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In the Field: LUFT 9 on the Leica M11 – Less is More
Luft 9 is an Air Cooled Porsche event that brings together passionate porsche enthusiasts to showcase some of the most...
Recap: Fortis Event Recap | Leica Store SF April 28th, 2023
C.W. Watch Shop had the honor of hosting Fortis watches for a special evening at Leica Store in San Francisco....
Photo Book Review: Divine New York
If you’re someone who appreciates the unique architectural beauty that defines a city, then you’ll understand my passion for seeking...
Introducing the Leica M11 Monochrom: Focusing on Light & Shadow
Leica has recently unveiled the Leica M11 Monochrom, adding another impressive camera to their Leica M series. It feels like just...
APO VS. Non-APO: A Quick Guide to Leica’s Summicron-SL Optics
At nearly half the price of the APO lenses, the Summicron-SL lenses are a lightweight alternative with fewer optical corrections,...
The Leica 28mm f1.4 Summilux ASPH
The Leica Summilux-M 28mm f/1.4 ASPH lens, originally released in 2015, has been a favorite among photographers who need a...
On the Wrist: More than a GMT – The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple GMT
As of late, and maybe it is just me, it seems that every independent brand needs a GMT in their...
Leica Revamps Leica Bundles & Announces Two new Prime Lenses for SL
Leica has announced two Summicron lenses for the Leica SL system that position themselves as more accessible and lightweight options...
Journal: Friends Across the Pond – A Visit to Billingham
Billingham bags have long been a favorite here at Camera West and Leica Store San Francisco. I remember picking my...
Lab Scans vs. At Home Scanning with the Leica SL2 & Negative Supply
Join Carlo as he walks and gives us a “How To” on using our very own exclusive Scanning Kit we...
Video: Scanning Basics With Negative Supply
Negative Supply is a fantastic company based here in California that makes, creates, and invents some of the best gear...
Exclusive Look: A Vintage Leica KS15 Military Camera
Leica produced several esoterica cameras for the US military during the Vietnam War conflict. Namely, the KE-7a and ECAN lenses...