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    James Jarché — A largely forgotten former London Fleet Street press photographer

    Film David Askham -
    James Jarché — a now largely forgotten former London Fleet Street press photographer — came to fame in 1936 as the first photographer to capture the future Edward VIII and Mrs. Simpson in public. He was also the grandfather of the famous actor, Sir David Suchet…

    Meet the Praktica Family: a film camera and lens system at reasonable cost

    Other brands Ken Davis -
    The Praktica cameras from East Germany enjoyed a good reputation even in the West. Rightly so, as we see even after decades…

    My Leica III and its 91-year journey through life

    Vintage Chris Hooke -
    Photography can often be described as a journey, and this is the story of a 91-year journey for a Leica III that had been forgotten and left behind by time. I feel like I've been away from photography for a while. Like most people these days, the general state of the universe has got me down....

    Leica X1: Neglected for five years but now resurrected, and it’s as good as ever

    Feature Articles John Shingleton -
    The Leica X1 was John's passion. It became his favourite lightweight carry around camera. Then it languished unloved for five years. It's now been resurrected and it's as good as ever...

    Sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction: October 12 is the red-letter day for collectors

    Leica William Fagan -
    The sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction on October 12 brings a raft of exciting collectors' items to the table.

    Light Lens Lab’s new/old 28mm f/2.8 9E

    Leica Ed Schwartzreich -
    Light Lens Lab re-made another classic Leitz/Leica lens: The first Elmarit 28/2.8, also called 9E for its nine elements, comes with an interesting mixture of old virtues and modern improvements.

    Classic Digital Cameras: Is the revival a passing phase?

    Feature Articles Wayne Gerlach -
    Does the “classic digital” camera exist, or is the term an oxymoron? Many believe that a classic is, by...

    The Leica M5: Ugly duckling or the most underrated rangefinder ever?

    Feature Articles Joerg-Peter Rau -
    When the Leica M5 came out in 1971, it was received with much criticism. Too big, too ugly. The built-in light metering got less praise. Even Leica collectors often ignore this ill-fated M model. We give it a try and show what the M5 is capable of.
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    LEICA MOMENTS

    Review: IDS Works Leica M11 grip improves handling and ergonomics

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    Leica offers a range of handsome accessories for its...

    Davide Monteleone and Maria Gutu head this year’s Oskar Barnack Awards

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    The two winners of the Leica Oskar Barnack Awards 2024 (LOBA) are Davide Monteleone and Maria Guțu. Read more...

    Top prices at the sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction: Christo’s wrapped Leica sells for €212,500.

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    Top prices were again achieved at the sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction last Saturday.

    Leica M11 family firmware update 2.1.3 tackles bugs and improves stability

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    Improved stability and bug fixing is included in the Leica M11 family firmware update…

    Leica Q3 43 Readers’ Report: Your chance to contribute to a Macfilos review of the new compact

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    The Leica Q3 43 has come into my life, and I am loving it. Now for the Readers' Report...

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    100 years of Leica: Witness to a century (1925-2025) 

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    For Leica Camera, 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the Leica I. First presented to the public at the Leipzig Spring Fair in 1925, it was the first mass-produced Leica 35mm camera…

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