March 2023

The Leica SL System is a high-end, full-frame mirrorless camera system designed for professional photographers and enthusiasts who demand exceptional image quality and versatility. The system is built around the Leica L-mount, which is compatible with a range of high-quality lenses from Leica as well as other manufacturers. In 2018 Leica formed the L-Mount Alliance, licensing Sigma, Panasonic in the same year, and DJI in 2022, to use an upgraded version of the mount for their own products, opening the way for a more extensive system of fully compatible cameras and lenses. The camera body is made from a robust, weather-sealed magnesium alloy and features a high-resolution electronic viewfinder, a 24-megapixel full-frame sensor, and advanced autofocus capabilities. [caption id="attachment_46701" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Leica SL System[/caption] The Leica SL System is highly regarded for its exceptional build quality, image quality, and versatility, making it a top choice for photographers who demand the very best from their equipment, every Leica is rather simple, they are Germans that don't like to overcomplicate things. and the Leica SL System is no different. This camera is an excellent choice...

Pushing the Boundaries of Photography Marcus Bell is a name synonymous with awe-inspiring landscapes and storytelling through photography. He is a multi-award-winning and highly acclaimed photographer whose passion for grand landscapes and fearless originality has taken him to the international space. Based in Brisbane, Australia, Marcus Bell is a master of landscape, documentary, and wedding photography. His creative and distinctive images have made him a well-known name in the global photography community, and he is a sought-after portrait and wedding photographer invited to photograph Governors, sporting legends, and international artists. Bell's journey in photography began when he was just 16 years old, and he started taking photos with his father's camera. Over the years, he has honed his skills and developed his unique style, pushing the boundaries of photography with his fearless creativity and originality. His landscape photography has been featured in several exhibitions, showcasing his ability to capture the beauty and grandeur of nature. His wedding photography, on the other hand, is a celebration of love and romance, capturing the essence of the special day with his unique storytelling approach. American Photo Magazine recognized...

There was Time. You spent it, saved it, and had either a good one or a bad one, depending upon your character and luck. If you were employed in the camera trade you might get some of it spare after Christmas to skulk around at home and avoid housework. Then you retired, and if you were lucky time started to mean nothing. Getting up was when you woke up and your knees would work - going to bed the thing in reverse. Most days contained more time than you needed  - the wise found things to fill it and the foolish just complained that they were bored. Then the pandemic stopped the commercial clock and a lot of things stopped with it. It has started again, but some things are still in limbo - small goods from small places are still an iffy proposition. But I am glad to see that at last some of the local production is ramping up to fill spots on shelves. You might not be able to buy hand-hewn Kangarooflex cameras produced in a shed in Manangatang yet,...