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Leica D-Lux 7 007 edition kicks off James Bond exhibition at Leica Gallery in London

The month James Bond exhibition at the Leica Gallery London is commemorated by a special limited Leica D-Lux 7 007 edition costing £1,750...

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.

Photography and brain health – ten ways to keep those neurons in tip-top shape

Ten ways in which photography can benefit brain health: Keith James navigates the neurons, camera in hand...

Hands-on with the Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 for L-Mount: A walk on the wide side

The Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 lens gives L-Mount photographers an impressive, ultra-wide option that is both sharp and fast. If you fancy exploring the creative opportunities to be found at the wide end of the focal length range, this is a superb tool for the job.

Telephotography with the Leica TL2: Chasing a killer sunset shot

Could pairing a Leica TL2 with a Sigma telephoto zoom give the author enough optical reach to capture a memorable sunset photograph before it's too late in the season? Read on to find out.

L-Mount Lenses: Exploring the world of 50mm primes for Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma photographers

The L-Mount system, developed by Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma, provides a diverse range of high-quality 50mm primes for various photography needs, balancing performance, size, and affordability for users.

Exploring the art of abstract quadriptychs through photography

The article discusses abstract quadriptychs, artworks comprising four abstract panels. It explores their creation through photography, emphasising the blend of geometric shapes and digital manipulation in modern artistic expression.

Zeiss Biogon 25/2.8 ZM: A superb one-lens option when hiking with a rangefinder

The Zeiss Biogon 25/2.8 ZM proved to be a versatile companion for a Leica M camera, covering all the bases on a trip to the great outdoors in the American Southwest.

Macfilos Most-read Articles of 2025: Leica gear gets the views

Here are the Macfilos most-read articles of 2025 - the posts that garnered the most views from our worldwide readership. It's no surprise that articles covering Leica and reviews of gear, new and old, feature prominently.

Best of Macfilos Photography: Editorial picks 2025

Each year, the editorial team view thousands of images, featured in the hundreds of articles submitted by our contributors. Amongst the many superb pictures we see, a handful invariably stand out. So, here are the favourite photos selected by each member of the Macfilos team.

Shooting Anamorphic on the Leica TL2: Exploring a quirky corner of the L-Mount world

Keith mounts a Sirui Super 35 anamorphic lens on his Leica TL2 in search of the cinematic look for which these lenses are known. Get ready for some wide-screen shots, unusual flares and oval bokeh.

Searching for George in the Pacific Northwest

George, my great uncle, was buried in an unmarked grave in Kelowna, British Columbia. Following my father’s request, I travelled with my wife to Vancouver to find and mark his grave. The journey included exploring some of British Columbia's attractions, photography with Leica compact cameras, leading to a poignant conclusion.