Category Archives: Leica X

Leica X and Leica C camera models no longer listed in product overview brochure

If you look at the July 2017 Leica product overview brochure for Austria and Germany, you will notice that not a single Leica X or Leica C cameras are listed (with the exception of the Leica X-U Typ 113 waterproof and shockproof camera that is still a current product):

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Rumors: Leica X Typ 113 camera is now discontinued

I received some information that the Leica X Typ 113 camera is now discontinued. Some of the models are already out of stock or on backorder at B&H and Adorama:

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Leica 23mm f/2 ASPH lens patent

Last year Leica filed a patent in Japan for a 23mm f/2 ASPH lens designed for mirrorless APS-C cameras. This could be a variation of the lens on the Leica X (23mm f/1.7) or the existing Summicron-T 23mm f/2 ASPH lens for TL mount. Here are the details:

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Leica X white limited edition camera set

Leica Camera Japan launched a new “Leica X white” limited edition camera set. Only 50 pieces will be produced. Price including tax is ¥345,600 (around $2,900). This model is produced to commemorate the new Leica Iwataya Fukuoka store that will open on October 27. Via dc.watch

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Leica X (Typ 113) “Edition Moncler” camera now available at B&H

Slow news day: the Leica X (Typ 113) “Edition Moncler” camera that was announced last year is now available at B&H. Additional pictures:

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New Leica X Maroon and Leica D-LUX Rolling Stone 100th Anniversary limited edition cameras announced in Japan

Two new Leica limited edition cameras were announced in Japan: Leica X Maroon limited edition (50 cameras) to commemorate the opening of the new Leica Hankyu Umeda store. Read more on Leica Japan website. Leica D-LUX Rolling Stone 100th Anniversary Edition camera will feature the label of 10 different musicians. The set includes an original print with the autograph of […]

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Leica X2 à la carte camera engraved with Nick Ut’s signature to be actioned for charity at the Leica Store Manchester

Leica Store Manchester had two special guests during their grand opening on June 19th: Kim Phuc (Napalm Girl) and photographer Nick Ut. As part of the event, the store is auctioning an à la carte Leica X2 camera for Kim Phuc’s charity, the Kim Foundation International. Here are the details:

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Apple Digital Camera RAW 6.03 released with support for four new Leica cameras

Apple Digital Camera RAW compatibility 6.03 released with support for the following Leica cameras:

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