value now.
Although I already have the Q, M, and SL, I just bought a new TL2 to pair with its compact 18 mm lens. I can now have a Leica in my pocket for my casual shooting.
Never enough cameras. Ever!
All that matters is that you enjoy it.
Hello, can you magnify the focus in mf lens on tl2?
@@dlivanto No. Manual focusing is not very precise on TL2 even with its focus peaking, so it easier to use zone focusing with short focal length lenses. Magnification on recorded images to check focusing is possible.
which is the best in yr opinion ?'
I bought this camera when it first came out and traded in for the newer version TL2. Not the fastest camera but the quality of the photographs have a very special look to them. I still think it’s one of the most beautiful cameras out there and I get comments every time someone sees me using it. I have the silver finish with the gray leather with red stitching case. I only shoot in raw so it’s never an issue processing a Photoshop or Lightroom. It’s lightweight and easy to use which makes it more appealing to take on the go. I hope this camera always has a place in the camera world it deserves it!
Are you saying you prefer the old t?
Hello, can you do the magnify in manual focus on tl2?
What is a good compact lesne for this? manual is fine also is there a good adaptor as well?
just bought one, perfect with sigma dc dn 18-50 F2.8, manual ttartisan 35mm 1.4 . absolutely love it. EXCEPT FOR AFTERNOON INDOORS XD
Yes. The low light show's the sensor's age. But even the AF is acceptable by modern standards... in decent light.
I enjoyed this. I have an M8, and find the monochrome it produces
Beautiful, enough so to keep it even
if I go on to a CL or something else.
Another comment: photographers are saying that they prefer using their iphone 6 or other to the newer model, the13. I look forward to using
one of these with old R and M lenses. A word of praise also for
The V-lux original model. Still a pleasure.
My Leica T with the Sigma 30mm f1.4 is becoming my favorite street photography camera!
30mm with crop?
how's the AF?
I purchased this camera when the first version came out and traded it in for the Leica TL 2 when that came out. Not the fastest camera but the Quality of the photographs have a special look to them like no other. I think it’s one of the most beautiful cameras out there and I still get comments from people when they see me using it. The weight and size make it very accommodating to take on the go. I still love this camera after all these years.
I totally agree. While the files are not as good for editing as modern dng/ raw files, they do seem to have a special look to them.
The Leica T definitely has genuine Mojo
I have and use the TL2, mostly shoot in raw and have no issue with the files. There are some quirks and I've found workarounds to things like manual flash shooting. I also added an SL last year and now have a pretty extensive lens collection that includes R lenses, M42, old leftover M and screw mounts from my film days. The SL is much more capable and complete but I can take my compact TL2 anywhere. They make a great combo. SO much so that I've sold the two systems I was using previously.
Agreed. I think old files are easier to work with than most reviewers let on, but there is still a noticeable improvement with newer cameras.
Which systems did you get rid of?
@@oh_aces I sold my Fujifilm X system cameras and lenses as well as all my Olympus gear. Both very capable systems that I'd been shooting with for over 10 years, but having been an M film shooter, I enjoy working with vintage glass in the perspective I was used to.
Amazing photo! I also using Leica T! With ttartisan lens would you let me know which lens did you use in this video?
Picked one up for $300 with box and everything it originally came with, the hard grey half case with red stitching too. Even still has the original screen plastic on the screen. The build quality of it is really something that has to be seen and felt. Even if someone isn’t into photography and cameras, they could tell you its a work of art. Any ideas where to get the firmware update for it? As far as I can tell, it still has the original firmware and I’ve been hearing the newest firmware for the T is a huge improvement
wow, that's an incredible deal. The firmware was already updated in mine so I'm not familiar with how much of a performance bump it provided.
As for the update, Leicas site probably still has it, but if it's gone someone might help you out on GitHub.
enjoy that little gem!
Hello, may I ask if you're considering selling?
Seriously thinking about buying another, I had one and sold it as makeweight for an M6. Loads of M glass and M42 and still have the adapters
Well since the mount is the same, go for the SL. Unless you don't want a big body, or like the touch interface better. SL is better overall in terms of IQ. There is a big price jump tho...
@@oh_aces the T is such a good price at the moment... I bought one this morning, a black one for £369
@@daviehudson4270 Yeah, that is a nice price. I got mine for, I believe, $300 or $320. That is dirt cheap, even for now.
Considering inflation, this is a great time to buy old, unwanted Leicas.
You should make a Video of this camera using MF lenses. I have a CL and it´s great for testing vintage lenses keeping a light travel camera set up. I´ve used Leica R, Minolta, Vivitar, Hexanon & Pentax Takumar so far, photos look great on the CL while keeping an old look.Looking to test that TL 35 F1.4. Keep up.
I mostly use it with MF lenses. It really shines with my takumar 55/1.8. I also love my Fujinon 35/2.8 with this old sensor. Agreed about it being an excellent travel option.
how do you manage to use the focus on it? i just ordered an adapter, so i can use my old m42 lens on it, but i wonder how to make focus without the Focus Aid x3 or x6, if there is not electronic comunication between lens and camera? Thanks!
I have a T. If you update the firmware to v1.9 it's quite fast on startup amd autofocus. The worst part for me is the low light performance, which is grainy. In daylight, the colors and dynamic range seem to be on par with modern cameras, according to the site "photonstophotos".
Great video! I have the TL2…anyone know of a third party flash that works with tl2? I have the SF40 flash, but would like to carry a smaller flash.
Thanks for the kind word.
Unfortunately I'm not a flash guy. I do know some, and I'll try to ask.
Hi, thanks for sharing your thoughts on this camera 😊 I just got a used one recently and I absolutely love it! It’s actually quite responsive and fast for daily snapshots.
I’d like to ask if there is a digital/electronic level function in the T though… on my other cameras I almost always shoot with the level on and so far I haven’t been able to find it in the menus 👀
Its surprisingly fast. Even with manual focus.
I'm not sure about the level, I just got used to using the grid lines to level it using what I see in the composition.
recomend buy T or t2? i just want to introduce myself to leica ecosystem.... maybe wait and get second hand sl?
i work profesionally as content creator for few restaurant, i own a Sony A7 , Sony 6400 (mainly for video) and a Black Magic Production Camera 4k....
so i have no idea if wait to save and buy SL or start with my Leica T... any recomendations?
I would go with the SL if you also want to be able to use it for pro work, since the files hold up better to editing. Stick with lower ISOs. The added benefit of a EVF is also worth the upgrade.
The SL also has stunning colors.
Could get a TL 2 for 790€ . Bit unsure if i should Do IT
I cannot connect my camera to the app , idk why the QR code does not appear
What lenses work without the M adapter?
Leica, panasonic and Sigma L mount lenses. L mount lenses from any manufacturer will work. This is the T mount, which is the exact same mount as the L but with a name change. The auto-focus performance will not be as good as newer L mount bodies since the camera and firmware is very old.
Did you update the firmware to 1.5? It changes the entire camera's speed.
I'll have to double check. Im pretty sure I have. Did it help with the shutter lag at all?
Which Leica has the best colors? Seems like they changed recently
Good question. It depends on the files you're after. If you're a jpeg shooter, leica kind of sucks, just shoot fuji.. If you work with your raw files the original SL had the best leica colors, and best overall colors I've ever seen. Especially if you wanted to saturate them a bit.
I really miss that SL...
@@oh_aces Even better than your GFX?
@@michaelc4917 in a way, yes. But technically speaking the gfx has objectively more faithful colors, with more powerful files, and much more color data overall. It all depends on where you're trying to go. The SL had colors that could really "sing" with good editing.
@@oh_aces would you buy the Leica Q if money is not a factor?
@@michaelc4917 Since the used prices have dropped significantly, it's worth every penny. It's just such a great "one camera" setup. And it is one of the few cameras that can actually makes you a better photographer. I had one for almost two years, but unfortunately money will always be an issue.
If I had the choice between the original Q and the original SL. I'd pick the SL if I had a really solid lens to pair with it. The SL images just looked better to me, personally.
Would this be a good starter for beginners in the Leica world? (Talking about me)
No. I think since it's long since been discounted it's no longer a good deal, and prices seem to be going back up. Let me ask you, do you want to go all the way Leica, or have a system to shoot old film lenses with? Do you want autofocus? What other features are important to you?
@@oh_aces I wanna go full Leica, someone today brought the TL2 to my work and I tested with him, my main focus is portraits and fashion photography, what that TL2 offered me was somewhat close to the SL system, the canon I have is not offering me what I am aiming for.
What lense you using at 35 secs of video
That is the Canon 50mm/1.8. It is an L39 mount lens, aka the Leica thread mount.
Will an M MOUNT LENS WORK WITHOUT any ADAPTERS? Thanks in advance.
Nope. But Leica makes a M to L adapter and so do many, many 3rd party manufacturers. This is a T mount camera, but the T mount is EXACTLY the same thing as the L. So any M to T or M to L adapter will work. It will be a 1.5X crop, and you will not have the F-stop info in your files, but the adapters are really great. M lenses work exceedingly well with this old sensor.
Hi, you know we need a lens for it to work, in your presentation you just showed a cap !
Ill throw one on next time. I included photos I took with it. I might make a post to show pics of it with some lenses attached that I own. I don't have native "T" mount lenses so I just focused on the camera.
what would be a solid budget friendly lens for this if you were thinking of dipping your toes into the leica world? right now i shoot mostly film- won’t go anywhere without my pentax k1000 but I really love the idea of a go to digital camera that isn’t my iphone - I’ve been thinking of upgrading my canon rebel to a fuji t4 but then I came across reasonably priced leica T body locally and feel like this may actually be closer to what i’m looking for - if a lens can be found for less than triple the price of the used body lol
The sigma 1.4 apsc trinity comes in the L mount. That’s probably the most “budget” option to pair with this camera.