Quick links to full list of Photography Reviews.

Dear all,

this is the (forever) sticky post that provides quick access to the reviews I have to share.

You will find two types reviews: full and in brief/first-impressions on this site. Hope you find the reviews meaningful and useful.

Keith Wee

List of Reviews.

• A Leica Sofort 2 Photowalk with Lynn
• A first impressions review of the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome
• Leica M EV1 Review: A New Era of Photographic Precision for the M camera
• Unlocking portrait magic – Hasselblad XCD 90mm F2.5V first impressions review
• Kodak Charmera review – a keychain that takes pictures.
• Ricoh GR IV review – the legend continues to evolve
• Leica Summilux 50mm reissue review – the revival of a Classic
• Tekiac Ultra Slim Filters – the ultimate solution for the Leica Q3 43 and Q series
• Wotancraft Easy Rider V2 Review: 4 reasons why this is a near perfect EDC
• Leica MONOPAN 50 – First impressions review
• Exploring Singapore’s heritage – behind the scenes at Chinese Opera Studio
• Fujifilm X-E5 and XF 23mm ƒ2.8 review – the “Quiet One” steps up
• Mandler 35mm ƒ2 Lens Review: The Affordable Bokeh King
• Leica M9-P review in 2025 – the magic goes beyond the CCD sensor
• OM-5 Mark II first impressions review – your adventuring companion
• Sigma BF review – 5 key points to understand about the Bold step Forward.
• DxO Nik Collection 8 – Maximising creative potential with Lightroom Classic
• Light Lens Lab 50mm F1.5 Z21 review – The P. Angénieux S21 for modern times
• The Leica X2 in 2025 – Old is still Gold
• Sigma BF Singapore launch – a short hands-on mini review
• Voigtlander 35mm ƒ3.5 Color-Skopar Review: Petite Perfect for Street Photography
• Fujifilm GFX100RF review – Dreams do come true
• Viltrox AF 28mm F4.5 XF Review – Casual Snappy Slim for Fujifilm X-mount
• Rainforest Wild ASIA – a preview with the Leica Q3
• Light Lens Lab 50mm F2 Rigid review – Faithful to the 1960s Leica classic
• Artizlab Classic 35mm F1.4 Lens Review – a modern refresh of a Leica classic.
• The Ricoh GR IIIx HDF – a review of this perfectly imperfect camera.
• Reimagining Vintage: Light Lens Lab 28mm ƒ2.8 Lens Review
• Leica Q3 43 Review – The Peerless
• A walk in nature with the Leica Noctilux 50mm F0.95 – Practice in Serenity
• Review of the Canon R5 II with RF50mm F1.2L USM: A Powerhouse of Versatility
• Wotancraft Canteener Sling 3.5L review- the compact street photographer’s bag
• Nikon Zf and Nikkor Z 35mm F1.4: A Photographer’s 40 hours Journey in Hong Kong
• Hasselblad 907X CFV 100C Review: Everyday Carry Camera Insights
• Documenting our religious heritage: Tua Ya Pek rituals at 封玉福善墰 temple with the Light Lens Lab 8 elements on Leica M10-R
• Ricoh GR Lens 28mm ƒ2.8 LTM review: A Unique Piece of Ricoh’s History
• Meike 85mm ƒ1.4 for Nikon Z Review: Performance and Value do go hand in hand
• Pentax 17 review – 5 key points to know about this charming camera with a mission
• Nikkor Z 35mm ƒ1.4 Lens Review: Impressive Performance and Value
• Fujinon 5cm F2 LTM on M11-P review – beautiful 1950s vintage
• Godox Lux Master Flash review – Retro aesthetics meets Modern functionalities
• A first impressions review of the Meike 50mm ƒ1.8 for Nikon Z Mount
• Exploring a monochromatic journey of the National Gallery Singapore with the Ricoh GR IIIx
• Review of the Leica SL3 – elevating the SL system to the next performance tier.
• TTArtisan 28mm F5.6 Review – the pocketable companion lens
• A Photowalk with the Leica MP, Elmarit 28mm ASPH, and Luminar ISO 100 film
• Review of the Leica 50mm APO Summicron APSH – Perfection comes in Petite sizes
• Review of the 1961-1991 Leica Summilux 50mm v2 E43 on the SL2 & M10-R
• Fujifilm X100VI review – Embracing its charms and Considering its drawbacks
• 2024 Leica Summilux-SL 50mm F1.4 ASPH review – Setting the benchmark.
• Leica M11-P hands-on review – 5 key areas of improvement and why it is an ‘almost’ Perfect camera
• Environmental Portraits with the Hasselblad 907X, CFV 100C & XCD2,5/38V
• Brightin Star 12mm F2 III Ultra-wide review – Widening your creative perspectives
• Hasselblad 907X CFV I00C with XCD2,5/38V Review – The Artful camera of Inspiration
• Double O Designbook Photographer’s Bag Review – Harmonious Design in Practicality
• Voigtlander Nokton Vintage 28mm ƒ1.5 Aspherical review – fast, wide, and excellent do go together
• Datacolor Spyder X2 Elite – Consistency, Quality, and Productivity for the Content Creator
• First Impressions of the Light Lens Lab 50mm F1.2 ASPH (1966) – recreating the mythical
• Leica 28mm F2.8 Elmarit ASPH review – a little gem of a lens
• A first impressions review of the Thypoch Simera 35mm F1.4 – Vintage character with a modern touch
• Luminar Neo review – my baby steps in embracing AI-enabled editing software.
• Elegance and Performance – a photo essay of the Nikon Zf on a cycling trip
• Wotancraft Pilot Travel 2L Leather Camera Bag Review – Luxurious Practicality
• Review of the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm F1.2 – an appreciation for Heritage
• Ode to the Leica Q2 Seal – Saying goodbye in 15 photos
• Review – Voigtlander Nokton 35mm F0.9 for Fujifilm X-mount
• Portraits with the Polaroid I-2 – ‘Instant’-ly fun
• Polaroid I-2 review – Fun spontaneity goes Professional
• Brightin Star XSlim 28mm F2.8 lens review
• Leica M11 Monochrom and 50mm Summilux ASPH II review – The Use Case for the Monochrom
• Voigtlander Color-Skopar 28mm F2.8 Aspherical VM review – the Assignment lens
• Duex Max portable monitor review 2023 – Productivity Max
• Leica 50mm Summicron Rigid review – Love for a 60-year-old lens.
• Leica Q2 – Project Monochrom
• Streets of Bangkok – a visual review with the Fujifilm X-S20
• Review of the AstrHori 50mm F1.4 Tilt for Fujifilm X-mount – Uniquely ’tilt-ilating’.
• Review of the Fujifilm X-S20 – Evolution of the S(trategic) series
• First impressions of the Voigtlander 55mm F1.2 SL IIs on the Leica SL
• A peek into Bird Paradise with the Fujifilm X-Pro3
• Leica Noctilux-M 50mm F0.95 – an emotive review
• A day with the 135mm JCH StreetPan 400 film on the Leica MP
• Voigtlander Nokton 50mm F1 Aspherical VM review – Setting a new standard.
• The Leica 35mm F2 v4 Bokeh King review – the accidental King
• Light Lens Lab 50mm F2 Speed Panchro II – Reviving the cinematic classic.
• Portraiture with the Leica Noctilux 50mm F1 version 1 – A unique and enduring love.
• Review of the Leica Summilux-M 35mm ƒ1.4 ASPH (close-focusing) – Documenting Singapore’s Fishery Port
• Sony Alpha 7R V (α7RV) review – Power and Performance, but is it Perfect?
• the Fujifilm X100 in 2023 – why I still love it.
• 2023 Leica MP rangefinder review – film camera ultimate?
• Viltrox 75mm F1.2 review – In a league of its own
• Voigtlander 35mm ƒ1.5 Aspherical VM I/II for M mount – Exceeding expectations.
• Review of the TTArtisan 35mm ƒ0.95 for Fujifilm X-mount – the Noctilux for X-mount?
• Review of the Fujifilm X-T5 – Value in Tradition and an in-depth comparison to the X-H2
• Review of the Polaroid P2 Music Player – Playful funkiness
• Review of the TTArtisans 27mm ƒ2.8 for Fujifilm X-mount – Perfectly Fun.
• The Light Lens Lab 35mm ƒ2 Collapsible – First Impressions Review.
• Journeying Bras Basah Complex with Fujifilm Acros film simulation.
• Portraits with the XF56mm ƒ1.2R WR (review Part 2)
• Fujifilm Fujinon XF56mm ƒ1.2 R WR review Part 1 – making the great better.
• Tamron 17-70mm ƒ2.8 Di III-A VC RXD for Fujifilm X-mount.
• The classic endures in 2022 – Leica M240 and 35mm Summicron version 3
• A hands-on review of the Fujifilm X-H2S – Future Optimisation
• Heartachingly good – Photo review of the Leica M10 Monochrom and 35 Summilux APSH
• Fujifilm XF150-600mm R LM OIS WR Review – Reach Maximus
• Review of the Wotancraft Scout (2022) – Vintage Tech Perfected
• Portraits with the Sigma 56mm ƒ1.4 DC DN on Fujifilm X-mount – a visual review.
• Review of the Sigma 56mm ƒ1.4 DC DN for Fujifilm X-mount – fitting into the family snugly
• Reuniting with the Ricoh GR III in 2022 – a lovely affair.
• Voigtlander 35mm ƒ2 Ultron on the Leica M10 – contender to the 35mm Summicron APSH v1
• Light Lens Lab 35mm ƒ2 8 elements review on the Fujifilm X-Pro3 – A classic in the making
• The Fujifilm XF23mm ƒ1.4 LM WR review – Fujifilm’s 35mm perfected
• The Nikon Z 40mm ƒ2 review – The Tiny Performer
• Studio Portraits with the Leica Q2 Monochrom – A visual review
• Review of the Polaroid Now+ : Sensible and the most versatile instant film option.
• Review of the Leica Q2 Monochrom – Soulful Photography
• Fujifilm XF33mm ƒ1.4 First look review – the next chapter of evolution
• Evolution Apropos – The Fujifilm GFX50S II and GF35-70mmƒ4.5-5.6 First look with 3 unanswered questions
• Review of the Nikon Z fc and Z 28mm ƒ2.8 S.E – Retro Style and Substance.
• Revisiting the Fujifilm GFX100 in 2021 and what makes a trustworthy reviewer.
• Monochrome moments with the Canon RF50mm ƒ1.2L and R6
• An experience with the antique 1910 Burke & James 8×10 large format film camera
• Polaroid GO Camera review – Teeny Mini Mighty!
• The Canon R6 with RF50mm ƒ1.2L and RF35mmƒ1.8 Macro STM review.
• The Sony α7C with FE28-60mm kit in 2021 – a Visual review.
• Polaroid Now Review – Upgrade Worthy with Auto-focus!
• Review of the Fujinon XF18mm ƒ1.4 R LM WR – A Love Rekindled
• Review of the Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm ƒ2.8 S – designed for Optical perfection.
• Review of the Fujifilm X-E4 and Fujinon XF27mm ƒ2.8 R WR – the hidden Fujinon gems.
• The Nikon Nikkor 50mm ƒ1.2 S Review – Pure Imaging Prowess
• The Leica Q (Typ 116) with Pro-Mist filters and 4 reasons why it is still rocking in 2020.
• Nikon Nikkor 35mm ƒ1.8 S – Your daily prime
• Fujifilm X-S10 review – Strategic Evolution in Progress
• A review of eye-AF on the Nikon Z6 with the f-mount 58mm ƒ1.4G – Portrait Session with Andrea.
• The Fujinon XF50MM F1.0 – The One.
• Nikon Z5 vs Z6 – Sibling rivalry much? A review of the Z5 and the Z 24-50 f4-6.3
• Mid-term review of the Nikon Z6 in 2020 – Using it with the f-mount legendary lenses.
• The Contender II | Review of the Viltrox 33mm ƒ1.4 lens for Fujifilm X-mount. 
• 2020 review of the Paper Shoot Camera | Pretty imperfect fun. 
• The Leica 35mm Summilux FLE in 2020 Review | Optical Perfection. 
• The Fujifilm X100V User’s Review | 5 reasons why it is almost perfect and 3 reasons why it isn’t. 
• Leica M10 Review in 2020 | Not Perfect but worthy of your love.
• Romanticizing the Leica Q Titanium – a medium-term review.
• The XF18mm ƒ2 R in 2020 – Rekindling an old love. 
• The Fujifilm Instax Mini Link – 5 reasons why it is my favorite now. 
• Hands-on Review of the Profoto A1X – Shaping light can be Professional, Simple, and Beautiful.
• Is it still relevant? | A 2019 Review of the Sony A7R III camera.
• Monster Performance | A 2019 Review of the Fujinon XF200mm ƒ2 lens.
• Fujifilm X-Pro3 Review Part II: Comparing Classic Negative with Provia.
• Photography Pure | The Fujifilm X-Pro3 review Part 1. 
• Film – Kodak Ektachrome E100 slides with the Nikon 35Ti
• The Leica Typ102 X-E | The Classic X in 2019
• Part II | Battle of the Fujinon XF90mm and Viltrox 85mm lenses. 
• Bokeh in a Pocket | Review of the 7Artisans 35mm ƒ1.2 lens for X-mount. 
• The Contender Part I | Review of the Viltrox 85mm ƒ1.8 lens for X-mount.
• The Middle Child | Review of the Fujifilm Fujinon GF50mm ƒ3.5 lens.
• A medium-term review of the Nikon Df | It’s a Keeper. 
• The mini-review of the Pentax Q | the mini wonder.
• Availing the Future | Fujifilm GFX100 Review Part II
• The Inevitable | Fujifilm GFX100 with GF110mm and GF23mm full review.
• A 24-hour fling with the Sony RX1R II and comparisons with the Leica Q2. 
• The Leica Q2 Part 2 – A Visual review of the Q2 for everyday portraiture.
• The Leica Q2 Part 1 – The Q perfected? 5 reasons for it and 2 reasons why it is not perfect. 
• The Ricoh GR III review – 5 compelling reasons for it.
• The Nikon Df in 2019 – is it worthy of Nikon’s tag of ‘Pure Photography?’
• A performance review of the Fujifilm X-T3 with the XF100-400mm and XF50-140mm optics at motorsports here. 
• The Fujifilm X-T30 camera in-depth review here. 
• The Fujifilm Fujinon XF16mm ƒ2.8 lens review and 5 reasons for it here. 
• Film – The Nikon 35Ti Film camera pictorial review here. 
• The Leica Q and Q-P in 2018 in-depth review here. 
• The Xennec Cityscape Daypack 15 camera backpack review here. 
• Film – The Ricoh GR1v film camera in depth review here. 
• The Fujifilm Instax SQ20 camera review here.
• The Polaroid Originals OneStep2 camera review here.
• The Fujifilm medium format GFX50R review here.
• The Leica M Typ 240 or M240 in 2018 review here. 
• The Fujifilm X-T3 camera review here.
• The Fujifilm UWA XF8-16mm ƒ2.8 LM WR lens here.
• Film – The Leica M6 Titanium and 35mm Summicron V5 film camera setup here.
• The Fujifilm XF10 | Love that is pocketable review here. 
• Film – The Yashica T4 film camera with Fujifilm Industrial 400 here.
• The Fujifilm Fujinon GF45mm ƒf2.8 as an everyday portrait lens here.
• The Fujifilm Fujinon GF250mm ƒ4 R LM OIS review here.
• The Fujifilm Instax Wide 300 review here.
• The Fujifilm X-T100 camera review here.
• The Fujifilm Square Instax SQ6 review here.
• The Fujifilm X-H1 review here.
• A Pictorial review of the Leica CL and TL23mm Summicron here.
• The Fujion GF110mm ƒ2 lens on the GFX50S here.
• The Fujifilm X-A5 and XC15-45mm OIS PZ review here.
• The Leica Typ 701, T in 2018: is iT still relevant? here.
• Fujifilm Fujion GF45mm ƒ2.8 here
• Sony RX0: the solution to the high end life-proof camera? here.
• Fujifilm digital medium format GFX50S and GF63mm ƒ2.8 here.
• Leica M10 and 35mm Summilux FLE here
• Review of i-Coat’s scratch and weather resistant nano coating for cameras here
• Fujifilm Instax Share SP-3 Printer here.
• Review of the Fujifilm Fujion XF23mm ƒ2 R WR here.