mockup by Leicarumors Fresh leaks about Leica’s upcoming M EV1 camera have popped up. According to multiple reliable sources, it is expected to be announced around October 23, 2025, with shipping starting sometime in November. Production is already underway, and this camera is a pretty major step for Leica, it will be the first M-series camera with a built-in electronic viewfinder. That new EVF is said to be a 0.5-inch, 5.76-megapixel panel with 0.76x magnification, plus focus aids and diopter adjustment. Leica has also added a new function button and updated the classic frame selector lever, which now has extra controls for the viewfinder. The front design is minimal (no rangefinder window this time ) and the body has a diamond-pattern leatherette. Inside, it is built around a full-frame BSI sensor with triple-resolution options (60, 36, or 18 megapixels), powered by the Maestro III processor and backed by 64GB of internal memory. It will also support Leica Content Credentials, a digital authenticity system that helps verify images straight from the camera. Pricing is about what you would expect from Leica. The M EV1 is rumoured to cost €7,950 in Europe (around $9,300 USD), $75,000 HKD in Hong Kong, and likely over $10,000 in the U.S. once tariffs are factored in. There is no word yet on a silver version, but given Leica’s usual pattern, that will probably show up a bit later.

What Is Stroboscopic Flash Photography? In simple terms: instead of firing once, your flash fires multiple times during a single long exposure. Each flash burst freezes your subject in a new position, and all those bursts get recorded in one photo. How It Works You set your camera for a long exposure (say, one or two seconds), and then set your flash to stroboscopic mode, most speedlights have a setting called “Multi” or “Stroboscopic.” This now lets you control three key things: Frequency (Hz) —> how many times the flash fires per second. Number of flashes —> how many total pops happen during the exposure. Flash power —> how bright each flash is (lower power = shorter bursts, so you can fit more flashes in). So, for example, if your flash is set to 5 Hz and 10 flashes, that means it will fire 10 times over 2 seconds (5 pops per second) and each pop will obviously freeze your subject in a slightly different spot/position (so make sure your subject actually moves). How to Shoot It

credits: Sony Sony has officially announced a new “Be Alpha” event in Barcelona for October 16, 2025, and as history shows that means big news. The last time Sony hosted an event like this, it unveiled the A7 IV, so naturally, rumours are swirling that a new camera might be on the way. According to Sonyalpharumors, there is a good chance we could either see the long-awaited A7 V finally make its debut or at least get an update on its progress. Some even think Sony could surprise everyone with a completely new model built around its latest sensor tech. Speaking of sensors, Sony’s next big step might be the introduction of a three-layer sensor, a development that adds an extra layer between the pixel and logic levels. In plain terms, that means faster processing, better noise control, and improved dynamic range. The company has been investing heavily in sensor innovation, putting around 930 billion yen (over €5 billion) into research and development by 2026. Lenses are also part of this new wave. The Sony 50-150mm f/2 GM, which came out recently, is being called one of the most impressive zooms Sony has ever made. The company has hinted that this is just the start, suggesting more ambitious, high-performance lenses could be right around the corner, perhaps even unveiled alongside whatever Sony decides to show in Barcelona.

credits: OM-System When OM System released the OM-3 earlier this year, it made a big deal about giving photographers more control over colour with custom picture profiles. Now, about eight months later, the company is following up with something that builds on that idea, the OM-3 Recipes hub, a new site where OM-3 users can download and share their own colour and black-and-white looks. Right now, there are six featured recipes from photographers Jerred Z, Kyler Steele, Ali O’Keefe, Kitty Marie, Paul Clark, and Jonathan Paragas. Each one with a different look and vibe. Kyler Steele’s “Nostalgic Summer,” for example, amps up greens and golden yellows while stripping away blues for a warm, vintage feel. Kitty Marie’s “Red Soda Pop” pushes reds forward and softens everything else. OM-3 owners can also submit their own creations on the site by uploading a JPEG straight from the camera, along with a short description of their look. The only catch is that installing these recipes isn’t as easy as it probably should/could be. Instead of doing it through the mobile app, you will need to plug your OM-3 into a computer and use the OM Workspace desktop software. Once connected, you can drag and drop recipe JPEGs into the program and save them to one of the OM-3’s custom “C” mode slots on the top dial. It is a bit clunky, but it works. You can see full details on OM System’s recipe hub here

credits: Leica It looks like Leica’s fall lineup is starting to come into focus. According to both Leicarumors and Photorumors, the company is lining up two big announcements in October. First up is the Q3 Monochrom, expected on October 16, which will finally bring a black-and-white-only version of the compact Q3. Then, on October 23, Leica is said to be unveiling its first M camera with an electronic viewfinder. The price is rumoured to land around €7,950, and the name floating around now is “M EV1.” If the leaks are right, the M EV1 marks a pretty big break from tradition. It reportedly ditches the classic rangefinder window in favor of a 0.5-inch, 5.76M-dot EVF, paired with a new diamond-pattern leather wrap. On the inside, though, it is sticking with the tried-and-true M11 setup: a full-frame sensor that can shoot at 60, 36, or 18 megapixels, the Maestro III processor, and 64GB of built-in storage. And it doesn’t stop there, other rumours suggest Leica has more up its sleeve beyond October. A Leitz-branded smartphone made with Sharp could drop in Japan earlier in the month, while an SL3 Reporter edition is supposedly on track for late 2025. The long-awaited M12 with a traditional rangefinder isn’t expected until 2026, when we might also see a new mirrorless medium format system. New lenses are also said to be on the way for both M and L mounts, including a Noctilux M 35mm f/1.2, an APO-Summicron M 50mm f/2 with closer focusing, and several L-mount primes and zooms rolling out between late 2025 and 2026.

credits: Lomography Lomography has added a new option to its lineup of experimental colour films with the release of LomoChrome Classicolor ISO 200. It is a medium-speed colour negative film built for everyday use, and it joins other recent additions like LomoChrome Color ’92 and the Sun-kissed ISO 400 variant. Classicolor uses a layered emulsion process that, according to Lomography, delivers “true-to-life” colours with a subtle, cinematic touch. Skin tones come out warm and natural, while reds and yellows have some pop without going over the top. Greens and blues lean more muted and grounded. In bright daylight you’ll see highlights pick up a slight golden glow, while cloudy or low-light conditions shift the palette toward more earthy, subdued tones. The film also has a medium grain structure with good detail retention. Like the rest of the LomoChrome series, Classicolor is processed in standard C-41 chemistry, so any regular color lab can handle it. It comes in DX-coded 36-exposure rolls and is priced at $11.90 each. Shipping is scheduled to start in November. You can see full details on Lomography’s website here

credits: Lexar Lexar’s new gold and silver metal 1TB SD cards are now available, after they were first revealed at NAB this past April. Unlike the usual plastic memory cards most of us are used to, these are made from stainless steel and come in metallic gold or silver finishes. Lexar says the steel shell is dramatically stronger than plastic and both models are rated IP68, meaning they can handle dust, dirt, and water. On the performance side, these are UHS-II SDXC cards that promise read speeds of up to 280 MB/s. Write speeds peak at 205 MB/s on the Gold and 160 MB/s on the Silver. In practice, though, the important number is the sustained V60 rating, which guarantees at least 60 MB/s. That is enough to comfortably handle still photography and most 4K video workflows, though anyone working with higher-bitrate 8K footage will probably need something faster. Both cards can be used in UHS-I slots too, though they will run at reduced speeds. The 1TB Armor Gold is already available at $369.99, with the Silver Pro expected later this year for $364.99. You can see full details on Lexar’s website here

credits: Sony Sony has introduced the FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro G Master OSS, its first G Master lens built specifically for macro photography. The release comes a decade after the well-regarded 90mm f/2.8 G Macro OSS and brings with it several key upgrades. Optically, the lens is built with 17 elements in 13 groups, including two XA (extreme aspherical) and two ED (extra-low dispersion) elements, plus Sony’s Nano AR Coating II to cut down on flare and ghosting. It uses an 11-blade circular aperture for smooth out-of-focus rendering. While the older 90mm lens offered a standard 1:1 ratio, the 100mm f/2.8 GM pushes to 1.4:1 natively, with a minimum working distance of just 3.5 inches. With teleconverters, it can reach up to 2.8:1 magnification while still maintaining autofocus. Autofocus performance is also a big step forward. The lens uses four of Sony’s Linear XD motors (the same system found in its high-end telephoto primes) delivering focus speeds nearly twice as fast as the 90mm Macro. Physically, the lens is similar in size to its predecessor, measuring 147.9mm in length and weighing 646g, with a 67mm filter thread. It features internal focusing, a focus clutch, range limiter, and weather sealing. Pricing for the lens is at $1,499 with shipping scheduled to begin November 13. A closer look at the new lens will follow in this week’s Sunday magazine issue ;) You can see full details on B&H’s website here

Photo by: @patrick.noack Let’s Analyse this Image: Composition & Framing What works well: The perspective is pretty good. Everything runs into the distance —> the train, the lamps, even the lines in the tiles on the ceiling and floor. It all naturally funnels your eye deeper into the frame, which creates a good sense of depth/3D look. Having the woman in frame breaks up the hard geometry and brings some life into what could have been a purely architectural shot. Without her (and also the one person in the distance), it might have looked too sterile and lifeless. The little details, like the clock way in the back, the train’s descriptions etc. give the photo some nice anchors. They are not obvious at first, but once you spot them they add a lot (more on that in the storytelling part). What could be better: The massive lamp cropped on the right is pretty rough. It is just so big and bright that it yanks your attention even though it is not meant to be the subject. Cropping differently or pulling the angle a bit would have helped. The big dark blue block of structure on the left feels heavy and doesn’t contribute much. It just eats space and doesn’t add much to the scene (some would even say it pulls attention). The depth is pretty good as it is, but the station sign blocks that final vanishing point a little. If the framing had been shifted, even slightly, the lines could have led you all the way in and made the shot feel even deeper (it honestly is just a small little detail but on closer inspection it could have really changed this shot a lot in my opinion and all it would have taken is some slight repositioning). Light & Atmosphere What works well: The lamps are the first thing that hit you. They just line the ceiling cleanly and throw this even, kind of sterile glow across the whole station. They are strong but they really define the space. The reflections on those glossy tiles up top are a nice touch too. Without that, the ceiling could have been just a big flat surface, but instead you get this shimmering (almost wet) look that keeps the photo from feeling too empty up there + again you get all that texture. The train isn’t overly lit but just enough to stand out against the platform.

credits: Analogue The aF-1 is a new 35mm film point-and-shoot from Amsterdam design studio Analogue. Scheduled for release in early 2026, the camera wants to revive compact 35mm shooting with modern touches like autofocus and fully automatic film handling. At the heart of the aF-1 is a fixed 35mm f/2.8 lens, designed using a Double Gauss optical formula. Focusing is handled by a LiDAR system, unusual for a film compact, which measures reflected light to deliver quick and precise focus from 0.7 meters to infinity. Shutter speeds range from 1/1000 of a second down to four seconds, and a built-in electronic flash offers a range of up to three meters at ISO 100. Film loading, winding, and rewinding are all automated, with DX-coded film read automatically to set ISO. The camera also includes a reverse Galilean viewfinder with framing guides and correction markers for close-up shots. Analogue says the camera’s look is inspired by classics like the Olympus Mju and Contax T series, with a minimalist body meant for one-handed shooting. Pre-orders are open at €449.99 (around $566), with mass production scheduled to start in December. You can see full details on Analogue’s website here

credits: Kase Kase, the company better known for its filters, has just announced a new 85mm f/1.4 prime lens. It is designed for full-frame systems like Nikon Z and Sony E, but there is also a Fujifilm X version where it works out to about a 128mm equivalent. That makes it an interesting option for Fuji shooters, since there isn’t really a native lens in that focal length/aperture combo. The optical design is fairly ambitious with 13 elements in 10 groups, as well as five low-dispersion and two high-refractive-index elements to help keep things sharp and colours clean. It has a bright f/1.4 aperture, which works with a 13-bladed diaphragm to give smoother background blur. Autofocus runs on an STM stepping motor, meaning it should be fast and quiet enough for both stills and video. It focuses as close as 70 cm, which isn’t enough for macro but should cover most real-world uses without issue. Physically, it is built mostly from aluminium alloy with a bit of plastic mixed in. The size is pretty manageable at 99 millimetres long and 580 grams in weight, and it takes 72 mm front filters. Kase’s filter background shows here, since the lens can take magnetic filters directly (no adapter needed) and even ships with a magnetic front cap. There are also two customisable buttons on the barrel, which can be handy for focus locks or shortcuts depending on your camera. The lens is available for $738. You can see full details on Kase’s website here

credits: 7Artisans 7Artisans has announced a new lens, the AF 10mm f/2.8, an autofocus ultra-wide prime made for APS-C mirrorless cameras. It comes in Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z mounts, is pretty light at around 232 grams and built with a solid all-metal body. There is also a rubber gasket at the mount to help keep out dust. On the front, it takes 62mm filters, which is handy since many ultra-wide lenses don’t support standard filters at all. The 10mm focal length gives a rectilinear field of view, so straight lines stay straight instead of bending like they would with a fisheye. With a maximum aperture of f/2.8, it’s bright enough for night shooting or astrophotography, and the aperture can be stopped down to f/22. The lens is said to keep good sharpness in the centre while holding edge softness under control, which is often tricky with wide glass. It also focuses down to 0.2 meters, letting you get close to your subject for dramatic wide-angle shots. Autofocus is handled by a quiet motor, and there is a switch to move between AF and manual focus when you need more control. At just over 8 centimetres long, it is compact enough to travel with, but still offers useful features like the filter thread and partial weather sealing at the mount. It looks like a practical option for landscapes, interiors, cityscapes, or even astrophotography. The lens is already selling in China for ¥999 (about $140), with global availability expected very soon.