US prices for Panasonic Lumix S5 leaked

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The full-frame Panasonic S5 will cost $2,000 when launched on September 2. With the kit lens, the price will be $2,300. Seem interesting deals on the kit, though.

Leica D-Lux 7: Problems processing RWL files – monochrome output

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It looks like Lightroom currently doesn’t like the new Leica D-Lux 7, despite its Panasonic sibling having been on the market for several months. RWL files are currently processing in monochrome, so beware.

Review: Panasonic Lumix GX8

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Panasonic's GX8 is a camera that handles well, produces superb results and works so well with Panasonic's Leica-branded lenses. Mike has been putting it through its paces with a variety of lenses.

Panasonic TZ200 to be the new Leica C-Lux

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A new one-inch sensor pocket camera with a massive zoom is tipped for launch by Leica this month. It is likely to be based on the 24-360mm Panasonic Lumix TZ200.

Leica Event: Reporting from Germany but not from Wetzlar

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Mike is looking forward to the Leica announcements later this week. He will be reporting from Germany but definitely not from Wetzlar. He could even be on a train…..

Leica SL2 due soon, will feature IBIS according to rumours

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New information on the forthcoming Leica SL2 has been published on Leica Rumors. According to sources, the camera will be announced within the next...

Operation Lock Almost: One way to tame that skittering focus point on the Leica...

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Operation Lock. That’s what Panasonic calls it. All modern Panasonic Lumix cameras, as far as I know, offer this quick and convenient method of locking down the controls so you can be sure none of your settings will be upset by itchy fingers or wandering thumbs. Similar features are common in many modern cameras. But Leica has steadfastly refused to add an easily operated operation lock function to prevent the four-way pad or the joystick (where fitted) from moving the focus point around unbidden.

Japan: People, places and moments

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People, places and moments in Miyama, Japan

Sony RX100V: Is it the travel camera for me?

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Could this second-hand Sony RX100 Mark V be the holy-grail-type travel camera Wayne is seeking? Or will Panasonic keep his attention. Let's find out...

Leica C-Lux: New compact superzoom with one-inch sensor and 24-360mm lens

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Leica’s latest compact, the C-Lux, features a monster zoom — from 24-360mm and a one-inch sensor. Although slightly larger than Sony’s RX100 series, the new Panasonic-based Leica offers much greater versatility at a lower price….

That Was The Year That Was: A review of 2023 at Macfilos

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As we head into 2024, it's a good opportunity to reflect on the year that's just ended. Here’s a canter through some of the highlights from the perspective of the gang at Macfilos

New from Leica: Cameras coming in 2023 and 2024

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As we come to the end of the year. Mike takes a look at what new cameras we can expect from Leica in the next two years...

Prioritising Weight over Speed: Is this the new fashion in lens design?

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More zoom lenses are being introduced which are lightweight but possess slow minimum apertures. Are we really sacrificing anything when buying such a lens? Keith puts one such lens, the Lumix 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom through its paces.

L-mount Lumix S5 meets highfalutin Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH

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The L Mount Alliance has spawned an amazing catalogue of cameras and lenses from a variety of manufacturers. It provides for some interesting mixing and matching. Mike paired one of the cheapest full-frame S cameras from Panasonic with one of Leica's more expensive offerings, the £4,250 24-90 Vario-Elmarit...