Sony NEX-5 With 16mm lens, Leica M

2011-07-14 • SEND FEEDBACK |
Related: cycling, Leica, Leica M, road biking

I found that the Sony NEX-5 with the 16mm lens (24mm equivalent) worked well for self portraits while cycling, but the angle of view is too wide for most scenics from a bike, resulting in 70% pavement and 30% scenery. A 35mm - 50mm lens (in full frame terms) is better for such things, with a 35mm still usable for self portraits.

I let my beard grow while traveling in the high country to help reduce sun exposure (and it’s nice not to have to shave)!

Self portrait while cycling through Dana Meadow in Yosemite, July 12, 2011
Sony NEX-5 with 16mm f/2.8

Self portrait while cycling near Schulman Grove (ancient bristlecone forest), July 11, 2011
Sony NEX-5 with 16mm f/2.8

With Leica M lenses

Using an adapter, Leica M lenses can be used, as here, with the Leica 35mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH. A zoom-feature with Live View makes precise focus quite usable, with the downside of a difficult to see screen under some lighting conditions.

Spring met water, July 5, 2011
Sony NEX-5 with Leica 35mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH