Leica Camera returns as the official partner of ‘La Semaine de la Critique’ at Cannes Film Festival 2017

By LR admin | Published: April 25, 2017

 

Leica Camera Returns as the Official partner of ‘La Semaine de la Critique’ at Cannes Film Festival 2017

For the second year, the company will be honoring the best newcomer at the internationally acclaimed film festival in Cannes, France, with the ‘Leica Cine Discovery Prize’

April 25, 2017 – This year, Leica Camera will be the Official Partner of “La Semaine de la Critique” at the Cannes Film Festival for the second time in succession, and will be awarding the “Leica Cine Discovery Prize” together with its affiliate, CW Sonderoptic GmbH.

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“Eyes Wide Open! 100 Years of Leica Photography” exhibition coming to Madrid

By LR admin | Published: April 24, 2017


The “Eyes Wide Open – 100 Years of Leica” book is available at: Amazon US | Amazon UK | Amazon Germany | Amazon France | Amazon Canada | Amazon Italy | Amazon Spain

‘Eyes Wide Open! 100 Years of Leica Photography’ Unveils Newest Location

Acclaimed exhibition will open in Madrid on May 11

April 24, 2017 – Following successful showings in Hamburg, Frankfurt, Berlin, Vienna, Munich, Ghent and Porto, the collection of works by famous Leica photographers are preparing to arrive in Madrid, where they will take visitors on an exciting journey through time. The Espacio Fundación Telefónica will be presenting the spectacular “Eyes wide open! 100 years of Leica photography” exhibition from May 11 to September 10, 2017.

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Leica Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH lens confirmed – coming later this year

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2017


The Japanese website Nokishita confirmed that Leica will announce a new NOCTILUX-M 1:1.25/75 ASPH lens later this year.

Just FYI: the total depth of field of a 75mm f/1.2 full frame lens at 10 ft/3 m is 4.56 in/11 cm.

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Leica Q “GINZA SIX” limited edition cameras announced

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2017



 
Two new limited edition Leica Q GINZA SIX cameras were introduced in Japan to commemorate the new Leica Store Ginza that opened on April 20th:

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Leica Camera strengthens its management board (press release)

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2017

Leica Camera Strengthens Its Management Board

Matthias Harsch Will Lead the New Sales, Marketing and Communications Management Board

April 20, 2017 – The progressive internationalization of Leica presents new opportunities for all areas of the company, including new operations and realignment of the sales force. The Supervisory Board of Leica Camera has therefore decided to strengthen its Management Board and redistribute its responsibilities.

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New Leica Camera subsidiary: LC Light & Imaging Systems

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2017


Here is the full press release on the new Leica Camera subsidiary I mentioned a few days ago:

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Latest Leica US rebates still ongoing despite the upcoming price increase

By LR admin | Published: April 21, 2017


Just a reminder that in addition to the upcoming Leica price increase in the US on May 1st, the latest Leica rebates are still valid until June 30th:

Other ongoing Leica deals:

  • Leica M Typ 262 lens kits – check the latest pricing at B&H and Adorama
  • Leica M7 starter set – check the latest pricing at B&H and Adorama
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