The previously announced Leica Cine 1 laser TV projector was officially revealed at the 2022 IFA show:
Additional information:
Leica released new firmware updates for the SL2 and SL2-S mirrorless cameras. The main feature added is the Leica Perspective Control:
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I have been reporting for a while about a new Leica M film camera that will replace the current Leica MP model. The first rumors indicated a new “cheap” M film version, but I think it is safe to assume that the new camera will not be cheap.
A press event is already scheduled for October in Germany and I was told that invitations are sent out. I expect other new Leica products to be released at that event.
The new Leica M film camera is also already been tested by photographers in the field.
Stay tuned for more info.
Both the Leica MP and M-A film cameras have been hard to find and are out of stock in the US:
The black Leica MP 0.72 rangefinder film camera will be in stock in… June 2027
First I should mention that I do not trust most Craigslist listings and a lot of the Craigslist ads I believe are fraudulent.
A reader sent me an email that Charles Gatewood’s Leica M2 with 50mm dual-range Summicron lens is currently listed for sale on Craigslist:
The next Wetzlar Camera Auctions #3 will take place on October 8th, 2022 in Wetzlar, Germany. The auction catalog will be available soon – here are some of the Leica highlights:
Update: the catalog is now available online.
There is a new MS Optics XENOMAX 50mm f/3.5 lens for Leica M-mount by Miyazaki San – here are the details:
