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Reviews

Exploring Andy Tobin’s Photography in Glas and Skye at Night

Reviews Jon Cheffings -
Andy Tobin's most recent book, “Glas”, was developed over 17 years. It features stunning black-and-white images accompanied by poetry from Rody Gorman, capturing the island's essence. Another book, “Skye at Night,” highlights local life and work, with proceeds aiding the Skye Mountain Rescue Team.

Hands-on with the Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C: Vintage looks but superb modern performance

Hasselblad Keith James -
Hasselblad's 90zX & CFV 100C medium format camera might have vintage looks, but it is packed full of thoroughly modern features and delivers superb image quality.

Leica Vario-Elmarit vs Sigma Contemporary: Exploring the benefits of standard 28-70mm zoom lenses

Leica Mike Evans -
Modern standard zoom lenses have evolved, proving their worth against prime lenses. The Leica and Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 options offer high quality, differing in build, weight, and price, catering to diverse needs.

Leica Monopan 50 Review: A new era of 35mm film

Film Jeffery Trilling -
The author, a long-time film photographer, discusses his shift from 35mm film to digital, but finds promise in the new Leica Monopan 50 film, offering innovative color sensitivity and versatile processing.

Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 Review: The ideal standard zoom for everyday use

Leica Jonathan Slack -
The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH is a compact, lightweight lens that delivers impressive image quality, especially wide open, and it pairs excellently with the Leica SL3-S camera system.

Leica Q3 Monochrom Long-term Review: Key features and upgrades

News Jonathan Slack -
Jonathan Slack reviews the new Leica Q3 Monochrom and delves into the history of the successful Q range and previous monochrome cameras from Wetzlar. Read this definitive view of the Leica Q3 Monochrom

Leica M EV1 Hands-on: Where the M without M makes sense

Leica Joerg-Peter Rau -
The new Leica M EV1 is the first model in the M series with a purely electronic viewfinder. This review highlights four real life-use cases

Sigma 20-200mm Review: The ultimate travel zoom for L-Mount

Reviews Mike Evans -
The Sigma 20-200mm f/3.5-6.3 lens offers exceptional versatility in a compact design, delivering impressive image quality and fast autofocus, making it a strong choice for everyday photography despite some optical limitations.
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LEICA MOMENTS

185-year-old camera and more at the seventh Wetzlar Camera Auction

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William Fagan looks at the forthcoming Wetzlar Auction featuring vintage cameras, notably a rare Voigtländer Metal Daguerreotype Camera from 1840 and various Leica models, showcasing their historical significance and estimated values.

Leica Camera continues to grow in the financial year 2024/25

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Leica Camera Group achieved record sales in the 2024/25 financial year, driven by growth in multiple segments, innovative products, and an expanded global sales network, celebrating its 100th anniversary.

Discovering Leica’s legacy in the old town of Wetzlar

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There's more than Leica to see in this beautiful and historic town of Wetzlar in the state of Hesse, in Germany. If you're making a pilgrimage here, stay a little longer and enjoy more of what this town offers.

Celebrating musical diversity – with a medley of Leica cameras and lenses

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A front row seat at his local library, and a range of Leica gear, has enabled Keith to photograph a dizzying display of musical virtuosity, and build an extensive collection of musical portraits.

This autumn, Leitz Photographica will auction the late Pope Francis’ Leica M-A for charity: the most extraordinary lot in its history to date

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This unique Leica M-A was given to the late Pope Francis by Leica AG and will go up for auction in November at Leitz Photographica in Vienna to raise money for his personal charity. Bidding will open at 30,000 Euros.

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Leica announces four limited edition M lens variants: Three Safari and one glossy black

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Leica has launched four limited-edition M lenses, including three Safari variants and one glossy black lens, featuring unique designs and limited production, aimed at collectors and photography enthusiasts.

Supporting Macfilos: How to keep our photography blog independent

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Macfilos is an independent photography blog managed by five volunteers from Europe and the USA. Despite regular donations, costs exceed funds, prompting the call for support to maintain the site…

Leica Announces its Picture of the Year 2025: A New York street image by Joel Meyerowitz

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A New York street scene, from 1963, by Joel Meyerowitz, portraying a group of women on the fringe of the annual Puerto Rican Day Parade, has been chosen as the 2025 Leica Picture of the Year.

Billingham Capsule 1 Pouch: Stylish camera protection for Santa’s stocking

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Billingham's Capsule 1 pouch adds security and convenience for small cameras and lenses, featuring a stylish design, various finishes, and a price of £125, available starting November 24, 2025.

Discover the 2025 Royal Photographic Society Award Winners

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The Royal Photographic Society has announced its 2025 Awards recipients, recognizing outstanding contributions to photography. Notable awards include the RPS Centenary Medal to Susan Derges, and honors for Omar Victor Diop, David Malin, and Charlotte Cotton. The awards celebrate creativity, innovation, and the evolving nature of photography and moving image.

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