The Light Lens Lab Z21 50mm f/1.5 is not about perfection. Inspired by the legendary Angénieux S21, this character lens brings cinematic rendering, field curvature and vintage soul to modern Leica M cameras. In this review, I explore its behaviour in real-world portrait and automotive shoots.

The Leica Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH is Leica’s first ultra-fast 35mm Noctilux, offering extreme subject separation, compact handling, and a versatile wide-angle view. In this hands-on review, I explore its performance on assignment, from intimate boudoir shoots with Chanelle to artistic portraits with Dann and Fay. Learn about its focusing, color rendition, cinematic qualities, and why this lens could be the most usable Noctilux Leica has ever made.

Discover my hands-on review of the Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 Double Aspherical Titanium Edition. I explore its character, bokeh, skin tones, and how it compares to the Leica Double Aspherical, Steel Rim, and Summilux ASPH FLE for portraits and black-and-white photography on the M11-D and M11 Monochrom.

The Thypoch Ksana 21mm is not just a wide-angle lens. In this project, I used it to create quiet, cinematic portraits where space, solitude, and atmosphere become part of the story. A lens that surprised me and ultimately earned a permanent place in my toolkit.

The Leica Camera S has been my secret weapon for years.
I finally wrote the full review it deserves, including the S007 and the S3. Discover my favorite S lenses along with a collection of portraits shot with the Leica S.

If you love classic Leica rendering but want modern usability, the new Leica 50mm Summilux Pre-ASPH is an excellent choice. It offers a unique balance—dreamy at f/1.4, razor-sharp at f/2.8—making it an ideal all-in-one 50mm. Discover my review about the Leica 50mm Summilux Pre-ASPH