Discover the unparalleled world of Leica, where precision engineering meets artistic expression. This category explores Leica cameras, lenses, history, and their role in shaping the art of photography.
As a new or even experienced Leica M user, you’ve probably been frustrated by finding the camera is difficult to focus quickly and setting exposure difficult as well. I’ve had a Leica M for about 5 years, and when I first got into Leica I was frustrated with them too,...
Model Number 11145 46mm Filter Thread F3.4 to F16 Apature Range Four Low Dispersion Elements One Double Sided Aspherical Element Angle of View [diagonal/horizontal/vertical] 90°/80°/50° (when used on a 35mm sensor or film camera 8 Lenses in 7 groups With the manual focus, you can focus as close as 70cm...
The Leica MP rocks. Technically, this 35mm film camera is built to be tough, simple, reliable, and to be that photographic companion for the lifetime of the owner. This is going to be a camera review without sample pictures. Why? This is purely a mechanically driven metal box, the pictures...
It is funny, when we receive promotional or items like this from Leica, they tend to arrive better packed than expensive lenses and cameras from other manufacturers. That was what the dealer at the camera store told me when I bought the Leica Travel Mug. Key features include: Made in...
After testing, I am confident to say this lens is sharp all the way from F2.8 to F16 and only falls over when you each F22. My test wasn’t exactly scientific. I’m not a pixel peeper. I don’t buy lenses just to test them. I buy lenses to use them....
Kodak Portra is a professional level film admired for it’s high level of detail from a very fine grain, smooth, natural colours but still with a bit of punch and richness, open shadows without crushed blacks and for being hard to blow out highlights. All this makes for a beautifully...
So…I got to try a Noctilux! But unfortunately only for 1 hour. The Leica Noctilux is the lens most Leica users strive for. At nearly $A15,000 new, this is a 50mm price F0.95. Yep, thats right, F0.95. I don’t techically know how a lens can go below F1.0 (which is...
In 2012, a Zero series (0-Series) Leica camera sold for €2.16 million. It included an F 3.5 50mm lens. The 0-Series were prototypes before the higher volume production of the Leica 1 series. Only 25 were ever produced, all with little tweaks and variants for experimentation around 1923, currently there...
Leica is more than a camera brand—it’s a legacy of innovation and craftsmanship that has redefined the art of photography. Renowned for their meticulous engineering, iconic design, and exceptional lenses, Leica cameras have been the choice of legendary photographers and photojournalists for generations. In this category, we delve into everything Leica, from detailed reviews of their latest digital models, like the M11 and Q3, to the enduring allure of their analog masterpieces, such as the M6. Explore the unparalleled image quality of Leica lenses, celebrated for their sharpness, character, and bokeh.
Learn about the history and philosophy behind Leica, from its origins in Wetzlar, Germany, to its influence on modern photography. We’ll also cover tips for shooting with Leica cameras, insights into their unique rangefinder system, and stories of photographers who have used Leica to document history. Whether you’re a seasoned Leica user or curious about what makes this brand so revered, this category offers inspiration, knowledge, and a deeper connection to the Leica experience. Celebrate the intersection of art, engineering, and storytelling with Leica—where every shot is a masterpiece.
