Eric Mencher is known for using a very streamlined, pocket-sized setup—he’s left behind professional DSLRs to shoot almost exclusively with his iPhone , embracing mobility, spontaneity, and simplicity. Primary Gear: iPhone + Apps iPhone 12 Pro Max is his current main camera. He uses the native camera app, sometimes Hipstamatic, but primarily sticks with Apple's built-in interface for speed and control . iPhone 12 Pro Max see it on Amazon He refers to the iPhone as “the Leica of the poor,” comparing its intuitive handling and portability to his emotional connection with his old Leica M6 and Tri‑X setup. He sold all his cameras. Leica M6 Post-Processing: iPhone + Snapseed He edits primarily with Snapseed , calling it “fun and tactile,” akin to darkroom work, letting him apply mood, contrast, and tonality on the go. Philosophy & Practice Mencher used to shoot with professional gear (Leica M6, Tri‑X film) during his photojournalism era. In 2012, he fully transitio...
"The camera is an instrument that teaches people to see without a camera" - Dorothea Lange