New battery flight restrictions. And a self-imposed restriction of a different kind

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We don’t give much thought to batteries when we travel. But all that is about to change as airlines worldwide become increasingly concerned about...

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My friend George is dead. He had known for many months that he had little time left after his seven-year battle with cancer. But he set his heart on one last Christmas Day which he enjoyed with his family around him. Having achieved his goal, he died peacefully in his own bed on Saturday morning. 

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Living like a vampire: Landscape and the Leica Q2 Monochrom

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Monochrome photography for landscapes and mountaineering: The choice between Leica SL2 conversions, the M Monochrom and the new Leica Q2 Monochrom
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First impressions: The tiny but astonishing Leica APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH

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Mega performance in a high-quality, very compact lens: That was the objective and the Leica 35mm APO-Summicron-M fitted the bill to a tee...
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Travels with the Ricoh GR: Myanmar Part I, Yangon

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Almost three years ago our steps led us to the golden land known as Myanmar. That was before the election when the LND won a landslide victory. What was striking at the time was the people's hope for a more democratic regime…..

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Gloriana: The Queen’s Rowbarge sets forth in infinite splendour

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It’s not every day you can get a close-up...
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On the Road with the Leica Q2: Seattle, the coolest place in The Pacific Northwest

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Keith describes the third and final destination visited on his trip to the northwest coast of the United States. Seattle turns out to be not only cool but very photogenic.

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Crop zoom: How viable is digital zooming on modern fixed-lens cameras?

Fujifilm Mike Evans -
The current crop of popular fixed lens wide-angle-lens cameras...

Leica SL3-S: Odds-on favourite is now a step closer

Leica Jason Murray -
Could we see an SL3-S in the next six months? Mike believes so, and it will feature a 47MP sensor, the body and UI of the SL3, and will reintroduce the all-black visage…

Review: IDS Foldable thumb rest for Leica M

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The IDS Foldable Thumb Grip enhances stability for Leica cameras, resembling vintage designs while providing functional benefits. Made of durable materials, it caters to photographers seeking quality accessories for their gear.

Street Photography: An excursion into P.U.L.P. Fiction (Parody Using Leica Photos)

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Ever wondered whether your neighbour is an alien invader in human form? This secret organization uses street photography to discover the grim truth. Read all about it!

Leica Q3 43: Long-term review of the new fixed-lens compact. But why 43?

Leica Jonathan Slack -
The Q has been a remarkable success for Leica, which is absolutely deserved. Now we have an odd 43mm version of the original in response to calls for a longer lens...

Review: Multifunctional Protector for Leica Q3 and Q3 43

Leica Mike Evans -
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...
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Turn off the red light: My farewell to the darkroom

Film Joerg-Peter Rau - 33
An own darkroom was a dream for many photographers long ago. The author has kept working in his lab until 2022. But then he had to say goodbye - and did it with an emotional project

Leica M System: In praise of simplicity and longevity

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Judging by the rapid-fire arrival of M-mount lenses, you'd think Leica's cameras were the best-sellers. But no, the secret of the success of the M system lies in simplicity, mechanical excellence and the resulting longevity.

Colours of the American Southwest on film: Chapter three in lessons learned

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Colours of the American South-West: Erwin takes us on the third leg of his journey with the Mamiya 6

40mm Compacts: From ancient to modern with the Rollei 35 and Ricoh GR IIIx

Film Joerg-Peter Rau - 47
The film-loading Rollei 35 from 1966 and the digital Ricoh GR IIIx (2021) have more on common that it seems. For example, a 40mm (equiv.) lens and a design that puts smallness over all. Read here a comparing review of these two cameras.

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Oops…dropped my Leica from the balcony and it demolished the wall

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A keen Chinese Leica photographer, Saigon Matches on Weibo, has had a little accident with his M9. He had it perched on a high balcony in order to get an atmospheric shot with his D-Lux. Instead he got more than he bargained for when a gust of wind sent the Leica plummeting to the ground.

Leica XV: Magnificent IQ but D-Pad with a mind of its own

Leica Mike Evans -
Many cameras' D-pads perform unwanted adjustments, frustrating users. Options to disable these functions exist in some models, but Leica compacts lack solutions, prompting ideas for accessories to mitigate the issue.

Review: MacBook retina, 12in, early 2015

Reviews Mike Evans -

Deciding to buy the new MacBook was a protracted and difficult process. I sat on the fence so long it hurt. In common with the entire industry back in March, I was immediately captured by the thin format, the footprint smaller than a sheet of A4 and the brilliant retina screen which, after all, is a known quantity from MacBook Pros, iMacs and iPhones. 

RoHS Smart Watch, Gold Edition: Move over Apple Watch

Apple Mike Evans -

Just splashed out on a 42mm Gold Edition Apple Watch at a cool £8,000? Happy? Well, you could have had an even bigger golden beast, a monstrous 55mm of it, for a mere twenty quid. In fact, you could have 400 of them.  Enter the RoHS Gold Edition direct from China. A friend in Greece ordered this at a cost of €29 plus €3 shipping. What a bargain.

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10 Years of Leica Q: A photographic revolution

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The Leica Q, introduced on 10 June 2015, revolutionized fixed-lens cameras, achieving instant success with its 24MP sensor and 28mm lens, marking a significant milestone in Leica's history.

What makes Erwin want to pick up a Leica and use it to capture memories?

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For Erwin Hartenberg a Leica is the perfect aide memoire to preserve the recollections he wishes to keep.

Absolute M Beginners: How to take the first step into Leica M ownership

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Leica M cameras can be both mythical and daunting. We take a look at what it's like for beginners to enter the world of M cameras and feel confident in their choices.

Exclusive unboxing of Leica M Edition 70 at London’s Red Dot Cameras

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Ivor Cooper of Red Dot Cameras unboxes the limited Leica M Edition 70, a collectors' set including a rare camera and accessories, celebrating both craftsmanship and the art of camera collecting.

46th Leitz Auction: After 100 Years, camera No. 112 leads the way

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The 46th Leitz Auction on June 27 celebrates the Leica camera's centenary, featuring rare items including the 0 series camera No. 112 with notable provenance linked to Oskar Barnack.

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