Monthly Archives: May 2011

Details on the upcoming Leica M8+M9 firmware updates

By LR admin | Published: May 3, 2011

The latest LUF newsletter provides some more information about the upcoming firmware for Leica M8+M9 rangefinders: The Leica M9 firmware beta test is now complete. The main purpose in this firmware update was to minimize “red corners” in certain situations. The first beta version (1.158) had an overcorrection for some lenses and a second version (1.160) was released. The final […]

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Leica to announce new products in second half of June?

By LR admin | Published: May 2, 2011

According to Valentin Sama, Leica will have “a little surprise in the second half of June“. No further details were given as to what new products are to be expected. The rumored options are (IMHO): A new Leica M9 version (not a limited edition) which should be ready for production at that point. The model name […]

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ThinkTank Photo Retrospective 5 shoulder bag now shipping

By LR admin | Published: May 2, 2011

ThinkTank Photo is now shipping the new Retrospective 5 shoulder bag designed specifically for Micro Four Thirds and rangefinder systems. Some images of the bag can be found here. You can get a free camera bag for orders of $50 or more directly from Think Tank Photo if you follow this link. The shopping cart system […]

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Leica Camera announces Leica Akademie’s North American debut

By LR admin | Published: May 2, 2011

Leica expanded its previous North American workshop program in 2011 by offering a wider range of classes, following in the footsteps of the original German Akademie’s storied tradition dating back to 1934 (scroll down for the full schedule). Here is the press release: LEICA CAMERA ANNOUNCES LEICA AKADEMIE’S NORTH AMERICAN DEBUT Leica will host experiential workshops […]

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