This year, the world celebrates the 100th anniversary of a camera that revolutionized photography: the Leica I. Often called the Leica Standard, this compact 35mm rangefinder was introduced at the 1925 Leipzig Spring Fair and marked the beginning of modern handheld photography.
It didn’t just represent a technological leap -- it sparked a cultural and artistic movement.
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The Leica Q was the first Q series model to offer a point-and-shoot feel in a powerful camera. Launched in 2015, the camera has various iterations, with the Q3 being the most sought-after device of this year. thephoblographer.com »
2025-03-24 16:00
Since its inception, Leica has made an indelible impact on photography. Whether through its cameras and lenses or its Leica Galleries, the company has consistently demonstrated a passion for photography as an art form. petapixel.com »
2024-10-04 22:30
Some photography stores leave a mark on the community unlike any other. They offer a place to discuss, debate, dissect, promote, and disseminate photography to any individual—even those with the slightest interest—in the medium. thephoblographer.com »
2024-08-23 22:00
Product photography? Really? Yes, Leica lenses are fantastic for product photography. Just ask the folks over at Hodinkee! And if you're not into watching, just ask us! We've done tons of product photography using Leica cameras and lenses over the years. thephoblographer.com »
2022-12-14 08:00
Film isn’t dead yet. That’s the obvious message behind Leica digging up its roots and reimagining its storied M6 rangefinder film camera from 1984 and releasing a brand new variant in 2022. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2022-10-24 19:03
Street photography is the "thing" you think about often when you consider Leica lenses. They've been used on the streets for years before many of us were born. And they've been creating and capturing stunning photos the world over. thephoblographer.com »
2022-03-17 19:00
There are very few things that render like Leica lenses. Last year, we spent the entire year reviewing every single Leica lens that they currently sell. And with that, we found lots of different ways to cater to different crowds. thephoblographer.com »
2022-03-15 19:00
r refusing to conform. I think that’s why I love fashion photography so much. It’s all about finding your own voice, embracing the unconventional, and reaching for the stars. Combining beautiful clothing with the capabilities of the Leica SL2s makes breaking the rules all the more fun. thephoblographer.com »
2021-10-12 13:00
German business newspaper Handelsblatt is reporting [translated to English] that, as part of a restructuring process, Leica will eliminate up to 100 jobs at the company's headquarters and add up to 40 new ‘digital experts’ to push forward its smartphone and computational photography technology. dpreview.com »
2019-06-21 17:47
Is the Leica Q2 right for you? Leica recently announced the Q2, a 47MP rangefinder-style digital camera with a super-sharp, fixed 28mm F1. 7 lens. It's a heck of a lot of fun to shoot with - if you can afford the $4995 price tag - but is it right for you? Based on our time with the camera, and its specifications, we've examined how well-suited it is for common photography use-cases, including: Candid and Street photography Travel photography Family and Moments photography Landscape photography Portrait photography Video Leica Q2 for Street photography Leica cameras have been associated with street photography as well as photojournalism for generations, so it shouldn't come as much of a surprise that the Q2 is well-suited for capturing candids. dpreview.com »
2019-03-18 17:00
As far as camera makers go, Leica and Light could not be further apart. Leica has a rich photographic heritage and, at least in the minds of many photographers, stands for beautifully manufactured mechanical devices. dpreview.com »
2018-07-18 19:21
Leica Camera has announced the locations for the 2018-2019 Destination travel photography workshops: India, Colombia, Hawaii and Romania. photographyblog.com »
2018-05-03 12:30
Leica chairman of the supervisory board Andreas Kaufmann, image: Leica By way of its strategic partnership with Huawei, Leica is already involved in the development of smartphone camera technology. dpreview.com »
2017-07-28 17:53
Many street photographers have a particular camera that fits them just right. For photographer Robin Schimko, that camera is the Leica Q, and in this video he explains five reasons why he loves it. dpreview.com »
2017-05-09 16:30
Sony's surprise reveal of the RX1R III premium compact camera this morning has sent shockwaves through the photo industry. The new camera, arriving nearly a decade after the RX1R II, introduces some key improvements, some interesting changes, and perhaps even misses a few opportunities.
Around 10 years ago, the Phoblographer reviewed the Sony 28mm f2 lens. "The color rendition from this lens is very true to life with a bit of both extra contrast and saturation," we wrote at the time.
Portrait photographers have a few perfect focal ranges that they often rely on: a 35mm for environmental portraits, a 50mm for the bokeh, and an 85mm that gives a creamy background. The reason to switch between the lenses varies, but an 85mm, in today's world, is a much-needed focal range for many serious enthusiasts and professional photographers.
Global phone manufacturer Vivo teased a Zeiss photography kit and add-on zoom lens for its highly anticipated X200 Ultra smartphone. [Read More]
A 50mm lens, or a nifty fifty, is crucial in any photographer's arsenal. The focal length is perfect for various genres and offers features like sharp images with soft bokeh to enhance their subjects.
This week is all about Zeiss. We already know the company is set to launch new lenses, and new rumors are coming in every day. However, we are here to share a new leak about Zeiss' upcoming Otus lineup that has surfaced online.