Monthly Archives: March 2013

Leica M type 240 DxoMark score: better than the M9, not as good as Nikon’s full frame cameras

DxOMark published their test results for the new Leica M type 240 camera. The latest digital rangefinder from Leica show significant improvements over the previous M9 model, but the full frame cameras from Nikon still show slightly better dynamic range and low light capabilities: “The latest 24-megapixel CMOS sensor offers not only six million extra […]

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Leica X3 concept camera

Leica X3 concept camera by Vincent Säll:

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White Leica X2 limited edition, new Leica Store coming to Manila

New white Leica X2 limited edition was introduced for the upcoming Leica Store in Japan that will be located on the 5th floor of the main building located at 171 Shinsaibashi Daimaru Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku in Osaka. Only 100 pieces of this limited edition camera will be produced. On a related note, it seems that there will be also […]

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The new Leica M – one week later

It has been a week since the new Leica M type 240 started shipping worldwide. Here are the latest updates: Leica M review by Focus Numerique with downloadable DNG sample images. First impression of the new Leica M, by Damian Heinisch. Leica M (type2 40) vs. Leica M9 – night landscape photos comparison. Check out […]

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First Leica camera test results published at DxOMark

Even though the M9 technology is now over 3 years old, DxOmark tested for the first time the sensor inside the Leica M-E camera. This is their conclusion:

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Highlights of the upcoming 23rd WestLicht Photographica Camera Auction

The next WestLicht Photographica Camera Auction will take place on May 25th 2013. Here are the highlights for the Leica brand: Unique outfit of original Leitz gold plated ‘Luxus’ camera with brown lizard leather covering and 2 gold plated lenses (Summar 2/5cm no.190131, Elmar 3.5/3.5cm no.182545). History of this outfit: It comes from the estate of the famous […]

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Leica Camera announces Leica Store Miami opening

    David Farkas (from Dale Photo & Digital) has now officially opened the new Leica Store in Miami:

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