Reviews

Why I chose the Leica Q3 Monochrom for black-and-white photography

Monochrome Olaf Reichardt -
Choosing a camera with a dedicated monochrome sensor requires a deep commitment to black and white photography. The author describes his personal journey to the eventual purchase of a Leica Q3 Monochrom.

Lumix S1RII Review: Advanced AI autofocus and stunning image quality

Panasonic Ed Lara -
Panasonic's Lumix S1RII, launched in February 2025, features a 44.3MP sensor, advanced autofocus, and improved ergonomics. It caters to hybrid shooters, balancing quality and affordability against competitors like Canon and Nikon.

The M Files (30) Zeiss Sonnar 85/2 ZM – one of the rarest M-Mount lenses ever made

M-Mount Joerg-Peter Rau -
The Zeiss Sonnar 85/2 ZM telephoto rangefinder lens was made in extremely small quantities. In our real-world test, it must prove if its value lies in more than in its rareness.

Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 Double Aspheric: Long-term review

M-Mount Richard Clompus -
The Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 Double Aspheric is a modern-day homage to a classic Leica Summilux. The author provides us with his assessment of this much more affordable version.

Review: Leica M11 Monochrom after eight months of testing

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

Leica M EV1: The unique aspect that entirely changed my mind

Leica Mike Evans -
The Leica M EV1 offers a lightweight, full-frame experience designed for manual focus enthusiasts. While reception has been mixed, its unique features make it a compelling option for M lens users.

First Review: Why the Leica Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH matters

News Jonathan Slack -
Leica's new 35mm Noctilux f/1.2 is significant as the first update since 2017, featuring advanced optical technology and a design focused on usability, expanding its versatile applications for photographers.

The M Files (29): C for compact, classic, characterful – Zeiss ZM C lenses Sonnar 50/1.5, Biogon 21/4.5, and Biogon 35/2.8

Lenses Joerg-Peter Rau -
Episode 29 of the Macfilos series, The M Files, reviews the Zeiss ZM C lenses, Biogon 21/4.5; 35/2.8; 50/1.5. Basis is real life experience with Leica digital rangefinder camera M10.
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