The Thypoch Simera 35mm f/2 surprised me. Rather than chasing clinical perfection, it delivers atmosphere, character and a beautifully cinematic rendering. After extensive use in Antwerp and Sicily, here's my experience with one of the most interesting modern 35mm lenses for Leica M photographers.

The Omnar Bertele 50mm f/2 MC FLB is not a lens for photographers chasing technical perfection. It is a modern reinterpretation of the classic Sonnar formula that prioritises atmosphere, glow and emotional rendering over clinical sharpness. After shooting with it extensively on the Leica M11 Monochrom in Nice, I discovered a lens that feels cinematic, imperfect and deeply inspiring for portrait photography.

From portrait sessions in Nice to late 60s inspired cinematic imagery, the Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 SPII proved to be a unique Leica M lens full of atmosphere, beautiful skin tones and vintage character.

A 28mm lens that finally fits the way I work. In this review, I explore its rendering, close focusing, and why it became a natural part of my portrait workflow.

A personal review of the Leica Noctilux 50mm f/1 exploring its rendering for portrait photography, the differences between E58 and E60 v4 versions, and comparison with other Noctilux lenses including the 35mm f/1.2.

An in-depth look at the Zenit Zenitar 35mm f/1, a rare ultra-fast M-mount lens known for its expressive bokeh, atmospheric rendering and cinematic approach to portrait photography, compared with the Leica Noctilux 35mm f/1.2.

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.