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First Impressions of the Light Lens Lab 50mm F1.2 ASPH (1966) – recreating the mythical
A first impressions review on the Light Lens Lab 50mm F1.2 ASPH (1966), look forward to a honest hands on sharing with real life samples.
Leica 28mm F2.8 Elmarit ASPH review – the little gem of a lens
Sharing my honest hands on review of the Leica 28mm F2.8 Elmarit, one of Leica’s smallest M lenses and in my opinion, a little gem to consider.
A first impressions review of the Thypoch Simera 35mm F1.4 – Vintage character with a modern touch
Today, we touch on the newly released Simera 35mm F1.4, from newcomer Thypoch for Leica M mount. Look forward to a hands-on review with lots of real life samples.
Luminar Neo review – my baby steps in embracing AI-enabled editing software.
A first for me reviewing post-processing software but here is my sharing on my 1st experience with Luminar Neo and how it can complement my photo-editing process.
Elegance and Performance – A photo essay of a cycling trip with the Nikon Zf
A hands-on sharing of the handling and performance of the Nikon Zf which I brought along for a 5 days cycling trip. Look forward to lots of real world samples.
Wotancraft Pilot 2L Leather travel camera bag review – 4 reasons why it is a perfect balance of Luxury and Practicality.
Rarely done, but I do review camera bags when I find one I fall in love with, and today we shall take a look at the Wotancraft Pilot 2L in leather.
Review of the Leica Noctilux-M 50mm F1.2 (re-issue) – an appreciation for heritage
A hands-on and probably the most detailed review on the Leica Noctilux 50mm ƒ1.2 available with real life samples of its unique lens character.
An ode to the Leica Q2 Seal – Saying goodbye with 15 photos
A personal sharing of my most loved 15 shots from the Leica Q2 Seal I have owned for a year.
Documenting Peace Center (Singapore) with the Ricoh GR IIIx – Peace Lost with time
Join me for a visual journey as we explore a built in 1970s shopping mall destined for demolition with the Ricoh GR IIIx.
Review – Voigtlander Nokton 35mm F0.9 for Fuji X mount
A hands-on review of the Voigtlander 35mm F0.9 for Fujifilm X-mount. Look forward to lots of real life samples and a down to earth sharing on the lens performance and handling.
Portraits with the Polaroid I-2 & Nicole – ‘instant’ly fun.
Sharing my hands-on experience and many real life samples of a portraiture shoot with the Polaroid I-2.
Polaroid I-2 review – Fun spontaneity goes Professional
A hands-on and down to earth comprehensive review of the Polaroid I-2, is it worth its price tag and what separates this model from the other Polaroids?
Brightin Star XSlim 28mm F2.8 review – a true pancake lens with character to match
A widely discussed lens, the pancake Brightin Star XSlim-M 28mm ƒ2.8 for Leica M. Let us take a look at how this interesting lens performs in the review today while examining the pros and cons of this lens.
Leica M11 Monochrom with 50mm Summilux ASPH II (close-focusing) review – The Use Case for a Monochrom.
A very honest and hands-on review explaining the case for a Monochrom camera, and in today’s review, the M11 Monochrom with many samples. The new 50mm Summilux ASPH (close focusing) also plays a supporting role in the review.
First impressions of the Luminar ISO100 135mm film on the Leica MP
Sharing a hands-on review of the Popho Luminar 100 35mm film photographed on the Leica MP and 35mm Summicron ASPH. Look forward to real-life samples.
Voigtlander Color-Skopar 28mm F2.8 Aspherical review – the Assignment Lens
Sharing my review of the 2023 Voigtlander Color-Skopar 28mm F2.8 Aspherical VM. Look forward to a honest sharing with real life samples from the Leica M.
DUEX Max portable monitor review 2023 – Productivity Max
Sharing a hands-on review on the Mobile Pixels Duex Max portable monitor and how it adds more screen estate space to my laptop on the move.
Leica Summicron 50mm F2 Rigid review – love for a 60-year-old lens
A hands-on review of the 60 years old Leica 50mm Summicron Rigid and sharing on what sets it apart from modern lenses. Look forward to lots of real life samples.
Leica Q2 – Project Monochrom
A personal photography project where I attempt to use the Leica Q2 as a Q2 Monochrom. Look forward to a honest sharing of how this went with lots of real life samples.
Leica Q3 in-depth review – Five critical improvements to the Q-system.
Review of the 2023 Leica Q3, focusing on the 5 critical areas of improvement over the Q2 touching on my hands-on experience with real life samples.