Portrait & People Photography

Portrait and people photography focuses on trying to convey a person's personality and emotions. This genre demands a particular sensitivity for the right moment, the right lighting, and an empathic interaction with the subject – whether for an intricately-staged image or a spontaneous snapshot on the street. Consider the work of photographers such as Mary Ellen Mark, Annie Leibovitz and Joel Meyerowitz, whose impressive portraits have set the standard. Leica cameras like the SL3, the M11 and the Sofort 2 enable the tradition to move forward and evolve: they offer outstanding picture quality and are extremely versatile, producing great results in both a studio setting and outdoors.   

The Leica SL3 and the M11 are known for their high resolution and precise colour reproduction, which is quite essential when it comes to skin tones. The Sofort 2 allows the photographer to take spontaneous and authentic portraits. It brings an additional fun factor into play, which is especially appreciated for informal portraits and events. There is something particular, however, that applies to all three cameras: they offer every fan of portraiture excellent opportunities for self-realisation.