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It’s that most wonderful time of the year: Season’s Greetings from the Macfilos team

The members of Macfilos editorial team — Jörg-Peter Rau, Jon Cheffings, Keith James, Richard Watts and Mike Evans — join in wishing you all Season’s Greetings wherever you may be.

Workflow: Do you like your pictures raw or pre-cooked?

Mike evaluates the necessity of shooting in both JPEG and RAW formats, reflecting on personal workflows and storage concerns, while advocating for RAW-only photography for better quality and flexibility.

A postcard from the Leica Society International meeting in London

The report highlights the recent LSI meeting in London, featuring discussions on photography, Leica history, and personal stories. Notable speakers included award-winning photographers and industry experts, resulting in greater creative dialogue and community development.

Jörg-Peter’s Choice: Building a Fujifilm X system from scratch

There are many approaches to the Fujifilm X system. Our author had a brief fling with it only to come back almost ten years after. How he made his kit choices.

Choosing Fujifilm: The best APS-C system alternative to the Leica CL

The discontinuation of Leica's CL and TL lens collection has led former users to seek alternative APS-C systems, with Fujifilm emerging as a reliable choice for committed photographers.

Leica’s CL Legacy: The future of APS-C systems

The Leica CL APS-C camera system, beloved by many, has been discontinued. Despite its demise, APS-C sensors remain valued for their practicality, cost, and lightweight design, with ongoing community support.

Leica’s Historic Connection with Chicago: The launch of a new store and gallery

The new Chicago Leica Boutique and Gallery celebrates the opening with three days of events, exhibitions, and the launch of a Chicago limited edition Leica M11-P in a historic location.

Discover Our Favourite Leicas: Personal choices by the Macfilos team

Macfilos team members were tasked with selecting their favourite Leica camera from their collections, leading to personal reflections on the significance and enjoyment derived from these iconic devices.

Labour of Love: How Mike wrote 5,000 articles for Macfilos over 18 years

Editor Mike Evans has dedicated 18 years to Macfilos, authoring over seven million words, transitioning from Apple to Leica, and now leading a team of enthusiastic contributors passionate about photography.

Is the Fujifilm X-E5 a Leica alternative? Here comes the real-world review

The Fujifilm X-E5 has taken the world by storm. Is it a viable alternative for Leica photographers too? A real-world test provides the answer.

Street Art: You’ve got to look up to see what’s going down

This article emphasises the importance of exploring and appreciating street art across various neighbourhoods, highlighting its evolution and cultural significance, while encouraging people to discover art in their surroundings.

Leica’s journey to UI convergence: In conversation with Stefan Daniel and Nico Köhler

Leica's journey to UI convergence highlights challenges in balancing simplicity with demands for features. Insights from the company's philosophy and customer experience reinforce the desire for intuitive design and simplcity.