Lenses

Two Leica digital cameras with legacies that defied initial criticism

Not every camera in history succeeds, but some deserve to succeed despite being under appreciated with a reputation that often and unfairly damns them to be forgotten.

Panasonic Launches New Lumix DC-S1RII high-resolution full-frame mirrorless camera with surprise 44MP sensor

The new Panasonic Lumix DC-S1RII offers a faster, lighter and more compact full frame camera with improved phase detection autofocus and up to 8 stops of stabilisation...

Sigma launches two new lenses: 16-300mm F/3.5-6.7 DC OS and Sigma 300-600mm F/4.0 DG OS Sports lens

Sigma launches two new versatile extended-range zoom lenses to appeal to all photographers from professional to amateur alike

Long-Term Review: The new Leica Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 Classic Line

Jonathan Slack has a close look at the latest addition to Leica's “Classic” series of lenses. The reissued Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 does not disappoint…

Visiting The Hoover Dam? Forget nifty-fifty, you need a thrifty twenty-sixty

Photographing the magnificent Hoover dam requires some wide-angle action. What better lens to take with you than the affordable Lumix 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom?

Bouldering in Nevada: Boldly going where no Leica M has gone before

The close proximity of climbers means that photographing bouldering with a Leica M camera and a 35mm lens is a straightforward proposition.

Discontinued Leica WATE: Farewell to a unique lens

Leica has stopped selling the Wide-Angle Tri-Elmar-M 16-18-21 aka WATE. It was and is a unique lens which can help produce extraordinary pictures…

Wide-angle Wonder: The Getty seen through the Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 Art

The Sigma 14-24 mm f/2.8 Art zoom lens proves to be the perfect accompaniment for a visit to one of the world's most spectacular art museums - the Getty