I can’t remember where I first came across Squarehood. I had even forgotten about the name, but one day I needed a lens hood for the long-discontinued Leica Summarit 50/2.5. Then, I rediscovered Squarehood, and rescue arrived from Stockholm.
The monochrome madness of Paul Reid, master shooter
Winner of multiple Leica Mastershot awards and the 2025 British Photography Awards, Fine Art Category champion, Paul Reid is a photographer to watch. His commitment to monochrome photography, using exclusively Leica cameras, is by no means unique, but places him in a select group of photographers active today.
Telephotography with the Leica TL2: Chasing a killer sunset shot
I don’t suppose the Leica TL2 is the first camera you’d think of pairing with a telephoto lens. Why would anyone attach that slim, svelte, silver body to the hulking black barrel of a 100-400mm zoom? Well, I did exactly that. It’s the sort of move you make if, like me, you’re obsessed with taking a certain kind of sunset photo.
Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi: Leica introduces its first international smartphone
Leica Camera AG today introduces its first international smartphone with the Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi. This premium smartphone brings Leica design language, imaging expertise and photographic philosophy into the realm of mobile photography.
Why You Should Visit Camden Lock: A historical perspective
Living in a vibrant city such as London has many benefits, not least the vast array of “attractions” and the associated photographic opportunities. However, a common fault of residents of most similar cities is a tendency to stay off the tourist trail and not rush around to those areas which are most popular. That’s why I enjoy wandering through the City of London — the old financial district — on weekends, when the businesses close and the crowds thin out. Every so often, however, I miss some interesting stuff along the way.
New Sigma Lenses: 35 f/1.4 DG II Art and 28-105 T3 Cine for L-Mount
Sigma today announces two new full-frame lenses for the increasingly popular L-Mount system. The 35mm f/1.4 DG II Art is a superfast f/1.4 prime, while the AF Cine 29-105mm T3 FF is aimed at videographers. Both are also available in Sony E-Mount. A third addition, the 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary for APS-C has no L-Mount version and is currently restricted to Sony E-Mount, Canon RF-Mount and Fujifilm X-Mount.
Leica vs. Fujifilm: How the APS-C race was won
Leica vs. Fujifilm? Many Leica customers will quietly sigh. A 64-page Fujifilm system brochure and an entire display case at your retailer, with different camera models, lenses, and accessories. The Leica fan has either never bought a Leica T, TL2 or CL, or has long since sold it again. Or, worst of all, he has his Leica APS-C gear lying unused in a drawer. The question is open: What did Fujifilm do so well with its APS system — and why did Leica fail so miserably?
A Lens that Paints: Review of the Light Lens Lab Z21 50mm f/1.5 cinema lens
I’m a longtime user of Leica M cameras and lenses. Every once in a while, a new M-mount lens comes along that doesn’t just create images; it paints them. The Light Lens Lab Z21 lens, a recreation of Pierre Angénieux’s rare S21 50mm, f/1.5 cinema lens, is just such an example.
Compact Camera Market: Is the Japanese fixed-lens boom starting a worldwide trend?
A boom in compact cameras has swept through Japan. This revival has apparently been driven by younger users, the culture of giving presents, and a desire for a different ‘look’ from smartphones, with fixed‑lens models now dominating unit sales.
Philadelphia: The signs of history are everywhere you look
The last week of December 1775 had weather that was almost identical to the same week in 2025. The wind howls in off the Delaware River. It’s freezing cold — too cold to snow in Philadelphia. Two hundred and fifty years later, my wife and I are visiting. It’s the first time we have been here, and a chance to see first hand some of the locations that have been immortalised in America’s history.
L-Mount Lenses: Exploring the world of 50mm primes for Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma photographers
The L-Mount system, jointly developed by Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma, has matured into one of the most coherent ecosystems for full-frame mirrorless shooters, and nowhere is this more evident than in the 50mm prime landscape. The alliance now spans everything from relatively affordable compact lenses to flagship f/1.2 and f/1.4 designs that can satisfy demanding professionals.
Exploring the art of abstract quadriptychs through photography
Abstract quadriptychs — what pretentious gobbledygook you might be thinking. But wait. I did not cook up this term myself. It’s an actual thing. And it means exactly what it says on the tin: an artwork comprising four panels, each of which is an abstract image. Why are we posting an article about this on Macfilos? Read on to find out.
Leica Lux Case: MagSafe leather case for Apple’s iPhone 17 integrates with the Lux Grip
Leica has introduced a leather case for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max which is designed to integrate seamlessly with the Lux Grip. The Leica Lux Case incorporates MagSafe technology and can accommodate a wide range of Apple and third-party accessories, such as wallets.
The Art of Emptiness: Marco Ronconi’s black and white photography
Italian photographer Marco Ronconi masters the art of reducing his images to what is essential. By omitting everything he believes to be unnecessary, even colour, he creates unusual wildlife images. His work is now being exhibited in Germany for the first time.
One year with the Leica Q3 43: Normal madness or the madness of the normal?
Only the other day, I noticed a copy of “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” which had apparently found its way into my bookcase through a wormhole. It was sitting there, next to my Leica Q3 43. Flipping through the pages, I came across the following rather surprising insight into my favourite camera brand, Leica: