Leica Camera launched a new Leica M7 Xinhai Revolution limited edition in China: “On 10 October, Leica launched in China a limited edition M7 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Xinhai Revolution. Distinguished guests were invited to witness the launch of this camera in the ex-residence of Song Ching Ling. Clad in green leather, this edition […]
Tonight is the opening of the “You are here” street photography exhibit in LA: “The concept was that 30 photographers were given 10 days to shoot one square block in the Fashion district in Downtown LA. Despite the restriction, all the photographers were able to capture the soul and essence of the place in a […]
There is a new solution form Walter RX Eyepiece for rangefinder cameras users who suffer from astigmatism: This is an ingenious little device that solves two big problems. Your optical deficiency, and astigmatism. Now, using this device, you are able to put your eye up close to the eyepiece, allowing you to see the full […]
Leica Camera Japan announced a new “Leica M9-P silver red leather set” limited edition camera. Only 30 pieces will be produced. The camera will come with a silver Leica Elmarit M 28mm f/2.8 ASPH lens. The camera will be available only in the Futago Tamagawa Leica store in Tokyo. Via DC.Watch
Leica issued a third update on the M9 / SD card compatibility issue. It seems that they have isolated the problem and a new firmware for the Leica M9 will be released for testing in few weeks:
Press Release 6th October, 2011 – (London) – Following the initiatives of working with local creative talent, Swire Hotels House Collection: The Opposite House, Beijing and The Upper House Hong Kong have collaborated with Leica camera, commissioning four local photographers, two from each of the respective cities to photograph the properties with the themes of […]
A reader sent me his Leica M10 wish list. What is yours? 1. M-mount remains 100% backwards compatible. Recessed contacts allow newer lenses to report aperture setting and to allow automatic aperture control from the body. No Autofocus. 2. Live view for critical focusing, telephoto, extension tubes and macro. New Macro lenses on the way. 3. Body changes […]
