Andrea Torrei, an acclaimed Italian street and documentary photographer, primarily relies on the Leica Q (Typ 116) for her work. Here's a breakdown of her preferred gear based on interviews and her award-winning photos: Primary Camera Leica Q (Typ 116) A compact, full-frame rangefinder-style camera with a fixed 28 mm Summilux f/1.7 lens Lightweight, quiet, and excellent in low‑light—ideal for street and church interiors Appears consistently in her photo contest submissions (2022–2023) Leica Q (Typ 116) Other Cameras Olympus OM‑D E‑M5 Mark II Used in some 2023 travel (Catania) series. Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II Leica M, Leica SL, Leica S, Leica CL/TL and analog Mentioned on her profile at Leica Fotografie International, suggesting she’s experimented with various Leica systems. Why These Choices Matter Leica Q offers: Fixed 28 mm lens : sharp, wide enough for context-rich street shots Quiet operation & compact size : discreet & unob...
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