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Leica Lux Case: MagSafe leather case for Apple’s iPhone 17 integrates with the Lux Grip

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Leica has launched a leather case for iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max, featuring MagSafe integration and compatibility with accessories. Priced at £85, it enhances the Leica mobile ecosystem for photography enthusiasts.

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The Art of Emptiness: Marco Ronconi’s black and white photography

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Wildlife with a lot of emptiness and without any colour: Why the images of Italian photographer Marco Ronconi are so unique. His first exhibition in Germany might mark a breakthrough.

One year with the Leica Q3 43: Normal madness or the madness of the normal?

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The article discusses the author's experiences with the Leica Q3 43 camera over a year, highlighting its advanced features, performance in various conditions, and improvements through firmware updates.

Viltrox brings its fast, super-wide AF 16mm f/1.8 full-frame lens to the L-Mount world

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Viltrox, which joined the L-Mount Alliance in September 2025, has introduced its first L-Mount lens, a fast, super-wide angle 16mm f/1.8 prime lens, geared towards low-light landscape, architecture, and astrophotography.

L-Mount Alliance: Is an all-new system-mover camera needed to break into the big time?

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Since 2018, the L-Mount Alliance has excelled in lenses but lacks an appealing mid-range camera. Experts suggest collaboration between Panasonic and Sigma could create a desirable system mover for enthusiasts.

Leica Lens Names explained: A user’s guide

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Leica has given its lenses unique names for a long time. Learn here what Noctilux or Summicron means and why ASPH. or APO give additional information.

First Review: Why the Leica Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH matters

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Leica's new 35mm Noctilux f/1.2 is significant as the first update since 2017, featuring advanced optical technology and a design focused on usability, expanding its versatile applications for photographers.

Introducing the new Leica Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH.

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Leica Camera AG introduces the Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH., its first 35 mm M-Lens, offering exceptional imaging and versatile photography options. Available worldwide starting January 29, 2026.

The Story of Light Lens Lab: An interview with its founder, the enigmatic Mr Zhou

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A video interview with the founder of Light Lens Lab, a Chinese manufacturer producing replicas of celebrated vintage lenses, reveals the story of the company's origins and his vision for the future.

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Choosing the best camera for black-and-white photography

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If you want the most satisfying experience in shooting black-and-white images, better go for a dedicated monochrome sensor. But what are the best choices outside the Leica camp?

Camera straps with Peak Design connectors from a British manufacturer

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Peak Design’s anchor system for camera straps and the company’s range of webbing wrist and neck products have been covered in Macfilos already. The...

L-Mount Alliance: The gloves are off

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Yesterday was monster day for photographic news and none more important for the future of the industry than the announcement of the L-Mount Alliance backed by Leica, Panasonic and Sigma. Mike feels the tectonic plates a’twitching…..

Full-frame frenzy as Photokina opens its doors

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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.

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Soldiering in the Sharqiya before the birth of modern Oman

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A few months ago Flickr sprang to life and I received a curious email:  "Hello sir .. and I also...

What’s going to happen at Leica in 2021 and beyond?

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A roundup of Leica Christmas rumours: Will any of them materialise in 2021?

Decisive moments in wildlife photography Down Under

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What would Cartier-Bresson have made of modern scatter-gun burst-mode photography? Is it easier now to get that spot-on shot or is the skill of the photographer still paramount. Wayne takes a look at some impressive wildlife photography.

A year of lockdowns and a bit of optimism for 2021

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While 2020 is a year to forget for most of us, it won't be forgotten. It is now a date for the history books. But we should look forward to 2021 with a touch of optimism...

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Meandering through a delightfully damp and monochromatic Sunday in Paris

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Mark Catto discovers that the charms of having Paris all to yourself for a day are not to be undervalued or dampened by a little rain. And yes, it's still beautiful.

Voigtländer camera sells for half a million among record prices secured at the Wetzlar Camera Auction

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The WCA this year spotlit a rare Voigtländer camera from the earliest days of photography, which sold for a remarkable €500,000.

Curiosity in Decay: What abandoned items may reveal

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In Yorkshire, they say “Where's there's muck, there's brass.” What you discover many not be financially valuable, but the simple stories that can be told are well worth it and worth a picture.

Capturing the decline of industries and communities with a Leica M6

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The content reflects Ian Beesley's journey from industrial work to photography, documenting deindustrialisation in Bradford. He shares insights on using a Leica M6, emphasising the tactile nature of film photography.

Leica Oskar Barnack 2025 Award Winners

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The Oskar Barnack Awards (LOBA) are the highly prestigious photographic awards, with winners selected from over 300 submissions and judged by 120 experts in 50 countries. The winners were honoured at a celebration at the Leica headquarters in Wetzlar.

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Exploring grief and identity in Sayuri Ichida’s Absentee at the Leica Gallery, London

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Sayuri Ichida's exhibition "Absentee" explores loss, grief, and immigration through personal experiences, using her body to symbolize life's fragility. The show runs from January 17 to March 19 at Leica Gallery, London.

Ricoh GR IV Monochrome: New pocket camera dedicated to black-and-white photography

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Ricoh has launched the GR IV Monochrome camera, featuring a 25.74-megapixel sensor and advanced monochrome capabilities, priced at $2,200 in the USA and £1,700 in the UK.

2025 Tamarkin Auction highlights and insights

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The World of Leica Auctions article highlights intriguing, albeit less extravagant, items sold in the auction, such as the Detrola “400” Camera and unique lenses. The evolving marketplace continues to offer surprises for collectors who show curiosity and interest.

Highlights of 2025: Articles, reviews, and the Macfilos team

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Macfilos has had a successful year, publishing a record number of articles and achieving significant page view growth thanks to our readers. The team explored diverse equipment and travel experiences while preparing for 2026.

Comprehensive Leica firmware updates for the SL-System and Q3 Family

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Leica has announced comprehensive firmware updates for its SL-series and Q3 family cameras, enhancing performance of the respective cameras across a range of features.

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