RedDotForum just confirmed my previous report about a new Leica price increase in the US coming on March 13, 2026. You have less than 2 weeks to lock in on the current prices:
Below is a breakdown of affected products and their corresponding price increases:
The Leica wooden toy camera is back (see previous coverage), and it is now available for pre-order at:
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Other third-party wooden Leica cameras can be found for sale on eBay:
Here are several new third-party L-mount lenses announced/on display at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (see also this page):
Schneider Kreuznach x LK Samyang lenses are also coming for L-mount (Samyang recently joined the L Mount Alliance).
Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG | Art lens for L-mount development announcement.
The upcoming Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 and 55mm f/1.8 EVO lenses for L-mount will be APO designs (check the website for updates). Viltrox recently joined the L Mount Alliance.
The 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 full-frame lens for L-mount is coming soon – expected at the end of 2026 with a price tag of around $800 (check the website for updates.
Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 II full-frame lens for L-mount (check website for updates).
Via PhoroRumors
The previously reported new Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi is now officially announced.
The new Leitzphone will again not be available for sale in North America (in the US, Xiaomi phones are sold at Amazon). Check availability at our sponsors:
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Here are the main features of the new Leitzphon:
Here are some additional pictures of the new “Draht” Swiss-made minimalistic grip for Leica M10/M11 cameras (see this post for additional information – use code LEICARUMORSMMD5 to get 5% off your purchase from the online store):
Godox announced a new iT32 compact modular flash and X5 L wireless trigger system designed for Leica shooters (previously rumored here). The new models feature a magnetic modular design, wireless trigger control, TTL, and integrate seamlessly into the Leica shooting experience. You can get one at B&H Photo (check also at Amazon)
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