IDS Works has a new modular grip for Leica D-Lux 8 cameras

By LR admin | Published: October 28, 2024




IDS Works (Initial Design Studio) just released a new modular grip for the latest Leica D-Lux 8 camera (buy here | more info):

Additional information (more IDS Works product coverage can be found here):

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2024: 70 years of Leica M cameras and 100 years since the production of the Leica I

By LR admin | Published: October 26, 2024


The Leica M camera is 70 years old: the M mount was introduced in 1954 with the Leica M3 (Wikipedia). Going even further back in time, in 1923, Barnack convinced Ernst Leitz II to make a preproduction run of 31 cameras to test. 100 years ago, in 1924, Ernst Leitz decided to produce the camera. The official introduction was at the 1925 Leipzig Spring Fair as the Leica I (for Leitz camera). This makes 2024 an even more important year for Leica (Wikipedia).

Related previous posts:

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Leica interview at the 2024 Paris Photo Show

By LR admin | Published: October 26, 2024

Phototrend always has one of the best interviews in the business – always to the point, without any influencers’ BS. They recently published their interview from the 2024 Paris Photo Show with Laurent Pidancet (head of the Leica Akademie in France). Here is a quick recap:

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New Leicavit M announced

By LR admin | Published: October 24, 2024


In addition to the new “Leica M Edition 70” special anniversary edition, Leica also announced the previously rumored Leicavit M accessory (not a limited edition) that will be available in three different versions: black-painted, glossy black-painted, and silver-chromed. Shipping will start in the first half of 2025. The price will be €1,050, including VAT.

From the press release:

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Leica to release a new “Leica M Edition 70” limited edition film camera (Leica M-A + Leicavit + 50 APO)

By LR admin | Published: October 24, 2024

Leica will release a new “Leica M Edition 70” limited edition film camera (Leica M-A + Leicavit + 50 APO) for their 70 year anniversary:

  • Limited edition to only 250 sets
  • Platinum-plated special edition
  • Based on the Leica M-A camera
  • With Leica APO-Summicron-M 50 f/2 ASPH lens
  • Price: €22,500 (incl. VAT)
  • Available in early 2025

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New Sidekick Pro camera bag for Leica Q/M cameras by Clever Supply

By LR admin | Published: October 22, 2024




Clever Supply listed a new Sidekick Pro camera bag for funding on Kickstarter (see their previous project):

New: Sidekick Pro camera back by Clever Supply: $53,872 raised by 634 backers with 28 days to go

The new bag is designed for carrying cameras like the Leica Q or Leica M with an extra lens:


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Officially announced: new Insta360 Ace Pro 2 camera co-engineered with Leica

By LR admin | Published: October 22, 2024


The previously rumored Insta360 Ace Pro 2 camera with 8k video, AI chip, and Leica lens is now officially announced:

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What’s next for Leica? (updated rumors recap)

By LR admin | Published: October 21, 2024


After the recent Leica Q3 43 camera announcements, here is an updated list/recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see all previous reports here):

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