Leica news, before it happens

→ OstLicht Shanghai Auction results (see website for more details).

→ The Aether + Leica Reporter Jacket will also be released in a Monochrom version.

→ New Seagull M 35mm f/1.7 lens for Leica M-mount (buy here).

→ DxO released PureRAW version 4.6 with new features and integration. Here is what’s new. Additional informtion is available here.

→ Several new memory card readers were recently announced:

• Adonit Nest USB-C card reader adapter
• SanDisk Extreme PRO UHS-II SD USB-C card reader
• Lexar Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type B card reader
• Lexar Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type A card reader
• Lexar Pro Dual-Slot UHS-II SD card reader
• Lexar Pro UHS-II micro SD card reader
• Delkin USB4 CFexpress Type B memory card reader

→ What’s new on Kickstarter?

• MAMBAPOD portable tripod that can be set up anywhere: $279,946 raised.
• Sidekick Pro camera back by Clever Supply: $106,978 raised.
• BAGVENT multifunctional travel desk companion hanging bag: $3,919 raised.
• GRUMBLER do-it-yourself customizable divider system for camera bags: $3,398 raised.
• EduSnap 2-in-1 telescope: $107,741 raised.
• SWIFT-LOCK by SPINN.DESIGN: available for pre-order (use code RUMORS for 15% off).
• LIT DUO 1 light meter: late pledges available.
• Peak Design Outdoor Line camera bags: late pledges available.
• OnePro backpack for outdoor photography: available for pre-order.
• UnifyDrive UT2 portable NAS for creators on the go: late pledges available.

→ Lego ZH1 working and functional 35mm Leica-look-alike film camera listed on Lego Ideas.