Leica LUX app | what's going on?

[@quentindescotte6037]

For me, this app is shameful, both in terms of price and content. That Leica offers or sells a photo app for iPhone that provides a UI similar to modern Leica cameras is a good idea. Selling additional LUT filters similar to those of the SL/Q3 is meh. But pretending to replicate the look of their lenses with a fake, lousy blur is mocking people. It devalues their equipment, especially at an exorbitant subscription price. Leica really disappoints me on this point.

[@cris_photography]

Thanks for the feedback - I can see your point! Take care

[@Chaosflo-kc9fh]

Installed and loved it! Always held back on buying a Q3 and this gives me like a free trial on the experience with my 15 pro and always in my pocket 😍

[@cris_photography]

Nice!

[@mohdfarizolabdulghani7208]

I wish this app could give Leica a look at the existing photos taken by Leica cameras like Dlux Seven, etc

[@cris_photography]

Ya that’d be smart

[@olaklinztookthis]

Never used a Leica camera but I'm mostly carried away with what I see here, this is amazing cris 🔥

[@cris_photography]

😉😉

[@Itiskaz]

Hey nice video however just a point to add, if you have a 15 pro max you get a 135mm f3.4 Telyt lens as well

[@cris_photography]

Nice! Thanks for the info 😉

[@Itiskaz]

@@cris_photography Thanks for your efforts for always being the first to cover Leica news! Been following your content for a while and am waiting for a new video with another new Leica :D ;)

[@ckdav1]

Yes I got it. Oh and I actually have the ApoTelyt 135mm for real. It’s a fun implementation and I finally enjoy using my iPhone 15 for photography. I’ve only ever used in an emergency as I am not a fan of how Apple implement the camera. I really like the app.

[@cris_photography]

Nice!

[@joshk2294]

I shoot frequently with Leica M, Leica Q, Nikon Z and Fujifilm cameras and lenses. There is no such thing as a distinctive Leica look. But there is distinctive personal style and vision that comes through no matter which camera brand is used.

[@cris_photography]

Yep, very true. There is a distinctive (imo) quality in the bokeh of good Leica lenses, but like I said, the operator makes the look and the photo. Take care!

[@ofeykalakar1]

There is when you use a Leica lens on the Z8. Very different than an S or F mount lens. Just a whole different dimensional glow.

[@adamjlipper]

So then why do you have so many different camera brands? Should all be the same...

[@joshk2294]

@@adamjlipperTo give a present day analogy, it's like the difference between using a PC, tablet and phone from various brands to get things done. Different tools and feel. But the content comes from the same human. You try to find the ones that suit you best and bring you the greatest satisfaction.

[@Deetroiter]

I downloaded it and while it’s fun, somewhat similar to my actual Leica cam/lenses, etc…I won’t be using it and will delete. Not doing the subscription nonsense, there’s not even a purchase option.

[@cris_photography]

I understand - thanks for the feedback!

[@wongricky9095]

There is no point to argue this will replace Leica camera or not … it’s just not the objective!! However this app is poorly written which I don’t know why … I have Xiaomi 14 Ultra which has similar simulations but I did an AB comparison with iPhone 15 Pro Max using this app, there is no way output from this app is comparable in aperture mode. Photo mode does work better but they are basically just color filters or presets. In Japan there is Leica phone which also has similar simulations and it works a lot better in output.

[@cris_photography]

Exactly! I don’t understand the poor results either - makes no sense! (Hence my mention of the Xiaomi 13 pro)

[@brentbrown51]

In trial period. Will see over the next two weeks. Kinda fun, though. My own fake Leica.

[@cris_photography]

Nice!

[@cctc788]

The App is a total waste of time, downloaded, 1 mins later, deleted.

[@cris_photography]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@michaeldeckstein3457]

Only thing this Lux app seems to resemble Leica lenses: its price… 😂😂

[@cris_photography]

🥴

[@robbiesumantri]

The general consensus of this app is that it’s a bit disappointing huh?…

[@cris_photography]

Oh man… so it seems! But seeing your video and seeing you share the same thoughts, I think it’s a big no no. Hopefully an update will fix some of the bugs - time will tell

[@robbiesumantri]

Yeah, hope so.

[@ChristopherGrantHarvey]

The subscription is also a massive strike against it.

[@grattebitume]

Très amusant. Plaisant de retrouver des éléments Leica. Mais vraiment pas nouveau. Il existe par exemple hipstamatic qui est plus abouti en terme d’interface ludique. J’aime bien l’idée de pouvoir mettre un cadre Leica avec les informations de prise de vue. Ajoute tout de suite une touche photo classe! Pour le bokeh, il ne faut surtout pas zoomer sur l’image. Le détourage est vraiment fait à la truelle! Conclusion: amusant, petit effet de mode sympa. Ne mérite pas du tout un abonnement. Leica reste avant tout une expérience sur le matériel et l’approche photographique.

[@cris_photography]

Bonne analyse 😉

[@fmiranda66]

I got the real deal 50mm Leica lenses... Pre-war & etc.. CLA'D, re-polish and re-coated lenses by my Camera Tech in Garden Grove California

[@cris_photography]

niiiiice! NOW we're talking ;)

[@LeicaM82]

That and your skills equal results! It would be interesting to see how close to your 28/2.8/v3 you could get with this app, however.

[@Vitto0606]

You better get a xiaomi phones with better leica features

[@cris_photography]

Amen to that!

[@fmiranda66]

awesome

[@cris_photography]

Thanks mate

[@huwmaddock5650]

tried it, not going to bother

[@cris_photography]

I see! Thanks for the feedback

[@andreaswolf5654]

How do I get into the manual mode?

[@cris_photography]

You press right under the photo (above the posture compensation) you’ll see a little horizontal line. Then you press on « AF » at the right and you’ll be in manual mode 😉

[@jayocotube6483]

Nothing like Leica screwing around with an iPhone app when they should be working on firmware to improve my SL3's autofocus! Come on, guys!

[@cris_photography]

Hear ya mate

[@ofeykalakar1]

They have worked on that issue. It’s upgrading to a Z8

[@j.f.7509]

Erwin Puts was right a few years ago in his post "Farewell to the Leica World" that Leica had become a software-based company.

[@cris_photography]

😰

[@Powergeek2011]

No Android version?

[@cris_photography]

No - yet at least

[@changelivesimages]

Since leica says so, who am I to disagree. Leica look on phone, thanks

[@cris_photography]

👌🏼

[@walkingmanvideo9455]

This app is pure garbage. It’s all smartphone camera with Leica presets. This is a really low move by Leica. This would be like Lamborghini selling scooters………..just a desperate move.

[@cris_photography]

Thanks for the personal feedback 👍🏼

[@Photobuffeddy_AGS]

Aka not worth it by yearly get used Leica film screw mount cost less only pay full frame film . 🎥 at fixed price 😅

[@Photobuffeddy_AGS]

Aka do the photo school homework … 😊

[@cris_photography]

👍🏼