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Review: Leica M11 Monochrom after eight months of testing

Jonathan Slack has spent eight months with Leica's new black-and-white masterpiece, M11 Monochrom. This is his verdict...

James Jarché — A largely forgotten former London Fleet Street press photographer

James Jarché — a now largely forgotten former London Fleet Street press photographer — came to fame in 1936 as the first photographer to capture the future Edward VIII and Mrs. Simpson in public. He was also the grandfather of the famous actor, Sir David Suchet…

How I rediscovered monochrome after 15 years as a non-believer

After years of monochrome photography, the author embraced colour with digital but has recently rekindled an appreciation for monochrome, exploring software conversions and techniques while resisting new camera purchases.

Timeless: Through the Lens of John Goldberger

Leica Camera, in partnership with Ernst Leitz Werkstätten, will stage a curated photographic exhibition at the Leica Store Geneva,...

Celebrating Black and White Photography with the Macfilos Monochrome Week

Macfilos celebrates the bicentennial of photography this week by highlighting black and white photography's significance, featuring classic articles from renowned photographers, and a review of a future classic monochrome camera.

Electronic Viewfinders: Do we really need them in compact cameras?

Panasonic's TZ300/ZS300 compact camera introduces a one-inch sensor and 15x optical zoom, but omits the electronic viewfinder, raising concerns about usability for serious photographers transitioning from smartphones.

Back to Simplicity: Rediscovering the art of film photography

Paul de Kruiff reflects on the changes in photography, contrasting the simplicity and personal satisfaction of traditional methods with the automated processes of modern technology. He questions whether the magic of photography still exists.

Leica Announces the DROHNE 1: Because eye-level was never enough

Leica has brought its optical prowess and design sensibilities to the world of drones for the first time, with the launch of the Drohne 1, a handcrafted, artisanal drone camera.