Ten Most-Read Articles of the Quarter: The old, the new, and the non-existent
This quarter's look back takes us into the realm of speculation and wishful thinking, as well as highlighting some incredible photography. Leica dominates the lineup, but we have a couple of entries from a new player on the scene.
Vintage digital cameras are back. But some new models have become unobtainable
In this week's news round up, we hear about the fascination with compact digital cameras from yesteryear, as well as the hurdles to getting your hands on the latest and greatest kit
Lining up the Dot: The British creation that changed the face of Leica lenses
In this week's Macfilos news round, we look at British invention led to Leica's red dot lens alignment. And more....
From Nikon to Leica: I handled the Leica and fell in love. I have...
Professional photographer Jeremy Walker used Nikon gear most of his working life. Now he has sold up and opted for the Leica rangefinder. Here's why...
All GAS and Gaiters: A reflection on a distressing condition affecting some photographers
It's an affliction that most of us suffer from, one time or another, and it's difficult to treat effectively. Jon takes us through the tale of his own lifelong GAS, Gear Acquisition Syndrome, and discusses the remedies (if any)…
A Photographic Road Trip Across the Western United States: The final leg
Part two of a photographic trip across the Southwest of the United States, beginning in Colorado, brings us all the way to California. Along the way, we get to enjoy some spectacular views of the Grand Canyon.
Wetzlar Camera Auctions: Over three million for Leica Null
The fifth Wetzlar Auction fetches high prices, including over €3 = million for another Null Series prototype Barnack Leica...
APS-C cameras: The world keeps on turning after the death of the Leica CL
Leica has left the APS-C camera market with the discontinuation of the CL. But the assumption that a sensor size between Micro Four Thirds and full-frame has not future proved wrong.
The Nikon F4: An affectionate appraisal of a milestone in camera technology
The Nikon F4 was a landmark camera when first launched, featuring a host of technological capabilities in a single body for the first time. Today it seems like an excessively heavyweight beast, but it still has some enthusiastic fans.
Newberry Springs, California: Sightseeing in a suburb slowly being swallowed by sand
Newberry Springs is a small town on the edge of California's Mojave Desert. It is known as the location where the English language German film, Bagdad Cafe, by Percy Adlon was shot. Its abandoned homes, buried under sand, illustrate the power of nature to reclaim its own territory.
Infrared Photography: A beginner steps into a world where trees are white and all...
Who isn’t fascinated by pictures of white or yellow trees, blue skies and filigree clouds? Who has never heard of the "Wood effect“? And...
Leitz Auction: A selection of highlights from the June event
It will be hard to top the €14m-plus record of last year's Wetzlar Leitz Auction but William Fagan provides his selection of lots that are likely to grab the interest of collections at this year's event in June...
An Interview with Claire Thomas: Award-winning photojournalist and fine art photographer
Without the sacrifice of photojournalists willing to cover the world’s more remote regions and conflict zones, our understanding of human society would be sadly...
41st Leitz Photographica Auction: Checking the highlights for the November 26 event
William chooses some interesting and unusual lots from this month's Leitz Photographica Auction which takes place in Vienna on November 26...
Shock or Not? How I came to return to Leica
It may come as a shock after the news that I abandoned Leica in favour of Nikon six months ago. But I'm back in the Leica fold. All (or almost all) is forgiven...
