Digital BW, The Print

"chen.benedict" <benedictchen22@...> wrote:

> I'm using the M9 ... 
> I have an M7 ...
> when I saw ADOX CMS I thought the M7 can have a new lease of life. A series of Massive detailed landscape of my country. 
> 
> I would love to shoot landscapes with the M7 but my rational mind tells me that digital is the easy choice... 


The M9 is not only easier, but for most situations it is probably better as well.  

I went from a Bronica RF645 (just sold) with Technical Pan 120 film (many frozen rolls soon to be sold) to the M9.  I have no interest in going back.  (I never considered Tech Pan in 35mm competitive, and I did a fair amount of that with top Canon L optics and a good tripod.)

If a drum scan was used, the film might be able to capture more information, but I'm skeptical that the ultimate image quality would be better.  Also, in situations where there is an extreme contrast in the scene and HDR can't be used, the film might capture more of that dynamic range.  

 
> The bottom line question is:
> 
> What kind of result (print size) can I expect from desktop scanner say V700 or plustek scanner... 


I can't say for sure, but, assuming the V700 is not significantly better than my Nikon 8000, I'm quite sure the M9 will be much better than the M7 for most types of shots.


> and 
> From a drum scanner...


It might be much closer, but I doubt it would be worth the effort.

For those great landscapes, be sure you have the best optics available.  My favorite is the Zeiss 35mm f/2.8 Biogon, and of course many or the Leica optics are outstanding.  


Paul
www.PaulRoark.com