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Tag: Contax

Contax G System: The other rangefinder camera

Rangefinders Joerg-Peter Rau -
It was a shot-lived rangefinder option – maybe because it was too modern. The Contax G System consisted of two cameras and seven lenses. This article gives an overview of history and product range.

The M Files Jubilee: Creating the largest knowledge base for M-Mount photographic gear

Film Jason Murray -
The M Files jubilee marks 20 episodes of a unique Macfilos series. It covers third-party lenses, cameras and accessories with Leica M-Mount. Read here why these articles could be useful for you

The M Files (15): Contax Planar lenses by Zeiss, converted for M Mount

M-Mount Joerg-Peter Rau -
This review covers two Carl Zeiss Contax Planar lenses that were originally made for other camera systems but converted for Leica M Mount: The Planar 50/1.4 by Skyllaney and the Planar 45/2 by Funleader.

Mystery Bay Area society photos surface after 85 years: Film stars, automobiles and the Golden Gate Bridge

Film Bill Schmidt -
A $10 box containing over 100 developed films from the 1930s led Bill Schmidt on a quest to identify the many subjects...

Europe 1945: A family mystery solved

Feature Articles Lee Goodwin -
Mystery photographs from the end of World War II. This is one mystery that was solved by careful sleuthing...

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Review: Multifunctional Protector for Leica Q3 and Q3 43

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The new Multifunctional Protector for the new Q3 43 and the existing Q3 is a sleek sleeve which brings the benefit of an Arcos Swiss base for easy tripod mounting. But it does have two problems...

Leica’s new Q3 43 answers a demand that has grown since 2015

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Leica's highly successful Q range is extended to a unique 43mm Q3 43, offering an apochromatic view on the world as seen through the human eye...

Leica Q3 43: The camera that sees the world like the human eye

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Leica today announces a 43mm variant of the popular...

Leica M11-D: The screen that never was

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The Leica M11-D arrives and slips into a coat made for the M11. Something missing, it seems. Mike investigates the history of the screenless M digital...

Sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction: October 12 is the red-letter day for collectors

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The sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction on October 12 brings a raft of exciting collectors' items to the table.

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Leica firmware updates for M11, SL, Q3 and D-Lux bring improvements but few new features

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Leica firmware for all four camera families is updated this month. They introduce a few new features, especially for the SL3, and many improvements. In addition, bug fixes are included and, as usual, we recommend updating your cameras as soon as possible.

Leitz Photographica Auction: M Prototype sells for €2 million

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A rare prototype Leica M sold for an astonishing 2.4 million euros at last weekend's 45th Leitz Photographica Auction…

Gloss black Leica M11 with matching Noctilux-M 50 f/1.2 ASPH and leather accessories

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Leica's gloss black M11 is likely to be the object of love at first sight for many brand aficionados. And the accompanying Noctilux-M f/1.2 retro-styled light magnet, also in Leica noir, will quell the slightest hint of resistance.

Leica’s Latest Financials: Best results in company history

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Leica reveals a strong financial performance in its core Photography segment. Leica's financial results are the best in the company's long history.

L-Mount News Update: It’s a great time to be an L-Mount shooter

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New lens and camera models are adding to the appeal of the L-Mount ecosystem. This update highlights some of the most significant developments in recent months.

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