There are many problems encountered from the beginning of preparing this article. Leica M8.2 is an old machine. In fact, it says that "old" is just for the digital age. In the history of Leica's brilliant 135 film, this machine that was released in 2008 can't be called "old", the predecessor of M8. It was released 10 years ago in 2006. If I remember correctly, in 2006 I resolutely out of the emotional brand EOS-10D put into the paint factory K10D embrace, off topic - K10D is still my favorite digital machine, but also out in 2015 The second K10D that has been idle for a long time in recent years. After all, I would like to add an M8.2 encyclopaedia link here. This is because no one has created this product. At the same time, the products created by Encyclopedia also require the products that are currently being sold or are in production. The M8 does not meet the above two points.
Second, about Leica M8.2The Leica M8, released in 2006, was the first digital camera in the M series. It was also the first time that the M machine had matched a shutter of 1/8000s. Although it solved the problem of high-speed lens full-time aperture during the day, it solved the problem. At the same time, it also brings about unstable factors such as excessive shutter noise and shutter failure (the cause of the M8 shutter problem is more frequent). This is also modified in M8.2 to 1/4000s and is used in the latest M machines. The upgrade point of M8.2 can be taught by oneself, and when the M8.2 is released, it can be officially upgraded and returned to the factory to replace the new shutter assembly and other upgrade projects. This is a conscience service but it is costly. Some other changes are based on the M8 to further improve. At the time, Leica thought M8 was good enough and M8.2 just made him more perfect. In fact, we see here, many people will feel that in the current era of landlord to evaluate an APS-H 10mp airframe is a bit too much water, but not so.
The issue of compasses and Leica, etc., is not elaborated here to avoid unnecessary disputes. Post a few recent slag maps with M8.2. PS. wedding scene on the back of the day a A7 a M8.2, A7 basically useless
As for the CCD and CMOS problems that have already become confusing, there is really no way to continue to say anything. I only add that Leica M8/M9 (including M8.2, M9P, and ME) and the same period S products use ZEISS subsidiary companies. Jenoptik's processors, from the M240 and S2 including X and Q, use the Fujitsu Milbeaut processor. For example, the film of AGFA, Kodak, Fujifilm will never be a style, I do not know if you can understand what I mean. M8/M8.2 was also evaluated by many people as best suited for black-and-white photography in addition to MM (M-Monochrom).
From the aspect of the frame, the landlord was influenced by the early EOS-1D (without the Mark version, and it took about three years) to have a good impression on the APS-H format. I have to mention the Sigma Sigma's SDQH, and I look forward to it.
It's useless to say that it's useless. I just want to add some readability to this post before the text. When choosing M8.2, one of the biggest problems is not the budget, but the M9's 18mp full-frame Kodak CCD is a common problem—cracking and stripping. Although the official promised a free warranty policy, it has only one M digital machine. For people, the long wait will be very painful. Regarding the issue of film stripping, I also read a lot of information and talked to many friends. Globally (very big!) is generally believed to be caused by the adverse reaction of Kodak's CCD-protected glass coating and the shutter curtain and internal oily matter. On the CCD, a black spot appears to be dusty at first, but it is hard to blow off. Cleared by other methods will leave a white mark, Leica S is also difficult to escape (again Kodak CCD is not afraid of God's opponent ...). Referring to this argument, several friends using full-frame M machines to avoid the corrosion of oily stains are basically checking and cleaning the CCD on a regular basis. At present, there are no adverse reactions, waiting for the landlord to wait and see, confirm the safety of the landlord to pick their hands.
Third, value-friendship is in the endRegardless of what you said, 99 gold coins are worth a 200 yuan clean card. This threshold personally feels that the setting is a bit low, and it is decisive to start with a fear of not getting it. When I read the code to send this article to see someone already sharing in advance than I, PO links to extend the reading, but the difference is that the landlord is in Beijing store, the Xiongtai is in Shanghai shop, do not know Guangzhou There are no friends in the shop to come to the sun. Non-Northern-wide valued friends, I can only say very sorry.
Fourth, there is a kind of impulse to thinkRegarding the matter of cleanliness, in fact, we can look through my previous articles and usually do it at home. This exchange activity allows me to directly experience the service of the on-site dustless cleaning station. In fact, this was seen at the P&E photography exhibition in Beijing this year. However, the people lined up are too late to meet. Let me just say that this is a particularly ritual cleansing process.
STEP.1 camera inspection
This moment reminds me of white angels, rejuvenating hands, and surgeons. It is precisely these series of adjectives. This pair of white gloves gave me a little respect for the next thing to do, very serious white gloves.
First of all, turn on the power switch to check the electronic part and operating status of the camera. If the battery power is less than 80%, most devices are not allowed to enter the clean mode. Before I arrive at the store, the customer service also specially urges me to ensure that the battery is fully charged.
Check eyepieces, Framelines, and linkage distance measuring systems
The corners of the camera are inspected very carefully. This is also a necessary step before cleaning. Through the appearance of the camera to understand its own use. The landlord's love machine is 99 new or not... It's a pity.
Check whether the dials, keys, and other function keys of the body are good.
Check the fuselage bayonet, rangefinder, mirror box, shutter curtain is neat, lens communication, etc.
Lens appearance inspection, front and rear lens, coating, internal lens dust, mechanical structure
STEP.2 Basic Cleaning
Disposable dust-free lens cloth, which was introduced as ultra-fine fiber material, was cleaned, dried and packaged in a cleanroom. This was more convenient and safer than carrying a 3M cloth, and it was also clean at the VSGO storefront. With this product, the cost is not low.
With the cleaning agent, the key part of the bayonet is cleaned to prepare for the next cleaning of the CCD/CMOS sensor. Here to explain in advance the sensor dust determination method, the shop and online pages have mentioned: ISO 100, lens adjustment to the F16 aperture at infinity, shot on pure white, 100% viewing black and gray spots in the playback of photos is In the dusty position, the position of the dust and the sensor in the photo is reversed up and down, the corresponding photo is taken to the sensor for viewing and cleaning, and the method is checked after the cleaning.
STEP.3 sensor cleaning
The sensor cleaning uses VSGO brand sensor cleaning sticks, because M8.2 is APS-H, and the protective glass surface of the sensor is exactly full-frame size (it seems that M8 has been ready for full-frame since I started). Before I arrived at the store, I still had some concerns about cleaning my CMOS. I also consulted with the manager and the engineer in the store. In front of the CCD/CMOS, there are low-pass filter protection (elimination of moiré and protection of electronic components). Even if there is no low-pass model is still a protective glass, rather than allowing you to directly rub the original; Second, in the choice of tools to be more distinguishable, choose a product with guaranteed safety; again is the cleaning steps and methods to be strictly in accordance with the requirements Operation, so as to avoid damage caused by misoperation. Here I will roughly say the following steps: 1. Use air blowing to clean the dust and mirrors thoroughly. The purpose is to blow away large particles of dust (this kind of dust can easily scratch the CMOS, so the first step is to pay attention; otherwise, there will be endless trouble). 2. For the pollution degree of the sensor is different, perform a thorough cleaning or fixed-point cleaning (this step is used VSGO sensor cleaning rod, moderate force, uniform speed from side to side, throw it once for safety Don't use it again, it's like sweeping the broom, know what...); 3. Review.
There is a dust-free workstation in the shop, so that you can achieve F16 without ash, and it is difficult to have a dust-free environment at home. It may be difficult to do this standard without dust, but the experience of the past ancestral mobile phone film, bathed Bathrooms, etc. can make up for some, but if the demand is high, it's time to go to the store and have free tea.
After the sensor is cleaned, the sensor is sterilized and mold-proofed separately. In the north, mildew is not serious, but it is beneficial to do it daily. The southern basin friends must keep the equipment properly and do regular sterilization.
STEP.4 lens cleaning
The next lens cleaning, in fact, this part of the process is similar to the cleaning of the sensor, the appearance of the lens of the large particles of dust removal, this avoids problems when the latter part of the cleaning.
This cotton swab is something I like very much. I have been using it for a long time. The effect of clearing the corners and thin seams is very good. Dust is the most difficult to clean regardless of the fuselage or the position of the lens sew. The purpose of the cotton swab will be followed by a picture description. This product purchase index is five stars.
In fact, this machine is not usually used in many, the lens is rarely disassembled, but the position of the bayonet is still dirty
Wiping the lens is consistent with the UV method. Referring to the figure above, the cleaning cloth is wrapped around the index finger and spirally wiped from the inside to the outside. This kind of cloth, such as fingerprint, has a very good wipe effect. If there are some other dirty things, it must be combined with detergent.
This time, I also learned to install a UV-mirror method with the engineer to ensure clean and dust-free.
It is also a sterilization and anti-mold process, and the necessary protection is provided for the front and rear lens groups.
STEP.5 Clean appearance
For the outside of the fuselage to clean, this part is the use of cleaning cloth on the eyepiece, LCD screen, metal surface and decorative leather, with appropriate cleaning agents.
Here PO's own previous article, which has been more elaborated on the purpose of this high-energy cotton swab, especially for Leica and Sony A7 series is particularly important for thin seams, corners, usually these four corners are generally difficult to clean up in place. Using this cotton swab to clean the camera is like using a black cotton swab to lick your ears.
In order to cater to the ceremonial photograph at the very beginning, this one will end with a very decent outcome. This big wave disposable consumable will be thrown away directly. The light sensor cleaning stick will use six pieces and numerous cotton swabs.
As a device party that has been playing with cameras for more than 20 years, I am particularly touched by this feeling. I am not saying how good this machine is. At this price point, you may mention A7m2, X-Pro2 or X-T2, but Certainly not a M8.2. But the meaning of this is that only the user can comprehend. It's not how good he is. It's just that every moment he can bring to you is very, very... Beautiful... You can't help but think more before pressing the shutter. This may be the charm of Leica. Each camera has a different meaning for me. I thank my engineers for spending most of the time maintaining this machine for me. The above picture is my request to let him and M8.2 put together a shadow. I picked this from 6 or 7 pieces. The engineer was very awkward. He didn't want to laugh too much. He said it wasn't good-looking. He pressed it while chatting and smiled. The biggest one, I think this smile sent me the emotion that best reflects my mood at that time.
Speaking of this, I would like Tucao to attack Magnum in the deciduous period before the decisive moment. I have listed some of the masterpieces of the original masterpiece, showing that the photographer pressed 20 or 30 pieces in the scene at the time, trying to show that decisive moments are deceptive. All kinds of. Individuals hate this malicious marketing hype themselves, but this has great destructive power for some small whites. Just like the picture above, each one is the best moment the photographer wishes to leave, and we choose one of them. We should be attacked by the brainless Uncle Sanlitun Master!
To sum up, the feeling of that moment is very beautiful.