Portrait: Ralph Gibson from leica camera on Vimeo.
Ralph Gibson has achieved worldwide acclaim as a photographer for more than four decades. A champion of individual expression, Gibson urges photographers to develop a personal style by following their own instincts. He has worked exclusively with the Leica for almost 50 years and here is an exclusive interview for Leica Camera.
Woodbridge, Conn.–(Business Wire)–Tamarkin Photographica today announced results from its annual Leica rare camera auction. The auction, featuring rare and unusual Leica, Nikon and other collectible camera brands, was a success earning close to $250,000 for participating consignors. “We’re very proud of the annual rare camera auction’s reputation in the Leica community and thank our old and new friends who participated,” said Stan Tamarkin, the auctioneer of Tamarkin Photographica.
“No Other Camera in the World is Coveted More Than a Leica”
Highlights from the auction include a new and unused black Leica M2, a chrome Leica MP, and a beautiful black Nikon SP. “The thrill of the hunt and assembling camera collections that match our customers enthusiasm is what drives us,” added Tamarkin.
2011 Auction Results, including Buyer’s Fee:
What can I win?
Today ThinkTank Photo announced a new Retrospective 5 bag especially designed for Micro Four Thirds or rangefinder camera systems and I have one to give away ($129 value).
How do I win?
The rules are simple:
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Leica M9 with Elmarit-M 24mm f/2.8 lens
The Leica 21mm f/2.8 Elmarit M ASPH and 24mm f/2.8 Elmarit M ASPH lenses were already discontinued and it seems that there will be a new 21mm ASPH f/3.8 lens to be announced soon. The new 21mm lens is supposed to be superior in resolution, contrast and geometry.
New lens profiles are probably one of the reasons for the the new M8/M9 firmware update that is currently being beta tested.
I came across an old issue of Modern Photography from December of 1986. Here are some Leica prices from 25 years ago:
More Leica listings from 1986:
The next Westlicht auction will take place on May 28th in Vienna, Austria. Here are some of the highlights in the Leica section:
Leica M9 Titan Prototype (2010)
Fully working prototype no.2 of the famous Titanium edition designed by Walter de’Silva, this camera has an analog viewfinder (the edition of 500 cameras was equipped with LED illumination of the bright-line frames in the viewfinder), complete with the matching Titanium Summilux 1.4/35mm, all accessories and boxes
Opening bid: 20,000 EUR | Estimate: 35,000-45,000 EUR)
Leica 0-Serie Nr.107 (1923)
This is the 7th camera of the Leica 0-series. Only approximately 25 of these cameras were produced to test the market in 1923, 2 years before the commercial introduction of the Leica A. It is the only camera known with “Germany” engraving on the top plate. The factory record indicates delivery to New York for patent applies. This means that this camera is not only one of the major existing rarities, it is also the first Leica being exported. It is the unique chance to buy the most important collectible Leica camera.
Opening bid: 200,000 EUR | Estimate: 350,000-450,000 EUR)
Today’s guest post about the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.1 lens is written by Paulo Teixeira from 135street.com:
Iʼve bought this lens driven by curiosity and considering that for the “small” investment the risks would certainly be surpassed by having a very fast glass in certain situations. So…this lens has always been seen as one for specific situations and my 50mm of choice was and is still my beloved Leica 50mm Summicron (by the way check our review on 135 Street).
This is a very well made lens. The lens feels great when you manipulate it and you feel its solid construction very nice and resistant. I was also very pleased with the smooth focus ring (especially comparing it to my experience with the Noctilux that Iʼve shared in 135 Street) and the aperture ring is nice and precise. So… regarding the lens construction, I have to say itʼs a very good lens. The Nokton look has great similarities with the Noctilux f/1.
BTW, some reviewers consider that this Nokton is actually sharper than the old f/1 Noctilux, from what Iʼve seen I tend to agree and this means that regarding sharpness, the “only competition” would be the Noctilux f0.95. Unfortunately, I have no way to make that comparison.
