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.

Billingham launches the Icon: A messenger bag for life beyond the camera bag

Accessories Mike Evans -
Billingham's new Icon bag, inspired by the Hadley Original, transitions from a camera bag to an everyday messenger bag, catering to modern commuters while maintaining high durability and traditional craftsmanship.

Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 EVO Review: An outstanding compact prime for Fujifilm FX

Viltrox Mike Evans -
The Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 EVO lens, designed for Fujifilm, offers excellent image quality, lightweight portability, and great value at $369, despite lacking full weather sealing and a de-clickable aperture.

Panasonic Lumix L10 Review: A premium compact camera for enthusiasts

Panasonic Mike Evans -
The Lumix L10 is a substantial upgrade from the LX100 II, featuring improved autofocus, sensor performance, and controls. Priced competitively, it serves as an excellent versatile compact camera for enthusiasts.

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

Opinion Mike Evans -
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.

The Leica SL3-P: Wetzlar’s most advanced full-frame camera is launched

Leica Mike Evans -
Leica launches the advanced SL3-P full-frame camera, featuring a 44-megapixel sensor and hybrid autofocus, alongside two new lenses, enhancing creative possibilities for professional photography and videography.

Mike’s Choice: Building a lightweight Fujifilm system

Feature Articles Mike Evans -
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.
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Leica Cine Compact 1: Big-screen cinema in a compact form

Leica Mike Evans -
Leica's Cine Compact 1 projector combines advanced laser technology with a compact design, offering high-quality 4K images, versatile connectivity, and user-friendly features for an impressive home cinema experience.

The black-and-white world of mid-century technical journalism

Feature Articles Mike Evans -
The article reflects on the author's preference for black-and-white photography, sparked by discussions on colour images from a Lanzarote vineyard visit, and reminisces about a career in technical journalism.

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

Fujifilm Mike Evans -
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 New Metallic Grey Cameras and Lenses: A stylish upgrade

Leica Mike Evans -
Leica has launched a new metallic grey finish for select cameras and accessories, enhancing their elegant appearance. The M11-P, Q3, and D-Lux 8 models will feature this stylish option from May and July 2026.

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

Feature Articles Mike Evans -
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.

The Iconic Ace Café: A journey through time

Feature Articles Mike Evans -
The Ace Cafe, a historic British landmark founded in 1938, transitioned from a transport cafe to a cultural hub for motorcyclists, before closing in 1969 and revitalising in the 1990s.
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