Monthly Archives: September 2026

WSJ: a potential sale of Leica has ended for now

By LR admin | Published: September 30, 2026

WSJ published a new article “These $10,000 Cameras Are a Rare European Manufacturing Success” discussing the latest developments at Leica Camera AG – here is a recap of the main points:

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New Artizlab Classic-M 50mm f/1.4 lens for M-mount coming in November 2026

By LR admin | Published: September 29, 2026

Funleader will release a new Artizlab Classic-M 50mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount in November 2026. The lens is inspired by the classic Leica E43 Summilux 50mm f/1.4, featuring a compact vintage-style design and a minimum focusing distance of 0.45 m. Check the official website for updates. You can find previous coverage of Funleader lenses […]

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Light Lens Lab is teasing a new M-mount lens

By LR admin | Published: September 28, 2026

Light Lens Lab is teasing a new M-mount lens:

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Leica digest #251

By LR admin | Published: September 27, 2026

→ Leitz announced iD Mount, which adds a metadata interface for lens identification to Leitz HUGO and Leitz SUMMILUX-C lenses. → The next Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction will take place on November 21, 2026. → Check out the new Red Dot Photo Workshops website by Leica Store Miami. → Dr Ronny Fritsche is leaving Leica Camera. → […]

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Offline for a few days

By LR admin | Published: September 26, 2026

I will be traveling in the next few days and will have limited Internet connectivity. Blog posts on the latest news and rumors could be delayed or non-existent. Responding to emails will take a while. While I am offline, you can check the following Facebook groups for the latest photo gear news: Leica Leica M11 […]

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Leica released a silver LUX grip, app v2.0, and a new artist look by Steve McCurry

By LR admin | Published: September 24, 2026

Leica released a new silver LUX smartphone grip, LUX app version 2.0, and a new artist look by Steve McCurry. For pricing and availability, check our sponsors: Americas Europe Asia B&H Photo Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection WEX Photo Red Dot Cameras Calumet Foto Koch Rangefinder Map Camera Additional pictures: Additional information:

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Viltrox announced four new AIR lenses for L-mount: 14mm f/4, 20mm f/2.8, 40mm f/2.5, and 50mm f/2

By LR admin | Published: September 22, 2026

The previously reported four new Viltrox AIR lenses for L-mount are now officially announced and available for order (Viltrox already had two L-mount lenses): Viltrox online store: use code NIKONRUMORS for 10% off Amazon US | Amazon DE B&H Photo Pricing and availability: Viltrox AF 14mm F4.0 Air L MSRP – $199 / €229 / […]

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