Red anodized aluminum body caps for L-mount cameras

By LR admin | Published: February 19, 2026


     
   

B&H Photo is selling red anodized aluminum body caps for L-mount cameras:

“Designed for L Mount cameras, this Locking Body Cap offers enhanced sensor protection with its locking mechanism, preventing accidental removal during transit. Machined from high-quality aluminum and anodized red for durability and visibility, it complements XLCS Cages and provides nearly indestructible camera protection during transport. The red color makes it easy to locate in your camera case or bag, while also evoking the red record button iconic in filmmaking. The cap has been designed to lock into place regardless of orientation, allowing you to install and remove it with ease.”


Colored anodized aluminum body caps for M-mount cameras are available on eBay and Etsy.

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Update: the Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for M-mount is sold out, LTM mount still available, next batch is coming in March

By LR admin | Published: February 18, 2026


The Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for Leica M-mount already sold out in just a few hours. Currently, only the Mandler 35mm f/2 “7 elements” aluminum LTM-mount lens is in stock (in both silver and black finishes):


Update – all variants are now sold out.

The next batch is coming in March. Bookmark this page for future reference.


Additional information on the lens can be found here:

You can now buy the new Mandler 35mm f/2 lens for M-mount – a complete reproduction of the optical formula of the original Leica Summicron 35mm f/2 7-element lens

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You can now buy the new Mandler 35mm f/2 lens for M-mount – a complete reproduction of the optical formula of the original Leica Summicron 35mm f/2 7-element lens

By LR admin | Published: February 17, 2026





The Chinese lens manufacturer Mandler has opened its online store, and you can now purchase the new Mandler 35mm f/2 lens for the Leica M-mount – a complete reproduction of the optical formula of the original Leica Summicron 35mm f/2 seven-element lens. The name “Mandler” is a tribute to Walter Mandler, who designed many legendary Leica lenses.

Update: Currently, only the Mandler 35mm f/2 “7 elements” aluminum is in stock (silver version in M and LTM mounts; black version only in LTM mount).

Update: the Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for M-mount is sold out, LTM mount still available, next batch is coming in March

Mandler also sell accessories for the new lens:


Mandler is expected to launch another new lens in July. In the future, they are planning to release 3-4 new lenses per year.

Additional informtion on the Mandler 35mm f/2 lens for Leica M-mount:

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Fifty Years of Leica Galleries (1976–2026)

By LR admin | Published: February 17, 2026

Leica Camera AG celebrates half a century of Leica Galleries (1976–2026):

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Now available: modified Schneider-Kreuznach XENON-EMERALD 50mm f/2.2 limited edition lens for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: February 16, 2026



Focus Studio in Japan is selling a modified Schneider-Kreuznach XENON-EMERALD 50mm f/2.2 lens for Leica M-mount in limited quantities priced at $999 on eBay:

The Schneider-Kreuznach XENON-EMERALD 50mm f/2.2 “M-Mount Modified” is a limited special edition lens based on the industrial lens XENON-EMERALD 2.2/50 (F-Mount specification) manufactured by Schneider-Kreuznach (Germany), modified to a Leica M-Mount rangefinder coupling at the mount adapter manufacturing factory of the Focus Studio brand “SHOTEN.”

Additional information:

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Leica digest #220

By LR admin | Published: February 15, 2026


→ Get a free WANDRD Rogue 6L Sling V1 camera bag when you spend $799+ on Laowa lenses.

 
→ First pictures of the upcoming Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 II MIX lens for Leica L-mount.


→ A new Leica M3 Lego project is available online (see previous Leica M3 Lego cameras).


→ Xiaomi is rolling out advanced, professional-grade photography features for its Leica-partnered smartphone lineup, headlined by the new Xiaomi 17 Ultra.


→ Leica is currently working on offering existing Leica customers discounts on the Leica LUX Pro subscription.


→ New on Kickstarter: CamCast – turn your camera into a smart, connected system.


→ New on Kickstarter: Shargeek 300 – the next-gen power beast.

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Rock n Roll introduces the Classic: new drum-tanned leather camera straps (chocolate, distressed red, black, distressed yellow)

By LR admin | Published: February 15, 2026

Rock n Roll introduces the Classic – a new addition of drum-tanned leather camera straps available in chocolate, distressed red, black, and distressed yellow. LeicaRumors readers can get 10% off with the coupon code LR10%! (valid for the month of February). Here are the details on the new Classic drum-tanned leather camera straps:

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