The Leica Q4: what does the opinionated crystal ball say?

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Jon Cheffings explores the Leica Q4 anticipated in 2027, but uncertainty exists regarding specifications, including sensor, processor, and handling improvements, while likely featuring incremental upgrades rather than radical changes.

Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2026: Damir Faizulin wins

Mike Evans - 0
Damir Faizulin wins the 2026 Leica Oskar Barnack Award for his Dagestan series, Laila AnnMarie Stevens takes the Newcomer prize, and Valentina Sinis receives the first LOBA Women Grant.

Photographing in ordinary time: An ode to my Leica Q3 43

Ed Lara - 4
Ed Lara explores his on-again, off-again relationship with Leica's Q series. Will the Q3 43 finally be the one camera for his street photography and documentary needs?

How your phone does the job of geotagging for your camera

Jon Cheffings - 10
Cameras have quietly dropped built-in GPS in favour of phone tethering. Jon Cheffings looks at how Leica, Pentax and others now handle geotagging, and what RTK and AI location-matching could bring next.

Leica: A rare European manufacturing success

Mike Evans - 2
he Wall Street Journal profiles Leica as a rare European manufacturing success. We pick out the threads that matter to Leica enthusiasts, from the rescue of the company to hand-built M cameras.

The M Files (31): Thypoch Simera 50/1.4 review

Joerg-Peter Rau - 11
Thypoch's fast 50mm M-Mount lens promises Leica-like handling at a fraction of the price. Jörg-Peter Rau tests its optics, mechanics, and handling against established rivals.

Steve McCurry Adagio review: A study in visual virtuosity

Ed Lara - 4
Ed Lara attends the New York launch of Steve McCurry's Adagio, a new Leica book and exhibition, and hears the Magnum photographer talk about slow looking, colour, Leica and persistence.

Barnack’s Desk: Reconstructing a mind at work

Amitava Chatterjee - 10
Manchester Leica dealer David Stephens is rebuilding Oskar Barnack's 1934 workbench object by object, from a Siemens telephone to a Montblanc pencil. Chats Chatterjee hears how the finds came together.

DxO PhotoLab 10.1 adds one-click export to Affinity

Mike Evans - 0
DxO PhotoLab 10.1, a free update, exports developed RAW files straight into layered Affinity documents. It marks the first step in a wider partnership between DxO and Canva's Affinity.

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A Leica Wetzlar visit: Insights from “Mister M”, Stefan Daniel

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A day at Leica's Wetzlar factory with Stefan Daniel, the outgoing 'Mister M', touring lens and camera production, the Ernst Leitz Museum, and hearing why film cameras never disappeared.
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Can you successfully use a Leica Q3 43 for a model shoot?

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Dan Tamarkin's Leica Palooza features workshops, street photography, and model shoots. Participants learn tips and techniques while using Leica cameras, sharing experiences, and reflecting on their photographic journeys.
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OM System OM-3 review: A retro body with flagship ambitions

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Richard Watts spends several weeks with the OM System OM-3, a retro-styled Micro Four Thirds body sharing the OM-1's sensor and stabilisation in a smaller, lighter package.
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Wetzlar Camera Auction No 8: a million-euro Leica

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William Fagan previews the eighth Wetzlar Camera Auction, from a million-euro Barnack prototype and a gold Luxus to a black paint MP, military kit and a Soviet space camera.
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Leica LUX 2.0 brings a Steve McCurry look and silver grip

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Leica LUX 2.0 shares its gallery with Leica FOTOS, adds an Artist Look by Steve McCurry and supports the iPhone 18 Pro, while a silver grip and new leather cases join the range.
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Finding light and shade in siesta time with a Leica Q3

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Exploring smaller towns in Spain reveals hidden street art and local culture. The artistic atmosphere, serene landscapes, and vibrant murals create captivating experiences, complementing the charm of leisurely discovery in the Mediterranean.
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The Doors: rainbow colours under a cloudless sky

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Choice of front door color allows homeowners to personalize their home and express something about themselves. But, how many take full advantage of the full spectrum of colors available to them? Our photographic explorer went to find out.
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Street Photography: Diptychs — three for the price of two

Keith James - 10
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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Conversations: The art of bonding with your photographic subjects

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David tells us about a chance encounter with a street crusader which proved pivotal to his photographic career...
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Review: Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro

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In June, Leica launched the APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lens, while Panasonic's Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro, smaller and cheaper, offers an excellent alternative with impressive performance for general photography.

Not a Replica of the Leica Clas­sic: The Mand­ler 7-Element 35mm f/2 re­ima­gined

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A conversation between two photographers led to discovering Mandler, a company recreating classic Leica lenses. Mandler emphasizes their lenses are modern interpretations, offering quality at an accessible price for enthusiasts.

Leica SL3-P v Lumix S1RII: All that matters when choosing between two cameras

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Leica's SL3-P, positioned as the ideal all-in-one camera, offers substantial improvements in autofocus and resolution over the SL3-S, yet may not suit all photographers’ specific needs compared to the S1RII.

Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 EVO Review: An outstanding compact prime for Fujifilm FX

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The Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 EVO lens, designed for Fujifilm, offers excellent image quality, lightweight portability, and great value at $369, despite lacking full weather sealing and a de-clickable aperture.

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Leica M9: Comeback kid status for the seven-year-old digital

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Five years ago the Leica M9 was enjoying a new wave of popularity. Even in 2021 it's still a desirable "vintage" digital Leica...

Twice to North Carolina: More fun with the Barnack Leica

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When you own "the Ferrari of cameras" it pays to attend to service and maintenance. Geoffrey Rivett found solace in North Carolia, but his 1928 Leica Model A had to make two trips across the Atlantic before it could attend a few demonstrations in London...

Rust and decay: But the Leica X2 remains forever young

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Cameras come, cameras go. But Jean believes the Leica X2 and its X1 predecessor are timeless classics. Here, he takes is beloved X2 to all the rusty spots along the promenade...

Looking back on Irish photography since 1839

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On August 17, William Fagan will present a Zoom talk on the subject of Irish photography since 1839. Here is a review, written by William, intended to whet your appetite. He hopes you will join him for the talk...