Billy switches between the Q3 and the Q3 43 for different situations – depending on whether a scene requires more depth or a closer perspective. Both feel like a natural extension of his eye, offering speed, simplicity and discretion, and enabling him to stay present and react intuitively as a moment unfolds. Whether it’s subtle facial expressions behind the chessboard or the atmosphere of Washington Square, the Q3 helps him capture scenes with clarity, intimacy and impact.

Aperture: f/11
ISO: 1.000
Shutter speed: 1/250

Tip: Use the Q3’s tilting screen to capture unusual angles and get closer to the scene.

Billy Dinh lives and works in Brooklyn, New York. The photographer’s expressive, atmospheric images are characterised by their interplay of contrasts, light and shadow. Before becoming a photographer, Dinh worked as an illustrator. This eye for composition and dramatic structure is still evident in his images today. Combined with his instinct for capturing cinematic moments, his photographs often resemble film stills.

Alan Schaller has consciously chosen to work with the Leica M11 Monochrom because its characteristics and high image quality align perfectly with his vision of confident black-and-white photography. The camera’s unobtrusive design allows him to capture everyday life with unique clarity, keeping him close to the moment and enabling him to focus entirely on light, contrast and composition.

Aperture: f/1,4
ISO: 125    
Shutter speed: 1/4000

Tip: Use zone focus and the depth-of-field scale – it’s quick and puts you in full control of every decision.

Alan Schaller lives and works in London. It was not until 2015 that he entered the field of photography. Before that, he had been active in music and film. Just one year later, his images were appearing in British newspapers and magazines, and today Leica describes him as an icon of contemporary black-and-white photography. He has also been building a community around his craft for years, as co-founder of Street Photography International and founder of Irys, a platform that connects photographers beyond the social media feed.

Jason Roman uses the Leica M EV1, a camera that feels direct, intuitive and discreet. The electronic viewfinder makes composing shots immediate and natural, while the minimalist design of the M-System allows him to stay in the moment. This lets him stay present and respond instinctively as scenes evolve, capturing everyday life with clarity, simplicity and concentration.

Aperture: f/1,4
ISO: 320    
Shutter speed: 1/125

Tip: When exploring new places, try using a longer focal length to create the impression of greater distance and encourage a more thoughtful approach.

Jason Roman was born and raised in New York City. As a self-taught photographer, he has developed his own distinctive style based on keen observation, the play of light and the power of human expression. He finds beauty in the overlooked and meaning in the everyday. His profound images have made him a highly sought-after photographer for renowned brands, such as The New Yorker, Google, HBO Max, Amazon and Warner Bros. He doesn’t have a driving licence to this day – preferring to travel on foot, camera in hand, staying closer to what he wants to capture.