The upcoming Leica M EV1 camera was described to me as a Leica Q camera with an M-mount. The look of the M EV1 will be closer to that of the Leica Q, rather than the classic Leica M rangefinder design. There will be no hybrid or optical viewfinder as previously speculated. Here are a few AI-generated mockups on how the Leica M EV1 could look:
Here is a recap of the latest Leica M EV1 camera leaks/rumors:
- New Built-in EVF
- 0.5 inch & 5.76 MP
- 0.76x Magnification
- Focus aids
- Diopter compensation
- New FN-Button
- Frame selection lever with dual FN functionality for the viewfinder
- Puristic Design
- Clean front without a rangefinder window
- Diamond pattern leatherette
- Leica Content Credentials
- Ensure authenticity of digital images
- 60/36/18 Megapixel
- Full-frame BSI image sensor with triple resolution technology
- Maestro III Image Processor
- 64GB Internal memory
- Made in Germany
- Price
- It should be cheaper than the Leica M11
- Price in EU incl VAT: €7,950 (around $9,300)
- Price in Hong Kong: $75,000 HKD (around $9,600)
- With the new Trump tariffs, the price in the US could be over $10k
- Other
- Not sure if it will be available in silver
- The Leica M EV1 is rumored to be officially announced on October 23rd 2025 (±1 day)
- Shipping will start in November
- The camera is already in production:
During my last visit to Wetzlar, part of the production line was covered and not visible to visitors, with the sign “Here is an innovative product in the making. Let us surprise you!”
The rumored Leica M camera with EVF doesn’t mean the optical rangefinder is dead
Update: Leica Q3 Monochrom on October 16th, Leica M EV1 on October 23rd
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