Monthly Archives: July 2010

First Leica 35mm f/1.4 ASPH Summilux shipped in the UK

By LR admin | Published: July 13, 2010

One lucky owner received his new Leica 35mm f/1.4 ASPH Summilux-M lens in the UK today. The new 35 Lux lens, which was released on May 16, is scheduled for July shipment worldwide.

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Leica’s chairman: “Leica is back again”

By LR admin | Published: July 13, 2010

As previously reported Leica Camera AG is back in the profit zone. Amateurphotographer published some comments on this topic from Rudolf Spiller (Leica Camera AG chairman): “Leica is back again. Innovative technical solutions, outstanding product quality and distinct design… this is what attracts and enthuses an increasing number of consumers worldwide. With its clear course for innovation, and […]

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Lightroom 3 will be available for registered Leica users by the end of July

By LR admin | Published: July 13, 2010

The rumor is that the new version of Adobe LightRoom 3 will be available for download in the Leica owner’s area somewhere around July 24th, 2010 (and maybe even earlier). If you have not used your licence code to install the previous Adobe LightRoom 2 version, you will be able to download the latest version for free. […]

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Leica V-Lux 20 firmware update v2.0 now available

By LR admin | Published: July 10, 2010

To download the latest firmware v2.0 for Leica V-Lux 20, you will have to login to the Leica Owners’ area. This is what’s fixed: [MODE PLAY] has been added to the [PLAYBACK MODE]. This playback mode is useful if you wish to play back only still pictures or only videos. It is now possible to capture still […]

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New versions of Leica Image Shuttle software released

By LR admin | Published: July 10, 2010

To download the latest v1.0 (PC) & v1.0.2 (Mac) of Leica Image Shuttle remote control software for Leica S2, you will have to login to the Leica Owners’ area.

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Firmware 2.005 for Leica M8 & M8.2 now available online

By LR admin | Published: July 8, 2010

The new firmware 2.005 for Leica M8 and M8.2 can be now downloaded from Leica’s website. What’s fixed: Resolving the error message “Shutter fault”: When shooting in C-Mode (Continuous) or taking several pictures consecutively in S-Mode (Single), the message “Shutter Fault” may appear on the display. Additional notes: After updating to the new 2.005 firmware the […]

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Likea MPH – a replica pinhole camera

By LR admin | Published: July 8, 2010

I am not sure if this is really legal, but Likea MPH is a replica pinhole camera of the Leica MP and sells online for $19.95: “Everything you need is in the box bar film, a little glue or tape and the pinhole element. Honor tradition by cutting your own from a pop can. MPH […]

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