Tag: Leica M4

Finding meaning, humour and lightness of heart in traditional film photography

It’s easy to take life too seriously, and even easier to do the same with photography. I took myself too seriously. But then.…

The Leica M5: Ugly duckling or the most underrated rangefinder ever?

When the Leica M5 came out in 1971, it was received with much criticism. Too big, too ugly. The built-in light metering got less praise. Even Leica collectors often ignore this ill-fated M model. We give it a try and show what the M5 is capable of.

Top ten Macfilos articles in the first two months of 2023

The most-read Macfilos articles during the first two months of 2023: New model news, M4 and older stories get a new lease of life...

Happy New Year: Macfilos Top Ten posts of 2022

A happy and prosperous New Year to all our readers. As the troublesome year of 2022 draws to a close, here are the ten Macfilos articles that kept readers most engaged through the year...

Leitz Photographica Auction: Half million record price for military Leica M4

Military green Leica M4 sells for over half a million euros at last Saturday's 41s Leitz Photographica Auction held in Vienna...

Leica M4: The story of one of Leica’s most popular rangefinders

Mike was asked for help in connection with an article to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the Leica M4. He has put together a brief history of one of the world's favourite non-metered rangefinders.....

Bursting of the bubble: Is film in its death throes? Again?

There is no let up in demand for film cameras, especially from Leica which is now the only manufacturer left. Prices of used bodies have risen to dizzying heights and some believe that the bubble is about to burst...