Leica Monopan 50 Review: A new era of 35mm film

The author, a long-time film photographer, discusses his shift from 35mm film to digital, but finds promise in the new Leica Monopan 50 film, offering innovative color sensitivity and versatile processing.

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Tony O’Shea and the ‘Me’ pictures: One of Ireland’s leading photographers and his quest to record everyday life

The work of Tony O'Shea, one of Irelands leading photographers, depiction everyday life in Ireland over the past forty years. His work is now being preserved at the Photomuseum Ireland.

On the Road with the Leica Q2: Seattle, the coolest place in The Pacific Northwest

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.

Living like a vampire: Landscape and the Leica Q2 Monochrom

Monochrome photography for landscapes and mountaineering: The choice between Leica SL2 conversions, the M Monochrom and the new Leica Q2 Monochrom

Travels with the Ricoh GR: Myanmar Part I, Yangon

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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Photography on safari called for a lightweight camera with a great focal-length range. Enter the 10-year-old Lumix FZ1000 bridge camera.

Quiz Time: Name Leica’s smallest autofocus L-Mount lens

It's small, beautifully formed, and flat as a pancake. What is it? It's the smallest autofocus L-Mount lens made by Leica.

A journey into personal history along the Regent’s Canal

Kevin begins his adventure exploring the historic Regent's Canal through London. He starts with a personal quest for the site of the family timber yard…

The Home of Copper: Neglected but still proud in its decay

Copper mining changed history in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Jon investigates the legacy of a forgotten industry...

Street Photography: Diptychs — three for the price of two

Historically, a diptych was a hinged, two-panel artwork. In modern usage, it can be a related pair of paintings or, even more relevant to us, street photographs.

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Full-frame frenzy as Photokina opens its doors

Rumours, rumours, rumours — and we are about to find out tomorrow if there is any substance in all this talk about a Panasonic full-frame system. Yet even if there is no announcement, a future cooperation on full frame between Leica and Panasonic, including sharing the L-Mount, is a strong possibility. Mike looks at the potential.

Juicy deals on Panasonic’s S5: Two superb lenses and a body for under £2k

Panasonic's new baby S5, the solution for those who find the S1 or Leica SL too heavy, offers great performance at an attractive price. And if you order before the end of September you get a free Sigma 45mm lens. Not much not to like about this deal...

Leica firmware updates for SL System

Leica has introduced a major firmware update for the SL system, with improvements for both videographers and photographers. The new focus point toggle is probably a minor feature but will be welcomed by many stills photographers...

Panasonic Lumix S1 at the Photography Show

The new S1 Panasonics are here. We had a look at both bodies and the three lenses at the Birmingham Photography Show this week

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Leica’s new Q2 firmware update comes like a blast of compressed air…

The Q2 now has a new suit of firmware clothes. Updating is a breeze as Mike found out. A quick blast from the aerosol banished an annoying gremlin prior to installation...

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On the shelf? You might try this lucky red Leica Q2 to give you luck and the courage to go shopping on Chinese Singles Day 2020...

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How The Marbury Lady has used her iPhone to create a successful landscape photography business in Cheshire, England

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