Camera and Lens Reviews — camera

If there was one lens and one lens only, this would be the one. Not only revolutionary in its time, but will set the stage for all future lenses. It is the first aspherical Leica lens ever made as well as a nocturnal lens and an earth shattering 1.2 f-stop. Perfectly designed in every way with its shape, size and finish. Classic scalloped shaped focusing ring. Small, subtle and well balanced on any Leica M camera. Perfectly finished in the classic anodized black. Some very few prototype examples were made in Silver chrome. What I would do to have one of those...

Leica MP3 is the perfect remake of the original 1957 MP, considered to be the holy grail of Leica cameras. Down to the finest detail with modern amenities, built in light metre and ASPH lens. Small details such as external counter, long rewind engagement lever, vulcanite style leather, triangular lugs, and frame around the windows are what sets this camera apart from any other special edition that Leica has ever made. Not to mention it includes one of the finest lenses of all production, the 50mm 1.4 ASPH in a retro scalloped focusing mount. This is a great alternative and...

I will be posting about some of my favourite collectible cameras, lenses and accessories – predominately Leica equipment. I will give my personal expertise and opinion as to why I decided to choose certain items. Interesting facts, history and details that you will find interesting and educating. I hope you enjoy my blog and please feel free to share your comments and visit my other social media sites.