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Mark Catto

A chance encounter with a Leica M9 that became something more

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A 20-year love affair with Leica cameras highlights their unique engagement with photography, transforming mundane moments into artistry, fostering community among users, and encouraging a patient, thoughtful approach to life.

Capturing a culinary feast for the senses with the Leica Q3

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Food is a visceral experience. Capturing on camera takes you only part way to experiencing a feast for the senses. Even with a camera as highly regarded as the Leica Q family, the scents and flavours can only be conjured in your imagination.

Istanbul: An odyssey through chaos, carpets, and call to prayer with a Leica Q-P

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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.

A winter journey in Provence: travels with a Leica Q3-28 and Leica Q3-43

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In the Luberon, where I’m fortunate enough to live, there’s a temptation to believe you may have already seen the best of Provence. But every so often, the call of another village, just a bit further afield, lures you out of your comfort zone…
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LEICA MOMENTS

What it means to be raised on “Perfection Expected”

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When you are raised to believe that perfection is expected, a Leica becomes a living example of that thought…

Introducing Matt Osborne, better known to photographers as “Mr Leica”

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Matt Osborne, known as "Mr. Leica," has transitioned from a corporate auditor to a Leica camera expert and model photographer, providing resources, education, and personal insights through various platforms.

20 February 1952: The day Mr Hedgecock bought a Leica IIIc and 5cm f/3.5 Elmar lens

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In 1952, Richard Hedgecock bought a Leica IIIc at Goldthorpe's Chemists in London, amidst post-war camera scarcity. This significant purchase, equivalent to £3,700 today, reflects his passion for photography and the camera's historical legacy.

A chance encounter with a Leica M9 that became something more

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A 20-year love affair with Leica cameras highlights their unique engagement with photography, transforming mundane moments into artistry, fostering community among users, and encouraging a patient, thoughtful approach to life.

The Ten Most-Read Articles of the Quarter: It’s not just about Leica gear

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This quarter's review highlights Macfilos' most-read articles, primarily gear reviews focused on Leica and select other brands. Contributors have been active, celebrating the centennial of the Leica M camera.

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NEWS LAST MONTH

Leica launches compact Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH zoom

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Leica announces the Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH lens, a compact, lightweight standard zoom with a constant aperture, priced at £1,650, available worldwide starting June 12, 2025.

Exclusive unboxing of Leica M Edition 70 at London’s Red Dot Cameras

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Ivor Cooper of Red Dot Cameras unboxes the limited Leica M Edition 70, a collectors' set including a rare camera and accessories, celebrating both craftsmanship and the art of camera collecting.

46th Leitz Auction: After 100 Years, camera No. 112 leads the way

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The 46th Leitz Auction on June 27 celebrates the Leica camera's centenary, featuring rare items including the 0 series camera No. 112 with notable provenance linked to Oskar Barnack.

Leica Update: We explain about the new firmware and latest options for the M9 sensor programme

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Firmware updates for Leica's M11, Q3, and D-Lux 8 are available, addressing EU regulations and enhancing functionalities. The M9 sensor upgrade program now includes selected film cameras, with trade-in pricing outlined.

All about the Ricoh GR IV: specs, design, and updates

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The Ricoh GR IV, set for late 2025 release, features a new APS-C sensor, lens, and enhancements while maintaining its successful lightweight design, continuing the legacy of the GR series.

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