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Jörg-Peter’s Choice: Building a Fujifilm X system from scratch

There are many approaches to the Fujifilm X system. Our author had a brief fling with it only to come back almost ten years after. How he made his kit choices.

Choosing Fujifilm: The best APS-C system alternative to the Leica CL

The discontinuation of Leica's CL and TL lens collection has led former users to seek alternative APS-C systems, with Fujifilm emerging as a reliable choice for committed photographers.

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.

Back to Simplicity: Rediscovering the art of film photography

Paul de Kruiff reflects on the changes in photography, contrasting the simplicity and personal satisfaction of traditional methods with the automated processes of modern technology. He questions whether the magic of photography still exists.

Organise your gear with Leica’s stylish film roll holder

Leica launched a new collection of black leather accessories, including a coveted Film Roll Holder, which improved organization for carrying both film and digital equipment. Leica's team in Amsterdam made a late Christmas gift possible.

Leica vs. Fujifilm: How the APS-C race was won

A sucessful system on the one side and orphaned cameras and lenses on the other: What Fujifilm did right with APS-C – and why Leica failed to do so.

XPAN and my love affair with a quirky film format

The author recounts discovering the XPAN camera and being inspired by its wide-format capability akin to classic films. Mark has been blending his passions for photography, and his work in the cinema industry, for 25 years.

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

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.

Negative scanning: Affordable in-house solutions for film lovers

Digitising negatives or slides is something that friends of analogue photography or owners of archives often want to do in-house. This article suggest a few options.

Fujifilm Accessory Update: GFX100RF and X100VI handling, weather protection and two conversion lenses

The review highlights the accessories for Fujifilm GFX100RF and X100VI, focusing on weather protection, handling aids and the utility of X100 conversion lenses for enhanced versatility.

One-Slot Ponies: Camera industry moves towards internal storage but Fujifilm and Leica lagging

The Hasselblad X2D II offers an impressive 1 TB of internal storage, improving the shooting experience. However, many cameras, like the Leica Q3 and Fujifilm RF lack internal memory and some have only one storage slot…

First Impressions: Leica Looks vs Fuji Film Simulations:

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.