Tag: Review

Sigma fp L: First impressions and a few unusual tweaks

The Sigma fp L is the smallest full-frame L-mount camera on the market. But it has its limitations, some of which Canadian-based Allan Dew has addressed in this article. Some mods are not for the faint of heart, but they are possible…

The Ten Most-Read Articles of the Quarter: Macfilos goes viral

The top ten most-read Macfilos articles of the last quarter cover all aspects of photography, with an emphasis on all things Leica. The topics covered include gear reviews, vintage cameras, travel photography, and the fun of learning to use a rangefinder.

Leica SL2-S: First impressions

Jonathan reports on his pre-launch experience with the new "fast" Leica SL2-S with its 24MP sensor, image stabilisation and advanced video features.

Leica I Model A: First review of the new 1930 model

January 1930 and I have just been asked by Leitz Optische Werke to review the latest version of their miniature marvel of technology, the Leica I Model A miniature camera. It is truly revolutionary. Because it uses 35mm cine film you can feed enough stock into a little steel cassette to allow up to 36 pictures without having to stop and reload. It’s also very advanced, with automatic features such as a knob that advances the film by exactly one frame at a time and cocks the shutter simultaneously.