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The art of viniculture in Lanzarote’s volcanic landscape

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During a trip to Lanzarote, I unexpectedly discovered its unique volcanic wine production at El Grifo winery, showcasing how grapes thrive in challenging conditions created by past eruptions.

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Interest in classic digital cameras is rising, prompting photographers to revisit early models, while discussions about potential collectible classics, such as the Leica X1, gain traction amid nostalgic sentiments.
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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.
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Sentinel Steam Waggon: Nothing quite like it for warming the blood

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Steam, steam, glorious steam: Mike takes a nostalgic trip back to 1931 when a meets a wonderful Sentinel Steam Waggon...
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Yosemite from the comfort of ground level

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After photographing Yosemite National Park from the air, Tom returned to earth — but with a soft landing on snow. The Leica SL proved to be more reliable than the snowchains, however.
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Cambodia, the temples, the villages through the lens of the Ricoh GR

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Cambodia holds a special alure for Jean and his black-and-white images of Angkor Wat and other temples provide a stunning angle on this fascinating country

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Panasonic introduces firmware updates for Lumix cameras: S-series and G-series

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Lumix S and G cameras receive performance and operational improves in latest firmware update. Read more…

Leica SL3-S Review: Jonathan Slack tests the speedy new 24MP full-frame camera

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Jonathan Slack reviews the latest Leica SL3-S, the 24MP full-framer that Leica says is “the fastest Leica camera ever made”…

75 Years On: Where in the world is George Orwell buried?

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George Orwell died seventy-five years ago, in January 1950. But his grave lies in a most unusual place...

Wide-angle Wonder: The Getty seen through the Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 Art

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The Sigma 14-24 mm f/2.8 Art zoom lens proves to be the perfect accompaniment for a visit to one of the world's most spectacular art museums - the Getty

Leica SL3-S Launched: New 24MP, faster autofocus, content credentials, better video capabilities

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The long-awaited Leica SL3-S arrives, following the success of the earlier SL2-S, the lower-resolution version of the SL2…. 

Too good to be true: Why the pictures of David Osborn fascinate us

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British photographer David Osborn creates his images with his camera and in Photoshop. The result is images to which the term “painterly” really fits.
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Photokina 2019 cancelled, but is an annual show sustainable?

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Moving Photokina to an annual Spring slot meant there would be two shows within seven months. However, the 2019 event has now bitten the dust and the next gathering will be in May 2020. But what of the future?

L-Mount Alliance: Samyang and Astrodesign expand cooperation to seven companies

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The five-year-old L-Mount Alliance continues to expand, particularly in the field of professional cinematography. Today, the existing five companies in the LMA are jointed by Astrodesign and Samyang Optics...

Olympus OM-D v Panasonic GH5

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Micro four-thirds has demonstrated big advances in image quality over the past five years. But it is the small size of the equipment and the speed of operation, particularly of autofocus that impresses. The the pro-level bodies such as the OM-D E-M1 and the Lumix GX5 set new standards......

Panasonic’s new Lumix S5 lightweight arrives. Four lightweight f/1.8 lenses to launch soon

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Panasonic's mini full-framer, the S5, has arrived at last. It pairs with the 20-60 S zoom as a kit and is reasonably priced here in the UK. The kit, in particular, is something of a bargain. This is the first fully-featured L-mount camera to go head to head with Sony on size and weight...

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Coronavirus: The empty seats of Melbourne

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Lockdown in Melbourne, the epicentre of the Australian fight against the pandemic. This article charts the way in which the city tackled this major emergency. It was a case of empty seats, empty places...

Macfilos is just a hobby? Not this week, thanks to the Swiss Roll

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Mystery photographs from 70 years ago: Left in a camera, undeveloped. Thanks to the BBC and an army of volunteers throughout Europe, we are homing in on the identity of the Munich couple and their dog...

Three new compact Sigma primes for L-Mount

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Since the formation of the L-Mount Alliance in 2018, there has been demand for lighter and smaller system lenses, particularly to suit cameras such as the Sigma fp and Panasonic S5. Now Sigma has added to it's Contemporary range with three keenly priced primes...

The John Robert Young Leicas: A regretted decision to sell

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Famous photo-journalist John Robert Young did something we have all done: He sold a cherished object and then regretted bitterly. Can we possibly find John's Leica M6 Classic and his M6TTL, both engraved with his name on the top-plate?

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Leica Camera Group achieved record sales in the 2024/25 financial year, driven by growth in multiple segments, innovative products, and an expanded global sales network, celebrating its 100th anniversary.

Discovering Leica’s legacy in the old town of Wetzlar

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There's more than Leica to see in this beautiful and historic town of Wetzlar in the state of Hesse, in Germany. If you're making a pilgrimage here, stay a little longer and enjoy more of what this town offers.

Celebrating musical diversity – with a medley of Leica cameras and lenses

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A front row seat at his local library, and a range of Leica gear, has enabled Keith to photograph a dizzying display of musical virtuosity, and build an extensive collection of musical portraits.

This autumn, Leitz Photographica will auction the late Pope Francis’ Leica M-A for charity: the most extraordinary lot in its history to date

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This unique Leica M-A was given to the late Pope Francis by Leica AG and will go up for auction in November at Leitz Photographica in Vienna to raise money for his personal charity. Bidding will open at 30,000 Euros.

First Impressions: Leica Looks vs Fuji Film Simulations:

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Mike discusses his newfound interest in in-camera processing, comparing Fujifilm GFX100RF's film simulations with Leica Looks, ultimately appreciating the quality and detail of both systems’ photographic outputs.

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Leica Announces its Picture of the Year 2025: A New York street image by Joel Meyerowitz

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