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10 November, 2026

Leica ii D (1932) & Leica Summar 50mm f2 (1934 ) – NYC Street Shooting

By Scott Ferguson

In the waning days of Summer, 2026, I decided to take a flyer on an early Barnack Leica. I was intrigued by the history of the pioneering 35mm rangefinders, and perhaps attracte...

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David Rusling on Leica ii D (1932) & Leica Summar 50mm f2 (1934 ) – NYC Street Shooting10/11/2026
Excellent article, I enjoyed reading it. I agree with you on the 'squinty' viewfinder/rangefinder arrangement on the Leica IIIf. I…
Erik Brammer on Leica ii D (1932) & Leica Summar 50mm f2 (1934 ) – NYC Street Shooting10/11/2026
Another set of wondeful street portraits, Scott! Louis Mendes appears to be a very interesting character. Is he a warm…
Martin on Leica ii D (1932) & Leica Summar 50mm f2 (1934 ) – NYC Street Shooting10/11/2026
Great portraits and scenes. Very enjoyable!
Andrew on 5 Frames with a faulty Petri 7 Half and Flic Film Apollo 1810/11/2026
Having suggested 2 possible causes, like you I feel that a light leak is less likely. I have had leaking…
Ibraar Hussain on “Half Framing” Practically Any Camera (Part 2 of 2)10/11/2026
Fantastic experiment and read You take photography to another level entirely If you ever write a book I’d crowd fund…

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