¶ Photographer Wiki – Leica Cameras, Photography Knowledge and Photo Locations
The Photographer Wiki by Stefan Strößenreuther provides practical knowledge about Leica cameras, rangefinder photography, lenses, analogue film and photographic techniques. It also features carefully researched photography locations in Germany, national parks, nature parks, caves and experiences from photography trips and photowalks.
Particular emphasis is placed on the Leica M, Leica Q, Leica M11 Monochrom, black-and-white photography, nature photography and landscape photography. Manufacturer specifications, official sources, independent reviews and personal photographic experience are clearly distinguished from one another. Review dates and source status indicate when technical data, access information or conservation regulations were last checked.
Language note: The English edition of the Photographer Wiki is being developed gradually. Existing English specialist pages are linked directly. A clearly labelled “German” link is used only where no English version is available yet.
¶ Search the Photographer Wiki
Search all public wiki pages for cameras, lenses, photography knowledge, locations, reviews and events.
Results are displayed by the Wiki.js search and depend on the reader's assigned access permissions.
¶ Topic areas
Direct access to equipment, Leica, photography knowledge, locations, genres, comparisons, photography law and tours.
¶ Review traffic light
| Review area | Status | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Translation basis | 🟢 | Synchronised with the functional structure of German /home version 4.6 |
| Homepage image | 🟢 | Local Eger photograph retained, precise alternative text added and large file opens in a new tab |
| Public search | 🟢 | Search form uses the existing local Wiki.js search and respects assigned read permissions |
| English topic links | 🟢 | Available English equipment, Leica, knowledge, location, genre and comparison pages linked directly |
| German fallback links | 🟠 | Clearly labelled German targets remain where no corresponding English page exists yet |
| Privacy and external data | 🟢 | Homepage search is internal; the external personal website opens only after an explicit click |
| Current specialist data | 🟠 | Prices, firmware, events, access rules and conservation information must be checked on the relevant specialist page |
Overall status: 🟠 usable and transparent. The English homepage is technically aligned with the German homepage. Its English specialist coverage is still being expanded.
¶ Leica Cameras, Lenses and Photographic Equipment
The equipment section contains overview and detailed pages covering analogue and digital cameras, lenses, film, tripods, filters, camera bags and light meters. The Leica camera articles focus on technical specifications, operation and practical photographic use.
- Photographic equipment: cameras, lenses, film and accessories
- Leica cameras: analogue and digital models
- Cameras from different manufacturers – German
- Lenses, prime lenses and lens reviews – German
- Analogue film: characteristics and selection guide – German
¶ Selected Leica Topics
| Topic | Content |
|---|---|
| Leica M11 Monochrom | Technical specifications, base ISO, operation and dedicated black-and-white photography |
| Leica Q3 Monochrom review and comparison with the M11 Monochrom | Image quality, ISO, autofocus, the fixed 28 mm Summilux and differences from the M11 Monochrom |
| Leica M10-R – German | Release year, sensor, base ISO and photographic use |
| Leica M Typ 240 – German | 24 MP CMOS sensor, rangefinder, Live View, reviews and buying used |
| Leica M Monochrom Typ 246 – German | 24 MP monochrome sensor, ISO 320, filters, reviews and buying used |
| Leica Monochrom comparison | M246, M10 Monochrom and M11 Monochrom with reviews and buying advice |
| Buying used Leica cameras – German | Models, Leica Classic condition grades, warranty information and inspection checklist |
| Used Leica: known issues, spare parts and serviceability | Model-specific risks, repairability and buying checks for analogue and digital Leica cameras |
| Leica Content Credentials – German | C2PA provenance, supported cameras, verification and limitations |
| Leica Looks: profiles and application – German | Core, Essential and Artist Looks, compatible cameras, Leica FOTOS and the JPEG/DNG workflow |
| Leica Visoflex 2 | Electronic viewfinder for compatible M10 and M11 cameras, focusing aids, tilt and dioptre adjustment |
| Leica M-A and Leica MP compared – German | Analogue M cameras, light meter, operation, reviews and buying decision |
| Leica R 6.2 – German | Analogue SLR camera, technical specifications and practical use |
| Voigtländer VM APO lenses – German | APO-Lanthar lenses for Leica M with review analysis |
| Notable Leica photographers – German | Style, work, Leica connection and inspiration for personal photography |
¶ Photography Knowledge and Shooting Techniques
The knowledge pages explain photographic fundamentals in clear language and connect them with practical applications. Topics include exposure, depth of field, zone focusing, hyperfocal distance, light metering, night photography and RAW processing.
- Exposure in photography: metering, histogram and compensation – German
- Aperture, shutter speed and ISO explained – German
- Sharpness and depth of field – German
- Leica zone focusing in practice
- Hyperfocal distance with verified values and examples – German
- GOSSEN light meters: reflected-light and incident-light metering
- Long exposures with ND filters and GOSSEN light meters
- Kodak Professional TRI-X 400 – German
- Fujifilm Pro 400H vs Kodak Portra 400 – German
- Cave photography: Projekt Fränkische – German
¶ Photography Genres
The genre overview connects subjects, shooting techniques and suitable equipment. It links to landscape, nature, wildlife, macro, cave, architectural, travel and astrophotography, while transparently identifying specialist pages that are still planned.
Photography genres overview – German
¶ Photography Locations in Germany and Protected Areas
The location pages support the planning of landscape and nature photography. Where appropriate and compatible with conservation requirements, they include coordinates, subject information, recommended seasons, lighting advice and current protection rules.
- Franconian Switzerland: locations, rocks, caves and castles – German
- Protected areas in Germany – German
- German national parks with areas and coordinates – German
- Nature parks in Germany – German
- Biosphere reserves in Germany – German
- Müritz National Park: photography locations and coordinates – German
- Fichtel Mountains: rock formations, locations and photography tips – German
- Sababurg primeval forest in the Reinhardswald – German
- European bee-eaters in Germany: Lambsheim, Kaiserstuhl and Saxony-Anhalt – German
- Common crane hotspots in Germany during autumn – German
Nature and wildlife photography must not disturb animals, habitats or other visitors. Exact coordinates for sensitive breeding, resting and roosting sites are therefore not published.
Responsible photography in protected areas – German
¶ Photography Trips, Photowalks and Projects
Photography trips, photowalks and events are documented with observations, equipment, camera settings and photographic insights.
- Photography trip through northern Germany – German
- Photography festivals and photography days – German
- Tour report register – German
- Notes from photography trips and photowalks – German
- Cave photography with the Leica M11 Monochrom – German
¶ Manuals, Reviews and Sources
Technical documents and personal experience are managed separately. This makes it clear whether information originates from an official manual, an independent review or personal practical use.
- Leica instruction manuals – German
- Photography equipment review register – German
- Tour report register – German
- Messsucherwelt: lens reviews for Leica M and M-mount – German
- Complete Photographer Wiki page register – German
¶ About Stefan Strößenreuther
Stefan Strößenreuther is a photographer and the author of this Photographer Wiki. Its content combines personal experience from analogue and digital photography with technical manufacturer specifications, official sources and clearly identified research. His photographic interests include Leica cameras, black-and-white photography, nature and landscape photography, and projects in Franconian and Hersbruck Switzerland.
Photographic work and projects by Stefan Strößenreuther
¶ Frequently Asked Questions about the Photographer Wiki
¶ What does the Photographer Wiki cover?
The wiki provides practical knowledge about Leica cameras and lenses, analogue photography, exposure and shooting techniques, as well as planning information for photography locations and protected areas in Germany.
¶ Which Leica cameras are covered?
The articles cover both analogue and digital Leica models, including the Leica M-A, Leica MP, Leica M6, Leica M Typ 240, Leica Q, Leica SL, Leica R 6.2, Leica M10-R, Leica M11 Monochrom and Leica Q3 Monochrom.
¶ Is the information independent?
Manufacturer specifications, official sources, external reviews and personal experience are clearly distinguished. Collaborations, advertising and affiliate links are disclosed transparently.
¶ May I freely enter the listed photography locations?
No. Access arrangements, opening hours, path requirements and seasonal restrictions may change. Before every photography trip, check the latest information from the responsible authority and observe all local signs.
¶ Collaborations, Product Reviews and Image Licensing
The Photographer Wiki welcomes thematically relevant and transparently disclosed collaborations with manufacturers, specialist retailers, photo laboratories and event organisers. Possible formats include independent product reviews, sponsored articles, affiliate links, event collaborations and image licensing.
Information about collaborations, product reviews and advertising
¶ Help, Transparency and Legal Information
- Photography law and safety – German
- How to use the Photographer Wiki – German
- Structure and page architecture – German
- Legal notice – German
- Privacy policy – German
Homepage last reviewed: 4 August 2026
¶ Change history
| Version | Date | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 EN | 4 August 2026 | Synchronised with German /home 4.6; added public search, English topic cards and vertical review traffic light; retained the Eger photograph as an enlargable local image; redirected available specialist links to their English editions and labelled remaining German fallbacks |
| 1.2 EN | 29 July 2026 | Expanded English homepage with Leica, photography knowledge, location, source, FAQ and cooperation sections |