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Mark Catto discovers that the charms of having Paris all to yourself for a day are not to be undervalued or dampened by a little rain. And yes, it's still beautiful.

The WCA this year spotlit a rare Voigtländer camera from the earliest days of photography, which sold for a remarkable €500,000.

In Yorkshire, they say “Where's there's muck, there's brass.” What you discover many not be financially valuable, but the simple stories that can be told are well worth it and worth a picture.

The content reflects Ian Beesley's journey from industrial work to photography, documenting deindustrialisation in Bradford. He shares insights on using a Leica M6, emphasising the tactile nature of film photography.

The Oskar Barnack Awards (LOBA) are the highly prestigious photographic awards, with winners selected from over 300 submissions and judged by 120 experts in 50 countries. The winners were honoured at a celebration at the Leica headquarters in Wetzlar.

Sayuri Ichida's exhibition "Absentee" explores loss, grief, and immigration through personal experiences, using her body to symbolize life's fragility. The show runs from January 17 to March 19 at Leica Gallery, London.

Ricoh has launched the GR IV Monochrome camera, featuring a 25.74-megapixel sensor and advanced monochrome capabilities, priced at $2,200 in the USA and £1,700 in the UK.

The World of Leica Auctions article highlights intriguing, albeit less extravagant, items sold in the auction, such as the Detrola “400” Camera and unique lenses. The evolving marketplace continues to offer surprises for collectors who show curiosity and interest.

Macfilos has had a successful year, publishing a record number of articles and achieving significant page view growth thanks to our readers. The team explored diverse equipment and travel experiences while preparing for 2026.

Leica has announced comprehensive firmware updates for its SL-series and Q3 family cameras, enhancing performance of the respective cameras across a range of features.