SUMMARY
Many photographers struggle with rangefinder cameras like the Leica M11, often buying and selling them repeatedly. Leica ambassador Jaime Fernandez suggests a solution: commit to one camera and one lens for trips to build necessary patience and muscle memory. This approach, exemplified by using a 35mm lens, helps overcome the 'Sony sickness' of relying solely on aggressive autofocus and encourages stopping down to f/5.6 or f/8 for greater contextual focus. Practical tips include focus-and-recompose techniques and considering less stressful entry points like the Leica Q3.
TAKEAWAYS
Committing to a single camera and lens is key to mastering rangefinder operation.
This method helps build patience and overcome the frustration of rangefinder use.
Stopping down to f/5.6 or f/8 offers more contextual focus than shooting wide open.
Gear like the Gaston's Owl Crown baseplate can improve the rangefinder shooting experience.