Among scarce collectable cameras listed in the ‘Market Place section of the new web site www.classic-camera.net is a scarce Olympus M-1, the initial version of what became the Olympus OM-1 after Ernst Leitz complained that their trade mark was being infringed. Priced at £395, the fully operational example is offered by the well-known dealer Peter Loy (020 8867 2751 www.peterloy.com). The new site, edited by Ivor Matanle, provides classic camera enthusiasts ...

Jacobs are pleased to announce they have introduced Photographic Equipment Hire as an exciting new service, offered through selected stores. The products available for hire range from the Canon 800mm to a Quantum portable lighting kit. Manufacturers covered by the Jacobs hire department include Canon, Nikon and Quantum with others to be added shortly. Elliott B. Jacobs, General Manager said “We are really pleased to launch this exciting new service to ...

The question 'to upgrade or not to upgrade' confronts us all at one time or another, and the answer can really only come from you. If you're like me, you bought your current DSLR because - at the time - it suited your needs. Technology has evolved since but that doesn't necessarily mean you need to invest thousands of pounds in new gear if you're happy with ...