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Mike Evans

Mike Evans is a former journalist and public relations specialist. He started his career working for a technical journal in the automotive industry, moving on to form a London-based public relations company in his mid-twenties. He ran the company successfully for over thirty years, later migrating into Parliamentary public affairs consultancy. Mike retired in the early 2000s after selling the company to a major international communications company. He started Macfilos as an Apple-centric blog in 2008, moving later into the field of photography and Leica equipment. The non-profit blog continues and comprises well over 6,000 individual articles. It is supported by independent editorial associates in the USA and Germany.

First Impressions: Leica Looks vs Fuji Film Simulations:

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Mike discusses his newfound interest in in-camera processing, comparing Fujifilm GFX100RF's film simulations with Leica Looks, ultimately appreciating the quality and detail of both systems’ photographic outputs.

Fujifilm GFX100RF Long-Term Test: Unique fixed-lens medium format compact

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The Fujifilm GFX100RF is an innovative compact medium-format camera, offering exceptional image quality and advanced in-camera processing. While it has limitations such as a slow aperture, performance excels in most photographic conditions.

Leica M10-D: One of the worst digital cameras ever made?

News Mike Evans -
Mike criticises an article labelling the Leica M10-D among the worst digital cameras, despite its popularity. Discrepancies in the author's reasoning raise doubts about the list's credibility and editorial choices.

A guide to Fujifilm’s film simulations and techniques — and more gallery images

News Mike Evans -
Fujifilm's GFX100RF offers 20 film simulations for JPG and RAW processing, providing diverse creative options, including classic and modern styles, enhancing photography experiences during shooting and editing.

Macfilos Down: An apology from the editor

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Macfilos experienced a three-day outage. The site is now operational again, and Mike apologises to readers.

Leica Reunion: When 554 met 555 after a hundred years on the road

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On 26 June 2025, Leica celebrated the 100th birthday of two original cameras, models 554 and 555, with a party at the factory. Ivor Cooper brought No. 555 to be reunited with No. 554
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Soft Shutter Releases: pros and cons explained

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The author expresses mixed feelings about soft shutter release buttons for cameras. While they enhance handling and reduce shake, they often unscrew easily and get lost. Cheaper options can ease the pain but come with provisos.

10 Years of Leica Q: A photographic revolution

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The Leica Q, introduced on 10 June 2015, revolutionized fixed-lens cameras, achieving instant success with its 24MP sensor and 28mm lens, marking a significant milestone in Leica's history.

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.

System Minimalism: Renewing acquaintance with the Billingham Pola Stowaway

Accessories Mike Evans -
Mike is on a minimalist streak. Today's compact new power houses are changing the bag requirements. Guess what cameras he can fit into the tiny Billingham Pola Stowaway…

Third-party thumb grips and hoods: Any good?

Accessories Mike Evans -
When you buy an expensive compact camera, there is a temptation to add factory accessories, such as thumb grips and hoods. But there are thousands of inexpensive alternatives on the market. Are they any good?

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

Leica Mike Evans -
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.
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LEICA MOMENTS

A Leica is a visual notebook: You can take everywhere

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For Jean Perenet Leicas act as perfect light visual notebooks for recording life.

Leica Classic Line: Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 in the hands of a proud owner

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The Leica Classic Line of retro lenses is proving very popular. After watching the progress, I decided to put my toe into the retro ripples a couple of months ago with the latest example…

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.

Making a case for Leica: How my passion for rangefinders turned into a vocation

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Change is never easy, but when forced to reassess your life you discover how to marry old skills and interests to create new opportunities.

Leica Q3 43 “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways”

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The Leica Q3 43 is the perfect camera for me. I can count the ways, image after image.

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NEWS LAST MONTH

Ricoh GR IV: Latest in the line of cult fixed-lens compacts

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The Ricoh GR IV, available from September, features significant upgrades including a new sensor, processor, and enhanced functionality, making it a notable improvement over its predecessor while maintaining its compact design.

Macfilos will be off-air for two hours this evening — London time

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Macfilos will be offline on August 21, 2025, from 8 to 10 pm London time for server maintenance, which is expected to last no more than two hours.

Sigma announces the world’s first 200mm f/2.0 full-frame mirrorless prime with outstanding optical performance

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The new Sigma 200mm F2 DG OS | Sports lens features an optical design of 19 elements in 14 groups, including 2 FLD and 2 SLD glass element to achieve exceptionally high optical performance.

Leica M10-D: One of the worst digital cameras ever made?

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Mike criticises an article labelling the Leica M10-D among the worst digital cameras, despite its popularity. Discrepancies in the author's reasoning raise doubts about the list's credibility and editorial choices.

A guide to Fujifilm’s film simulations and techniques — and more gallery images

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Fujifilm's GFX100RF offers 20 film simulations for JPG and RAW processing, providing diverse creative options, including classic and modern styles, enhancing photography experiences during shooting and editing.

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