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Lots of Interest: Auctioneer Dan Tamarkin finds pleasure in the odd and the unusual

Events Dan Tamarkin -
Every November Tamarkin Auctions holds its annual rare camera auction which garners great interest. It's a thrill to attend,...

2025 Tamarkin Auction highlights and insights

News Dan Tamarkin -
The World of Leica Auctions article highlights intriguing, albeit less extravagant, items sold in the auction, such as the Detrola “400” Camera and unique lenses. The evolving marketplace continues to offer surprises for collectors who show curiosity and interest.

The Invisible Camera appears at the Tamarkin Auction

Events William Fagan -
Cameras and lenses at the upcoming Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction in Chicago are not all invisible, although one pretends to be. But the prices for rare Leica gear continue to astonish...

Discovering the Real Cuba: Beyond the tourist sights

Travel James Rice -
The Cuba of clichés is easy to see. The real Cuba takes more effort. But the joy it brings is profound and challenges the preconceived notions we might have. Open a window on the real Cuba with James Rice. And then travel there…

Absolute M Beginners: How to take the first step into Leica M ownership

Leica Jon Cheffings -
Leica M cameras can be both mythical and daunting. We take a look at what it's like for beginners to enter the world of M cameras and feel confident in their choices.

Two Leica digital cameras with legacies that defied initial criticism

L-Mount Jon Cheffings -
Not every camera in history succeeds, but some deserve to succeed despite being under appreciated with a reputation that often and unfairly damns them to be forgotten.

Stardust in Boston: A visit to the International Leica Society’s annual meet

Events William Fagan -
The annual meeting of the International Leica Society is a great opportunity to meet the great and the good of the Leica world. William paid a visit to Boston for this year's event and met a plethory of interesting characters.

LHSA Meeting In Wetzlar, Marburg and cruising the Rhine

Leica William Fagan -

William gives us a detailed overview of the International Leica Society’s annual meeting which took place two weeks ago in Wetzlar, home of the Leica camera.

Leitz Park, Wetzlar and the 50th anniversary of the LHSA

Leica Mike Evans -

The 50th anniversary meeting of the International Leica Society in Wetzlar was a delight for all Leica enthusiasts. Mike is back after a 750km drive and reflects on the four days of fandom.

A Tale of Two Leicas: Oldest of times, newest of times

Leica William Fagan -

How does one of the earliest Leicas compare with the company's newest and finest. William sets out to find the anwer......

The Bokeh Kings: A look at 50mm M lenses

Leica Bill Rosauer -

Bill Rosauer of the LHSA, the Leica International Society, takes a look at the Bokeh Kings. Over forty lenses were inspected for this article which previously appeared in the LHSA's Viewfinder magazine and on the Red Dot Forum.

A postcard from the Leica Society International conference and annual meeting in Montréal

Events Jon Cheffings -
Montreal is the perfect location for the annual LSI meeting. Beautiful views, historic buildings, autumn in full flow and a group of welcoming members to share stories and experiences. This is my postcard.
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