[Leica] 6 Bit Lens Coding Questions

[gregj_lorenzo at hotmail.com (Greg Lorenzo)]

henningw at archiphoto.com wrote:

> 
> On the M8, except for the most critical use coding lenses 28mm and 
> wider is fine, for the M9 you have to code 35mm lenses as well for 
> similar results.
> 
> Only black is needed. Flat black is best; if the location you dab the 
> paint isn't recessed it will wear off after a number of lens changes 
> no matter what you use.
> 
> 
> At 11:51 AM -0500 6/1/10, grduprey at mchsi.com wrote:
> >Greg,
> >
> >I don't self code my lenses, but you only need to code the black. I 
> >have only two coded lenses, a 21mm and 28mm lenses, the rest are not 
> >coded, and the camera is always set for coded lenses. works just 
> >fine.
> >
> >Gene

 

I've got recessed adaptors for my modern formula LTM lenses for mounting on 
my M9. So far, using a black sharpie the results are mixed at best.

 

I do find my newer factory coded lenses which have both white and black 
coding to work perfectly every time while my self coded do not. I 'll have 
to check an art supply store for a better black.

 

Greg Lorenzo

Calgary, Canada

                                          
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