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2025 Tamarkin Auction highlights and insights

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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.

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Leica M System: In praise of simplicity and longevity

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Judging by the rapid-fire arrival of M-mount lenses, you'd think Leica's cameras were the best-sellers. But no, the secret of the success of the M system lies in simplicity, mechanical excellence and the resulting longevity.
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Yosemite from the comfort of ground level

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After photographing Yosemite National Park from the air, Tom returned to earth — but with a soft landing on snow. The Leica SL proved to be more reliable than the snowchains, however.
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Cambodia, the temples, the villages through the lens of the Ricoh GR

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Cambodia holds a special alure for Jean and his black-and-white images of Angkor Wat and other temples provide a stunning angle on this fascinating country

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Leica SL3-S Review: Jonathan Slack tests the speedy new 24MP full-frame camera

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Jonathan Slack reviews the latest Leica SL3-S, the 24MP full-framer that Leica says is “the fastest Leica camera ever made”…

75 Years On: Where in the world is George Orwell buried?

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George Orwell died seventy-five years ago, in January 1950. But his grave lies in a most unusual place...

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

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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

Leica SL3-S Launched: New 24MP, faster autofocus, content credentials, better video capabilities

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The long-awaited Leica SL3-S arrives, following the success of the earlier SL2-S, the lower-resolution version of the SL2…. 

Too good to be true: Why the pictures of David Osborn fascinate us

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British photographer David Osborn creates his images with his camera and in Photoshop. The result is images to which the term “painterly” really fits.

Photoshop Tricks and Tips for Beginners: Adding a border around two images

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In the second article of the series, Keith explains how to customize layer size to accommodate two side-by-side images in a single composition.
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The fall of Olympus or a bright new start?

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What does the sale of the Olympus camera division tell us about the state of the industry and the future for micro four-thirds?

Panasonic announces the Lumix S Series

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Panasonic announces two new full-frame mirrorless cameras based on the Leica L-Mount, the S1 and SR1

Leica SL v Panasonic Lumix S1: Temptation for Leica fans

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The new Panasonic Lumix cameras offer temptation to Leica users, but is it sensible to go for a used SL or a new Lumix S1 or S1R?

Panasonic adds to the Leica DG lens series with three new zooms.

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Three new hybrid zooms will be added to the Panasonic Leica DG lens range during 2017. Together with the existing long zoom and the superb fast primes, the line-up is now comprehensive and competitive.

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Macfilos is just a hobby? Not this week, thanks to the Swiss Roll

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Mystery photographs from 70 years ago: Left in a camera, undeveloped. Thanks to the BBC and an army of volunteers throughout Europe, we are homing in on the identity of the Munich couple and their dog...

Three new compact Sigma primes for L-Mount

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Since the formation of the L-Mount Alliance in 2018, there has been demand for lighter and smaller system lenses, particularly to suit cameras such as the Sigma fp and Panasonic S5. Now Sigma has added to it's Contemporary range with three keenly priced primes...

The John Robert Young Leicas: A regretted decision to sell

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Famous photo-journalist John Robert Young did something we have all done: He sold a cherished object and then regretted bitterly. Can we possibly find John's Leica M6 Classic and his M6TTL, both engraved with his name on the top-plate?

Our Swiss Roll mystery photo hunt featured on BBC

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William Fagan's mystery roll of Leica film which featured in our Swiss roll feature on September 11, has been...

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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.

First Impressions: Leica Looks vs Fuji Film Simulations:

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Mike discusses his newfound interest in in-camera processing, comparing Fujifilm GFX100RF's film simulations with Leica Looks, ultimately appreciating the quality and detail of both systems’ photographic outputs.

Chicago Avenue with a Leica M246 Monochrom

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James Rice discovered that Chicago Ave is a street that has many shades and contrasting images. It's a street in transition from traditional neighborhoods to the gloss of new gentrification. What often remains in the shadows is stubborn examples of poverty that never seem to go away.

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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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