
Nokishita spotted a reference to a new Leica 35mm APO Summicron lens in a Leica firmware update:

The previously rumored Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH lens is now officially announced – see the details with sample photos at Explora and Red Dot Forum. For pricing and availability, check our sponsors: Americas Europe Asia Adorama B&H PopFlash Leica Miami Leica Palm Beach Tamarkin Classic Connection Meister Camera Leica Shop Calumet Leica Store Lisse Red Dot […]

Today ZY Optics released a Leica M-mount version of their Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 lens (price in the USD is $799): Aperture Range: f/0.95 to f/16 Two Extra-Low Dispersion Elements One Ultra High Refraction Element Stepless, Silent Aperture Control Manual Focus Design Support Rangefinder Coupling 9 rounded blade Aperture Compatible with third-party AF adapters […]

Cosina Japan reported today that the new Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/2 Aspherical VM lens for Leica M-mount will start shipping on January 27th. The lens is now currently available for pre-order in the US ($999) at Popflash and Adorama (Amazon and B&H should list the lens later today). In Europe the lens can be ordered at Jo Geier (€1,099). Additional information on the lens can […]