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It’s that most wonderful time of the year: Season’s Greetings from the Macfilos team

The members of Macfilos editorial team — Jörg-Peter Rau, Jon Cheffings, Keith James, Richard Watts and Mike Evans — join in wishing you all Season’s Greetings wherever you may be.

Labour of Love: How Mike wrote 5,000 articles for Macfilos over 18 years

Editor Mike Evans has dedicated 18 years to Macfilos, authoring over seven million words, transitioning from Apple to Leica, and now leading a team of enthusiastic contributors passionate about photography.

Is the Fujifilm X-E5 a Leica alternative? Here comes the real-world review

The Fujifilm X-E5 has taken the world by storm. Is it a viable alternative for Leica photographers too? A real-world test provides the answer.

Street Art: You’ve got to look up to see what’s going down

This article emphasises the importance of exploring and appreciating street art across various neighbourhoods, highlighting its evolution and cultural significance, while encouraging people to discover art in their surroundings.

Leica’s journey to UI convergence: In conversation with Stefan Daniel and Nico Köhler

Leica's journey to UI convergence highlights challenges in balancing simplicity with demands for features. Insights from the company's philosophy and customer experience reinforce the desire for intuitive design and simplcity.

Philadelphia: The signs of history are everywhere you look

In December 1775, Philadelphia buzzed with revolutionary fervour amid harsh winter conditions. Fast-forward 250 years to reflect on that history while embracing how Philadelphia has become “The city of brotherly love.”

The art of viniculture in Lanzarote’s volcanic landscape

During a trip to Lanzarote, I unexpectedly discovered its unique volcanic wine production at El Grifo winery, showcasing how grapes thrive in challenging conditions created by past eruptions.

Best of Macfilos Photography: Editorial picks 2025

Each year, the editorial team view thousands of images, featured in the hundreds of articles submitted by our contributors. Amongst the many superb pictures we see, a handful invariably stand out. So, here are the favourite photos selected by each member of the Macfilos team.

Searching for George in the Pacific Northwest

George, my great uncle, was buried in an unmarked grave in Kelowna, British Columbia. Following my father’s request, I travelled with my wife to Vancouver to find and mark his grave. The journey included exploring some of British Columbia's attractions, photography with Leica compact cameras, leading to a poignant conclusion.

Highlights of 2025: Articles, reviews, and the Macfilos team

Macfilos has had a successful year, publishing a record number of articles and achieving significant page view growth thanks to our readers. The team explored diverse equipment and travel experiences while preparing for 2026.

Columbus Day in Chicago: Celebrating Italian Heritage

The article describes Columbus Day celebrations in Chicago, characterized by a vibrant parade with Italian flags, and numerous Ferraris.

Supporting Macfilos: How to keep our photography blog independent

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…