Opinion

41 Days with the Leica M EV1: Love at first sight, but is it a long-term relationship?

Olaf explores his transition to the Leica M EV1 after frustrations with traditional rangefinders, ultimately finding its compactness appealing but favouring autofocus systems with better performance for his photography needs.

Can you tell the difference between a pure monochrome image and one processed from colour?

The article discusses the comparison between dedicated monochrome cameras and colour cameras producing black-and-white images, emphasising differences in quality, processing, and personal choice regarding photographic preferences and investment.

The story of Don Morley: Shaping press photography over the decades

Don Morley, a renowned photographer and Leica enthusiast, reflects on his six-decade career in photojournalism, sharing experiences and insights from early beginnings to significant achievements in sports photography.

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.

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.

AI and Photography: Are they friends or foes?

Ever more powerful artificial intelligence systems have begun to impact the world of photography. Is this good or bad? The author decided to try his hand at using an AI model to help his photography. His conclusion? AI is a friend rather than a foe.