The Leica Phenomenon

Photographic Minimalism

What is the Leica M? It might be the all-you-need camera. It might be the only camera you will ever need in your life.

It is definitely a statement: Condensed photographic minimalism.

School of Hard Knocks

My Leica M4-P with the amazing Voigtlander Ultron 35mm f/2 ASPH

With my Leica M, I can focus on the artistic vision. There is neither the need nor the possibility of chasing the latest and greatest equipment-wise.

With Leica M, I can’t rely on visual gimmickry like “ultra shallow depth of field portraits” – it is just not practical with a rangefinder.

With a Leica M, I can’t change a thousand settings or turn a thousand knobs to keep myself occupied.

With a Leica M, there are no excuses not to come up with a convincing concept.