When Leica launched their compact APS-C sensor X1 to the market over a year ago, I was originally thrilled to discover what could be a great take anywhere camera for street photography. The F2.8 lens was a bit slow to my taste, not so much for low light as the high ISO performance was excellent, […]

Do you use your camera in automatic mode but feel that something is missing in your exposure technique ? Discover everything about manual exposure by clicking here or on the picture.

Sun rises over Rosario. It is still cool out there and a little stop for a cigarette to warm the spirits up is most welcome. (click on picture to enlarge) Leica M9 with 35mm Summilux Asph at F2.8, 1/4000, ISO200

This week, let’s go over two shots from two wonderful cities for street photography, Rome and nearby Buenos Aires. If you would like your shot to go through this colum, please read here for instructions on how to submit. If you have already submitted a shot and it has not appeared yet, it will come […]

Like master, like dog … humm. (click on picture to enlarge) Leica M9 with 35mm Summicron IV at F2.0, 1/750, ISO200

Elections are getting closer and parties are already in the street trying to convince the electors. While the political debate seems to passionate many citizens, some remain immune to the arguments. As long as there is food in their plates of course.  (click on picture to enlarge) Leica M9 with 50mm Summicron at F4.0, 1/250, […]

When assessing a lens or camera performance, sharpness often tops the list in the buying criteria of photographers. Yet is sharpness actually all that important ? Click here or on picture to discover the full article. Leica M9 with 50mm Summicron at F2.8, 1/500, ISO200

After me (“después de mi”), who took my place ?  (click on picture to enlarge) Leica M9 with 50mm Summicron at F2.8, 1/250, ISO200

Imagine you just spotted a great street scene. It is now time to raise the camera to your eyes and snap. Click! The shot is in the box, easy isn’t it ? Unluckily, street photography is much more difficult than it appears as many variables come into play in a split second for a given […]