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MrLeica.com (Matt Osborne) Leica Blog & Film
Leica Blog + Film Cameras LEICA. LENSES. CAMERAS. WORKSHOP. WEDDING. PRESETS. FILM WELCOME! THANKS FOR STOPPING BY! Are you here for lens reviews, film camera reviews or just anything Leica? I love to teach photography so blogging & YouTube helps me do so. Looking for a friendly like minded community? Join us on Patreon! Need…
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🔴 MrLeica – December 2023
🔴 MrLeica Monthly Recap – December 2023 Monthly Newsletter Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and hopefully a source of inspiration! Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Coming up.. Hi! I started the blog back in 2013 sharing…
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🔴 MrLeica – November 2023
🔴 MrLeica Monthly Recap – November 2023 Monthly Newsletter Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and hopefully a source of inspiration! Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Coming up.. Hi! I started the blog back in 2013 sharing…
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🔴 MrLeica – October 2023
🔴 MrLeica Monthly Recap – October 2023 Monthly Newsletter Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and hopefully a source of inspiration! Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Coming up.. Hi! I started the blog back in 2013 sharing…
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Leica SL vs SL2 vs SL2-S Comparison
Leica SL2-S vs Leica SL2 vs Leica SL (Comparison) Are you looking to buy a Leica SL series camera? Here is a comprehensive comparison review; Leica SL vs Leica SL2 vs Leica SL2-S to help you decide. Full frame mirrorless Leica camera The iconic full frame Leica camera is a Leica M rangefinder camera. If…
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Pentax 67 + Printing negatives in the darkroom!
Pentax 67 portraits + Printing negatives in the darkroom! In this article I share some Pentax 67 portraits and how I printed a few of the negatives in the darkroom. We discuss printing vs scanning and Pentax 67 alternative cameras if you are looking for a 6×7 medium format film camera. Mamiya RZ67, Plaubel Makina…
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$14K Lens – Worth it? Leica Noctilux 75mm f1.25
$14K Lens – Worth it? Leica Noctilux 75mm f1.25 Ever wondered how good a $14K camera lens is? The Leica Noctilux-M 75mm f1.25 ASPH lens is THE most expensive current production Leica M mount lens. A US photographer visited me in London for one of my 1:1 Leica workshops and I had a chance to…
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Leica Summilux 50mm f1.4 ASPH II + Rotterdam Workshops
Leica Summilux 50mm f1.4 ASPH II + Leica Workshops Rotterdam This month I was invited to The Netherlands to run a 2 day Leica workshop in Rotterdam. One of my students lent me the new Leica Summilux-M 50mm f1.4 ASPH II lens to review. I was excited to try it out and do a 50mm…
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🔴 MrLeica – September 2023
🔴 MrLeica – September 2023 Monthly Newsletter Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and hopefully a source of inspiration! Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Coming up.. Hi! I started the blog back in 2013 sharing my stories,…
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Best Bag For Leica Q, M, SL, CL
Best Bag For Leica Q, M, SL, CL Are you trying to find the best bag for your Leica Q3 or Leica M11 camera? There are lots of nice bags for Leica cameras available but here I share my replacement to my Billingham camera bag and Lowepro camera backpack. Today we cover Wotancraft camera bags…
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Voigtlander 28mm 2.8 Skopar | New Leica EDC Lens
Voigtlander 28mm 2.8 Color Skopar Review | New Leica EDC Lens Great news! 3 versions of the new Voigtlander 28mm 2.8 Color Skopar lens just landed! I’m excited bring you a detailed comparison review of the Typ I and Typ II lenses for Leica after receiving them to test pre-launch. Each lens has pros and…
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Leica Q3 vs Q2 vs Q Comparison + Flash
Leica Q3 vs Q2 vs Q Comparison + Flash With the release of the latest Leica digital camera, here is a detailed Leica Q3 vs Q2 vs Q comparison. Are you sitting on the fence trying to decide which Leica Q series camera could be best for you? Perhaps you already have a Leica Q…
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Leica Workshop, Vegas! Leica Q3, M11, CL
Following my recent Leica workshop in Las Vegas (and California) I share some of the photos and videos from the trip to America.
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🔴 MrLeica – August 2023
🔴 MrLeica – August 2023 Monthly Newsletter Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and hopefully a source of inspiration! Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Coming up.. Hi! I started the blog back in 2013 sharing my stories,…
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🔴 MrLeica – July 2023
🔴 MrLeica – July 2023 Monthly Newsletter Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and hopefully a source of inspiration! Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Coming up.. Hi! I started the blog back in 2013 sharing my stories,…
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Full Model Photography eBook – Progress Update & Useful Tips
As asked for, here are the answers to your most requested model photography topics!
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🔴 MrLeica – June 2023
Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and a hopefully source of inspiration!
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Leica Workshop in Spain (+ X2D, Makina 67, Sigma 85mm..)
Requested Leica workshop in Spain (model photography) included a 100MP Hasselblad X2D, Leica SL2, Sigma 85mm 1.4, Leica Summicron-SL 35mm f2, Makina 67!
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Voigtlander 75mm f1.9 Ultron MC + SC
Everything you need to know about the Voigtlander 75mm f1.9 lens for Leica M. Single coated (SC), multi-coated (MC) + Alternative 75mm lenses for Leica
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Hasselblad X2D vs Leica (Workshop)
Thanks to one of my loyal Patreons I bring you this first impressions review of the new 100MP Hasselblad X2D medium format digital camera vs Leica.
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Leica M11 vs M11M Monochrom Workshop
Leica M11 or Leica M11M Monochrom camera? How do they compare? A student brought both cameras to my London Leica workshop so here they are side by side!
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🔴 MrLeica – May 2023
🔴 MrLeica – May 2023 Monthly Newsletter Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and a hopefully source of inspiration! Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! New format continues for May 2023 Hi! I changed the newsletter format to…
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Light Lens Lab Cooke Speed Panchro II 50mm f2
I just bought the new Light Lens Lab Cooke Speed Panchro II 50mm f2 for Leica. This is a brand new old lens so for anyone like me that has a preference for using classic lenses you’re going to love it!
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Why Glamour Photography? (15 Types of Portrait Photography)
Portrait photography is a very broad term so in this article I cover 15 sub-genre of portrait photography. Which category does your portraiture fall into and how did I end up becoming a glamour photographer as a lifelong introvert!?
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🔴 MrLeica – April 2023
Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – Photography related posts and videos, upcoming events and a source of inspiration!
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Lightroom Presets – GAME CHANGING!
It’s been YEARS since I’ve tried to develop a RAW file directly through Photoshop. What happened today showed me how much I rely on Lightroom Presets
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Cheap Autofocus Lenses for Leica
Budget autofocus lenses for Leica cameras: Panasonic Lumix 50mm f1.8 lens to the Sigma 45mm f2.8 DG DN. Low prices used + new economy Leica Summicron lenses
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Leica Portrait Photographer: Best Leica Camera for Portraits
UK Leica portrait photographer – After using all Leica cameras I have a good understanding of what is the best Leica camera for portraits / portraiture
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Leica Street Photography Code: 55 Tips to Protect You & Your Camera
This article gives you a recommended Leica street photography code of practice. If you saw my recent YouTube video I gave my top 10 tips to not putting your Leica camera at unnecessary risk to theft. The feedback from the video was overwhelming so below I share my 10 tips and then 45 valuable suggestions…
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🔴 MrLeica Newsletter – March 2023
🔴 MrLeica – March 2023 Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – A summary of Leica posts and videos you may have missed, upcoming events and useful info. Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Recap from February The February newsletter is the first…
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Best 90mm Lenses for Leica Cameras (LTM+M+R+L)
What is the best 90mm lens for Leica? Here I give you information + sample photos for most 90mm lenses for Leica cameras. 90mm lenses for Leica M, R, LTM, L.
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Leica R Mount Cameras (+ Lenses) (Leica SLR)
Leica SLR cameras: An introduction to the world of Leica R mount cameras and Leica R lenses. Some of my favourite Leica R cameras + Sample photos
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Leica is better? Why photographers prefer Leica cameras (Digital)
Understanding WHY Leica is better? I asked the question on YouTube why photographers prefer Leica cameras (Digital*). Here are the results!
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Problems with Leica Cameras
Problems with Leica Cameras Following my YouTube channel poll here are the most common problems with Leica cameras. These are the top 12 problems reported by Leica photographers + 3 additional issues that frustrate me. Note. Leica M camera problems From reading the YouTube viewer comments it looks like many Leica camera problems on this list…
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🔴 MrLeica Newsletter – February 2023
Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – A summary of Leica posts and videos you may have missed, upcoming events and useful info.
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Photography inspiration: 23 hacks for taking more photos
Following my YouTube poll, 46% of photographers struggle more with photography inspiration than anything. 23 photography hacks/ tips that keep me inspired.
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Most Accurate Rangefinder Camera? (Effective Base Length, EBL)
Best Rangefinder Camera? Calculate: EFFECTIVE BASE LENGTH (EBL) = Base Length (distance between the 2 windows on your camera) x Magnification
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Who is MrLeica? (aka. Matt Osborne)
Who is MrLeica? What is his background? What cameras does Mr Leica use? What does MrLeicaCom photograph? All you need to know: UK photographer Matt Osborne
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🔴 MrLeica Newsletter – January 2023
Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – A summary of Leica posts and videos you may have missed, upcoming events and useful info.
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Is a Leica iii Good? Pros, Cons + Leica iii Portraits (Models)
Is a Leica iii good or should I get a Leica M camera? Pro, Cons + Leica iii Portraits with Leica iia, iiig, iif, ic, if, Leica I Standard cameras
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MrLeica – Leica Photowalks 2023
A sample of my non-model photography images from various Leica photowalks this year: Budapest, Gdansk, Spain, Warsaw, London photowalks *100% film!
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Career Change + How to Make Money with Photography in 2023
If you saw my lastest YouTube video you’ll know about my drastic career change. How will I make money in 2023? Luckily I wrote a new eBook to explain!
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Leica M9: Still King of Colour? + Leica M9 Presets for Lightroom
Pros and cons of the Leica M9 camera in 2022/2023 (still worth it?), Leica M9 vs Leica M9-P differences and my new Leica M9 presets for Lightroom.
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🔴 MrLeica Newsletter – December 2022
Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – A summary of Leica posts and videos you may have missed, upcoming events and useful info.
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9 Leica Workshops in 29 Days – The Highlights!
For October 2022 I hosted photographers from Mexico, Arizona, NYC, San Francisco, Germany and the UK for Leica workshops. Leica Qs, Leica M11 and more!
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My Top 10 Leica Lenses for Soft Dreamy Portraits + 5 Secrets for Zero Editing
I enjoy Leica portrait lenses that help me create soft dreamy photos requiring zero editing. My top 10 lenses suitable for Leica M mount
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🔴 MrLeica Newsletter – November 2022
MrLeica Newsletter – November 2022 Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – A summary of Leica posts and videos you may have missed, upcoming events and useful info. Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Recap from October October was my busiest month to…
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Is Leica Worth It/ Worth the Money?
Is Leica Worth It? Are Leica Cameras Worth the Money? The common question I receive, is Leica worth it? Let me ask you this. When did you last buy a digital camera, enjoy using it for 7 years (in my case) and sell it for a few hundred pounds profit? Never? Welcome to Leica! This…
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Leica Club – Join the Club!
Leica Club – Join the Club! Are you a proud Leica camera owner looking to celebrate your purchase? Welcome to to the Leica Club! I thought we should mark this important milestone with a special Leica Club Welcome Pack. (You finally purchased a Leica camera, treating yourself, after years(?) of lusting after one!) *This is…
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Leica M3 Portraits with Vintage Nikkor S.C 50mm f1.4
Nikkor S.C 50mm f1.4 for Leica (LTM)(Nikon-S) Review + Female Portraits + YouTube Nikkor S.C 50mm f1.4 review (LTM + Nikon-S), comparing the Japanese Sonnar lens to other vintage fast 50mm lenses. How to adapt the lens to Leica cameras (Leica M and Leica iii), Leica M3 portraits and sample photos with other cameras. (*aka.…
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🔴 MrLeica Newsletter – October 2022
MrLeica Newsletter – October 2022 Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of the monthly MrLeica newsletter – A summary of Leica posts and videos you may have missed, upcoming events and useful info. Features First time here? Get your Blog Insider perks! Recap from September Another month gone in a flash!…
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Visit London for a UK Leica Workshop
Have you always wanted to visit London but lacked a good excuse? Master your camera with one of my UK Leica workshops. (The photographing beautiful models is optional!)
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Leica M240 – Should you buy a 10 year old digital camera?
September 2022 is the 10 year anniversary of the digital Leica M240 camera. Released in September 2012, should you buy a 10 year old digital camera in 2022? Comparisons to the Leica CL, Leica SL and Leica Q plus some of my favourite Leica M240 model portraits!
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Best 50mm Lens for Leica M Camera x20 (Leica M3 Female Portraits)
A new Leica M3 photographer contacted me from Singapore to request a Zoom call to discuss the best 50mm lens for Leica M cameras. I thought it might make an interesting YouTube (and blog) topic. Here are my 10 most used 50mm lenses on my Leica M3 camera(s) with sample photos plus 10 more 50s.
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Voigtlander Bessa Series Comparison (x12 Versions)
Can’t afford a Leica M film camera? Trying to decide what is the best Voigtlander Bessa camera? This article compares all 12 Bessa film cameras and gives details on each model. Pick the best Bessa for your needs. YouTube video reviews included!
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🔴 MrLeica Newsletter – September 2022
MrLeica Newsletter – September 2022 Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friend! Here is the latest edition of my monthly MrLeica newsletter – A summary of Leica posts and videos you may have missed, upcoming events, useful info and anything else I think you might like. Features Recap from August New Updates YouTube Videos from August New…
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Cheap Leica Alternative: Soviet Kiev 4a Camera
Not everyone can afford to buy expensive Leica cameras. If only their was a cheap Leica alternative? Wait a minute, there is! The Soviet Kiev 4a camera (and similar Kiev 35mm cameras).
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1-Click Editing: Leica Q Presets for LR
After 2 months of owning my Leica Q camera I now have my final 4 most used Lightroom presets to share. If you want to speed up your photo editing process these Leica Q Lightroom presets are for you.
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Leica Portraits with Lightroom Presets for Lumix G Cameras
After developing Lightroom presets for my Panasonic Lumix GX80/85 and GX880 cameras I found they work great with my Leica RAW files too!
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Newsletter – August 2022
Hi friends! Here is the latest edition of my monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts and videos you may have missed, events, news & updates
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7Artisans 28mm 1.4 vs Leica Q
Looking for a Leica Q alternative? If you use Leica M or SL series cameras I might have the answer! The affordable 7Artisans 28mm f1.4 M lens.
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Leica Q2 Monochrom Presets & Portraits
Comparing the Leica Q2 Monochrom vs the Original Leica Q Typ 116 including model portraits and Leica Q2M presets.
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Voigtlander 75mm F1.5 Nokton Portraits
What is the best Voigtlander portrait lens for Leica? My usual answer is the Voigtlander 75mm f1.5 Nokton. Here are some example photos!
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Newsletter – July 2022
Hi friends! Here is the latest edition of my monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts and videos you may have missed, events, news & updates
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Leica SL vs CL vs M240 vs S5
Why to buy the digital Leica SL camera in 2022! Comparing the Leica SL vs CL, M and Lumix S5 cameras + Photos with M, R, SL, LTM, L lenses!
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7Artisans 35mm f1.4 Smashes Nokton 35mm f1.4
Wow! Cheap Chinese 7Artisans 35mm f1.4 smashes Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f1.4 in my test! Full details below.
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Girls on Film (x70!)
Female portraits shot on B&W film using various 35mm cameras. (Full res!)
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Newsletter – June 2022
Hi friends! Here is the latest edition of my monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts and videos you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of. I hope you enjoy it! Matt
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Contax T2 Review (Premium P&S) Worth It?
The fashionable over-hyped over-priced 35mm point and shoot film camera. Contax T2 review and photos comparing to Leica (+YouTube)
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Voigtlander Bessa R2C Review
Voigtlander Bessa R2C review (Contax mount Bessa camera) + lenses, cheaper alternatives, Bessa R2S, full res sample images & YouTube!
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Film Wedding Photographer UK
Film wedding photographer UK – what is the best film camera for wedding photography? I list my favourite 35mm and medium format film cameras.
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Chinese Noctilux! TTArtisan 50mm f0.95 Review
The Chinese Leica Noctilux and why I love this lens! TTArtisan 50mm f0.95 lens review to accompany YouTube review + Full res sample photos
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TTArtisan 28mm f5.6 lens Leica
Sharing my experience of the TTArtisan 28mm f5.6 lens (copy of the legendary Leica Summaron 28mm f5.6). 28mm portraits, film & digital.
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Newsletter – May 2022
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features Recap from April New Updates YouTube Videos from April New Blog Posts UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon, Zoom Calls & More May…
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Sigma Lenses For Leica
Sigma Lenses For Leica Looking at Sigma lenses for Leica cameras. Specifically L mount lenses from Sigma. This article gives an overview on what Sigma offers to Leica users and does a deep dive on two lenses for YouTube . Sigma 24mm f2 DG DN and Sigma Art 50mm f1.4. Does Sigma make Leica lenses?…
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Newsletter – April 2022
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features Recap from March New Updates YouTube Videos from March New Blog Posts UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon, Zoom Calls & More April…
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Newsletter – March 2022
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features Recap from February YouTube Videos from February New Blog Posts UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon – Zoom Calls & More March 2022…
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Newsletter – February 2022
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features Recap from January YouTube Videos from January New Blog Posts UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon – Zoom Calls & More February 2022…
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Romania Trip / Models 2020
Romania Trip & Romanian Models 2020 Photo Trip Blog Diary (Written March, 2020) Summary of my first photography trip to Romania for model photography. Leaving with mixed emotions.. After 2.5 days in Romania I leave the city of Cluj (Cluj-Napoca) with mixed emotions. Beautiful city and beautiful people but at the same time so difficult.…
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Newsletter – January 2022
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features Recap from December YouTube Videos from December New Blog Posts UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon – Zoom Calls & More January 2022…
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Leica SL Lightroom Presets
Leica SL Lightroom Presets Download Finally I bring you my 4 favourite MrLeica Adobe Lightroom presets for the Leica SL camera. I say 4 and as like my Panasonic Lumix S5 LR preset pack, I could not chose 3 so the download bundle is 3+1 free (4)! NEW! 4 Lightroom presets for the Leica SL…
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Voigtlander Heliar 50mm f1.5 Review (VM)
Voigtlander Heliar 50mm f1.5 Review (VM Classic) + YouTube The Voigtlander Heliar 50mm f1.5 Classic is the new Voigtlander lens for Leica M mount, released September 2021. Following my YouTube review of the 50mm Voigtlander Heliar Classic 50mm f1.5 lens here is a written post with more photos from my trip to Poland and additional…
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Leica R Lenses Review (On Film & Digital)
Leica R Lenses Review & Photos Leica R lenses review – my complete guide to the amazing Leica R lenses I use on digital and film cameras. Using Leica R lenses for photography with full res sample photos from Leica SL, Leica M240 and Panasonic Lumix S5. For film I use Leica R film cameras;…
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Voigtlander APO-Skopar 90mm f2.8 Review
Voigtlander APO-Skopar 90mm f2.8 Review The new mid-telephoto lens from Voigtlander! The Voigtlander APO-Skopar 90mm f2.8 VM lens (Leica M mount). I had the chance to test the lens during my recent trip to Poland so here is my mini Voigtlander 90mm APO review. New 90mm lens for Leica M cameras Hi friends! I’m excited…
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Newsletter – December 2021
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features November – Recap November – YouTube Videos UK Workshops Overseas Workshops / Travel Patreon – Group Zoom Calls & More December –…
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Newsletter – November 2021
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features October – Recap October 2021 YouTube Videos UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon – Zoom Calls & More October – Coming up! October…
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Newsletter – October 2021
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features September- Recap September 2021 YouTube Videos UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon – Zoom Calls & More October – Coming up! September –…
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Tenerife Photoshoot – 2018
Tenerife Photoshoot (Polish Model) 2018 Photoshoot Blog Diary (Written May, 2018) Blog Diary My first model photography trip to Tenerife was in September 2017 which was just me and Lindsay. I then went again in January 2018 in a small group. After the first two trips I felt the photos were generally better when I…
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Poland Models – 2019
Poland Models – 2019 Poland Blog Diary (Written September 2019) September is normally busy for me for photoshoots as I try to catch the end of the summer and warm weather. A couple of weeks ago I was in Ukraine and Hungary and it was still really warm, mid 30s and humid. Now I fly…
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Newsletter – September 2021
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features August- Recap August 2021 YouTube Videos UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon – Zoom Calls & More September – Coming up! August –…
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Large Format Photography – Beginner’s Guide!
4×5 Large Format Photography – Beginner’s Guide! Despite loving small 35mm Leica film cameras, I also enjoy large format photography. In this beginner’s guide I cover my three 4×5 large format cameras, Intrepid 4×5, Sinar F2 and Pacemaker Speed Graphic with Aero Ektar lens. Use the large format photography kit list below to get started…
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Newsletter – August 2021
Free Monthly Newsletter! Hi friends! Here is the new monthly MrLeica.com newsletter – A summary of posts you may have missed, upcoming events, useful information and anything else I can think of! Features July – Recap July 2021 YouTube Videos UK Workshops Overseas Workshops Patreon – Zoom Calls & More August – Coming up! July…
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Leica R6 vs Nikon FE2 Shootout (Kodak Vision3)
Leica R6 vs Nikon FE2 Shootout (Kodak Vision3 500T Portraits) + YouTube Have you ever wondered if the more expensive Leica R6 camera produces “better” (subjective I know!*) photos than the lower priced Nikon FE2 camera? I was interested for my own photography so I set about organising two model photo shoots where I could…
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Lumix S5 Lightroom Presets (Leica Look Portraits)
Lumix S5 Lightroom Presets (Leica Look Portraits)(x40) Following my Panasonic Lumix S5 review I did for YouTube, here are a series of sample photos using my Lumix S5 Lightroom preset pack. I have used the S5 Lumix with Leica L mount lenses, Leica M mount lenses and Leica R mount lenses so here are examples…
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Budget SLR Camera Portraits (x40)(Nikon F80 + Minolta X300)
Budget SLR Camera Portraits! (Nikon F80 + Minolta X300) (Polish Girls 2020)(x40) Here I share images taken with a budget SLR camera – Minolta X300 and Nikon F80, next to a few portraits with rangefinder cameras. (You can find the Minolta X300 review and Nikon F80 review linked below). I know this blog is Leica-centric…
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Voigtlander Bessa R Review (Screw Mount)
Voigtlander Bessa R Review (Leica Screw Mount Camera) A short write up / Voigtlander Bessa R Review with example images to accompany the YouTube video I shared for this 35mm film camera. Looking for a modern Leica screw mount camera? Did you know that such a thing even existed!? The Leica thread mount (“LTM”) or…
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Voigtlander Ultron 35mm f1.7 Review (VM)
Voigtlander Ultron 35mm f1.7 Review (VM for Leica) ASPH Following my recent YouTube video here is a write up with example photos of that same Voigtlander Ultron 35mm f1.7 Review. This lens is so good I had to buy a copy! (This lens is the later Leica M mount ASPH lens and not the early…
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London Leica Workshop (US Photographer)
London Photography Workshop (Leica Workshop)(Client from the US!) Write up for one of my London Photography Workshops (Leica Workshop) to give more detail as to what is included + plans for a download Leica photography workshops If you have searched around on my MrLeica blog pages you may have seen that I teach Leica photography…
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Nikon F4 Review
Nikon F4 Review (+ Nikon F4 vs Leica M3) A mini Nikon F4 film camera review comparing it in particular to a 35mm Leica M3 film camera + Nikon F4 sample photos (portraits and landscapes) Nikon F4 Camera Review Today I purchased a used Nikon F4 SLR 35mm film camera which was first released back…
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Voigtlander Bessa T Review (Best Leica M6 Alternative?)
Voigtlander Bessa T Review (Best Leica M6 Alternative?) + YouTube Video 35mm Voigtlander Bessa T Film Camera Voigtlander Bessa T review / write-up with sample photos to follow the YouTube camera review video I shared. The Bessa T offers an affordable alternative to Leica M film cameras. From the current used prices this camera still…