Tag: Brian Bowers FRPS

Not every camera has to be the latest model. On a working trip to the Italian Riviera, Fernando Toro finds the Leica SL2 more than does the job he needs it to do. And there's no buyer's remorse.

The making of Glas has taken seventeen years of painstaking work by Andrew Tobin to deliver his homage to the Isle of Skye. It was well worth the wait.

A project assessing the performance of M-lenses on L-Mount cameras leads to an unexpected outcome: rediscovering the joy of shooting with a rangefinder.

For motor racing fans, Le Mans is at the top of the list, including the Monaco Grand Prix and the Indianapolis 500. But for fans of historic Le Mans race cars, there's the Le Mans Classic. These are the images and memories from that event

Leica commemorates its centennial with global events, culminating in a celebration in Wetzlar featuring exhibitions, concerts, and special edition cameras, highlighting its rich history and impact on photography.

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.

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.

The 47th Leitz Photographica auction featured a €6.5 million bid for a camera presented to Pope Francis, with proceeds supporting his chosen charity. Notable sales included rare black-paint models.

The Leica M EV1 is a radical departure from generations of M cameras built around the rangefinder. Who is it for? How does it work? Find out more here.

Leica announced the Q3 Monochrom, a dedicated black-and-white camera featuring a 60MP sensor, advanced connectivity, and Content Credentials technology. It retails for £5,800/$7,790/€6.750, available globally from 20 November 2025.