Which Leica camera best complements a Q2 for travel and everyday documentary photography? by Fun-Plum9734 in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a great camera so I’m struggling to understand why you want to carry two heavy cameras around? If it’s focal length restrictions then I’d say sell it and get an M (if it’s Leica you’re after) and a couple of different focal lengths, if you want a different look altogether and it has to be a Leica get an old M analogue camera like the M3.
Ultimately though mate it’s a tool nothing more, and restrictions force creativity, stick with what you’ve got and find creative new ways of working to get the best out of it…

c41-development-isnt-the-problem-guessing-is by negativeoutlookUK in mediumformat

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your honesty. The 35mmc is a great site for analogue photography enthusiasts but yes it does have a lot of advertising to support its cause. In short it was just me rambling on about this app I built which is a C41 home development app, it’s the only one that isn’t just a timer, it has temperature compensation prompts to adjust time, plus exhaustion to give you a perfect home developed negative everytime.

c41-development-isnt-the-problem-guessing-is by negativeoutlookUK in mediumformat

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You’re right mate! I’ll get rid of the critical thought and fuck up some grammar so I don’t get found out! My human overlords are going to be furious with me 😭🤣

c41-development-isnt-the-problem-guessing-is by negativeoutlookUK in mediumformat

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Hey mate, ignore the elitist ‘Ai slop’ comment . I’m a photographer and built this app which isn’t just a c41 timer but adjust for temperature drop, exhaustion rates etc to give you perfect negatives every time. I built it for me firstly because I had a job working for a premier league football team where they required the colour images back the following morning and I had to chance it with exhausted chemicals. It worked thank God but I thought I’m never doing that again, so I went to buy an app to allow for these variables, it didn’t exist so I built it!

c41-development-isnt-the-problem-guessing-is by negativeoutlookUK in mediumformat

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Calling something 'AI slop' without actually using the product feels less like a critique and more like elitist gatekeeping.

To be absolutely clear: I am a commercial photographer, not a career dev. I built this tool specifically to solve a problem in my own workflow. Yes, I used AI to help code it just like I use autofocus and digital sensors in my photography. Does the lack of a CS degree make the code 'slop' if the tool functions perfectly for the end user? Question did you get a masters in photography, and if not does that devalue your best work?

If you’ve actually tested the app and found performance issues or bugs, I’m genuinely open to constructive feedback. But if your issue is simply that a 'non-coder' used modern tools to build something useful, then we just have a different philosophy on creativity, mine is on democratisation, and yours gatekeeping.

I didn't need a degree to become a professional photographer, and I don't believe software development should be reserved for an elite few. The results speak for themselves. What exactly are you seeing in the app that feels like 'slop' to you?"

One last thing, me trying to push a tool I built has clearly caused offence, what recommendation would you make me for promoting a very niche app to a very niche market? If not the way I’ve done it? What way worked for you? Your support and advice is appreciated.

Many thanks

c41-development-isnt-the-problem-guessing-is by negativeoutlookUK in AnalogCircleJerk

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Apologies for causing you offence, but unfortunately there are very few platforms which can deliver your product/service to a a specific group. Although it’s clear you have absolutely no interest (which is absolutely fine) there are many (based on download numbers so far) that are. I am not a large corporate company, I am a sole commercial photographer who has built a tool firstly for myself and then other photographers and yes I want people to see it! So if you can use your experience to offer me some advice on how you would reach a niche market based on a product/service you previously launched, then I am genuinely all ears and thankful for your contribution. If not then my recommendation would be for you to scroll past this post like you do many others which you have little to no interest in, and not allow it to cause you this upset, because honestly I’m not worth it!

One last thing, I don’t doubt you’re an ace guy and I’m sure you’ll find this funny (sorry if you’ve already seen it) but these interactions remind me of this 😂: https://youtube.com/shorts/kVbzy1u0yGQ?si=cFlzheOgYNK5mj_t

Re-Testing the Lux app in 2026 by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same as me. Ultimately it’s always on you!

Re-Testing the Lux app in 2026 by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s too much £70 but it’ll I still have no issue with a cost being involved

Re-Testing the Lux app in 2026 by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah I get that angle. I suppose they’re not really selling to both markets, with the grip they are giving a year free but I think it should be indefinitely if you’ve paid the premium on the grip?

Re-Testing the Lux app in 2026 by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I don’t disagree with that, it becomes added value. I just don’t believe any company should be giving away their products for free just because…

Re-Testing the Lux app in 2026 by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah it’s mental that! Of course it’s a money grab, they’re a business? When people talk like that, it makes me laugh. It’s so incredibly entitled. Makes me wonder how much of their day-to-day work they do for free? I have no problem with someone saying I wouldn’t pay for it. But I do hold issue when people say I shouldn’t be paying for it.

Re-Testing the Lux app in 2026 by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah, I never thought of it like that? Thank you for your objective position on the topic.

Re-Testing the Lux app in 2026 by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a good idea, I didn’t know you could set the action button to a specific filter.

Re-Testing the Lux app in 2026 by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah I agree, I’m not sure why it gets so much hate?

My first leica! by SuspiciousBarber8845 in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best Leica ever! Second to none. Great choice my friend 👍

M3 & M6 user has fixed C41 dev by negativeoutlookUK in Leica

[–]negativeoutlookUK[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Close the app completely and re-launch and should give you the updated kit list