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Why the EVF? – A Guide to the Leica M EV1
What makes the Leica M – The Leica M? Is it the camera body? The optical rangfinder? or is it...
Leica M4-P Half Frame: The Camera That Technically Doesn’t Exist
Little Known Facts & Speculations: The Leica M4-P Half Frame (HF) is real! Supposedly, only 10 were made in Midland...
The Grateful Dead by Jim Marshall / An Evening of Photos, Stories and Music – Event Recap
On September 18th, 2025, we were honored to host the opening reception and book launch for The Grateful Dead by...
Mark Steinmetz: Summertime // Love – Gallery Reception & Workshop Recap
On September 4, 2025, we were honored to host the opening reception for Mark Steinmetz’s exhibition Summertime // Love! The...
Bae Area Film x Leica Store San Francisco 2025 Recap
On Saturday, July 19, 2025, Bae Area Film and Leica Store San Francisco teamed up for a special summer photowalk! This time...
Mark de Paola: A Stab At Heaven – Gallery Reception & Workshop Recap
On June 26, 2025, we were honored to present the opening reception for “A Stab At Heaven,” Mark de Paola’s...
Destination: Tokyo with Mark de Paola – Workshop Recap
Mark de Paola and Camera West/Leica Store San Francisco teamed up for an unforgettable week in Tokyo, Japan May 22-30, 2025,...
First Look: The Fujifilm X-E5 & 23mm F2.8 WR
Fujifilm has announced the return of the X-E camera line with the brand new X-E5. Along with the X-E5, Fujifilm...
Thumbprints & Signatures: Leica 43mm f2 Apo-Summicron ASPH
In this latest installment of Thumbprints & Signatures we dive back in to the continued lore and legacy of the...
A Few Frames: Leica Sofort 2 with Danny Sanchez
In 2008, the instant film community began its emotional rollercoaster ride, as we were on the brink of losing our...
A Few Frames: Kinoptik 75mm f2.0 Apochromat
Kinoptik Paris were originally cine lenses that are known for their high resolution and unique bokeh. The out of focus...
The First Years – Gallery Reception Recap
On April 10th, 2025, we celebrated the opening of The First Years, a new exhibition by Bay Area artist Josh...