Viltrox, which joined the L-Mount Alliance in September 2025, has introduced its first L-Mount lens, a fast, super-wide angle 16mm f/1.8 prime lens, geared towards low-light landscape, architecture, and astrophotography.
Interest in classic digital cameras is rising, prompting photographers to revisit early models, while discussions about potential collectible classics, such as the Leica X1, gain traction amid nostalgic sentiments.
Judging by the rapid-fire arrival of M-mount lenses, you'd think Leica's cameras were the best-sellers. But no, the secret of the success of the M system lies in simplicity, mechanical excellence and the resulting longevity.
After photographing Yosemite National Park from the air, Tom returned to earth — but with a soft landing on snow. The Leica SL proved to be more reliable than the snowchains, however.
Cambodia holds a special alure for Jean and his black-and-white images of Angkor Wat and other temples provide a stunning angle on this fascinating country
Istanbul is a crossroads city at the interception of cultures. It is both traditional and modern. It's Western and Eastern European, and the gateway to Asia. It defies easy definition and for that reason is a magnet for curious travelers.
Panasonic's new Lumix S 28-200 is claimed to be the world's smallest and lightest long zoom lens. The Lumix S 28-200mm F4-7.1 Macro O.I.S lens is based on the L-Mount standard and is compatible with Panasonic, Leica and Sigma bodies. With a total length of 93.4mm (3.57in) and a modest weight of 413g (14.57oz) compact and light enough to complement even the smaller L-Mount bodies, such as the Lumix S5II…
Zoom to 400mm, 560mm ot 800mm with the new Contemporary telephoto from Sigma. It's a compact and well-priced addition to the burgeoning L-Mount Alliance lens collection.
While 2020 is a year to forget for most of us, it won't be forgotten. It is now a date for the history books. But we should look forward to 2021 with a touch of optimism...
The story of the Leica film undeveloped for 70 year has caught the world's imagination. William Fagan now analyses the roll, frame by frame and tells us what he now knows about the people and the locations.
The typewriter has played a huge role in the story of my life. Before the computer, before the computer and before instant communication, the mechanical typewriter was paramount...