Introduction It’s always exciting when a new camera is announced, especially when it’s the signature camera from a legendary camera company. The Leica M10 is the latest in a continuous line of cameras which have evolved from the Leica M3, introduced...
In the high eastern corner of the United States the state of Maine hugs the North Atlantic. Rocky rugged coasts, roaring rivers with thrilling rapids, dense hardwood forests and tranquil lakes were carved by the slow descent of ancient glaciers. Today...
One topic that must be understood by the successful photographer is how to avoid blown out highlights and featureless black shadows, often referred to as clipped tones. There are times when these are desirable in an image, such as a high key image or one with...
Everyone knows the motto of the Boy Scouts of America – Be Prepared. For a photographer, being prepared means having the tools on hand to do the job: what camera and lens combination will you need to get an anticipated job done. When travelling,...
It is almost a truism that when one thinks one has finished a piece of research and put it to bed with a Viewfinder article, something additional pops up to bite one’s posterior. In this instance, my recent article on Dr. Paul Wolff ’s exhibitions...
Erwin Puts’ latest volume explores the progression of Leica 50mm lens design from the original Anastigmat/ Elmax/Elmar lenses of the Leica I to the most recent optical masterpiece from Leica, the APO-Summicron-M 1:2/50 mm ASPH. Erwin presents a thorough...
The Leica I (Model A), introduced in 1925 had been constantly developed since almost immediately after its introduction. From the very beginning it was possible to add new features to older cameras. So for example you may find Anastigmat or early...
Leica advertising to the end of 1932 speaks of the Leica’s simplicity of operation, compactness, readiness, and excellent results obtainable from the format. Here are a few examples provided by Lawrence Gubas, author of the just-published book...
In November 2009 I was living and working in the Arabian Gulf State of Qatar. My wife and I had travelled to various parts of the Middle East and we had very good reports from others who had visited Syria. The Middle East is a vast area; just as an example,...
Cuba is changing. Yet, we've discovered that the Cuban people are the same as ever - open, friendly, eager and photogenic - and they are glad to welcome American friends and visitors.In this historic and poignant time, particularly in the current...
