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Leica SL: Robin Sinha gives us the lowdown while we wait for our test cam

I've been waiting a long time for my press demonstrator Leica SL. I'm on the list, I'm on the list, I'm on the list. I could borrow a lens, of course, but those press bodies are elusive. Fortunately, I can steal a march on my own review with these excellent mini-videos produced by the Leica Akademie's guru Robin Sinha.

Leica SL: Taming the wayward joystick to allow a fixed centre focus area

These days emphasis seems to be on a bewildering array of focus points which can be individually selected to home in on the subject. Many photographers prefer the old method of relying on a fixed centre focus point followed by recomposing the shot. Trouble is, I had difficulty setting up the Leica SL to do this. But Leica's Robin Sinha and I found the solution. it's easy when you know how.

Leica in Brick Lane: A surprisingly successful couple of weeks

During the past two weeks I have spent a lot of time bothering the staff at the Leica pop-up store in London's Brick Lane. I've been very impressed by the number of visitors and by the interest shown in the photo walks organised by Robin Sinha and Leo Scott. Every session has been enthusiastically acclaimed and, in my opinion, the fortnight in Brick Lane has been a great success. 

Leica SL System Update: Adobe Frame.io and more on the SL3-S

The Leica SL system was boosted in March this year when the latest 60MP SL3 hit dealers' shelves. It is proving to be another success for Leica and even persuaded editor Mike to alter his views on the system.

Peter Karbe: Leica’s legendary lens designer takes a potter around London’s Mayfair

A small group of enthusiasts had the pleasure of joining legendary Leica lens designer, Peter Karbe, on a photographic stroll through the streets of London…

Macfilos at 15: An opportunity to contribute to the future

Macfilos turns 15 today. Now is the time to consider helping to cover the basic running costs of a friendly, informative photography site that has no advertising or sponsorship income.

Leica CL: A reluctant goodbye but it’s now time to look to the future

Leica's APS-C range is dead. The CL and TL are no more. So is it time to stop mourning and look to the future? Mike thinks so...

LHSA becomes Leica Society International to reflect new world role

Leica enthusiasts from around the world gathered in Dublin for the first annual conference under the new banner of Leica Society International...

All set for the LHSA Dublin conference in October

The LHSA annual conference takes place this year in Dublin, Ireland and Macfilos will be there...

Chile: One of the world’s greatest destinations for photographers

Chile is one of South America’s most prosperous nations as a result of its economic and social stability, its...

R for Resolution: Leica’s 40MP M10-R hits the streets

The 40.89MP higher-resolution sensor of Leica's new M10-R brings improved performance at low light, extended dymanic range, improved sharpness with the latest aspherical and apochromatic M lenses and more opportunity for effective cropping.

6 iconic cameras to start your Leica collection

Collecting old Leicas doesn't require a fortune and, unlike vintage cars and motorcycles, they don't take up much space and require little expensive maintenance. Noted collector Paul-Henry van Hasbroeck suggests six cameras that could help you put your toe in the water.