The Leitz Photographica Auction #42 catalog is now available online


The 42nd Leitz Photographica Auction catalog is now available online (the next Leica camera auction will take place on June 9-10 in Leitz-Park, Wetzlar, Germany). The PDF version can be found here:

A few more Leica items from the upcoming 42 Leitz Photographica Auction

42 Leitz Photographica Auction coming to Wetzlar on June 10


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Unusual new lens for Leica L-mount announced: AstrHori 18mm f/8 APS-C periscope probe macro lens



AstrHori announced a new 18mm f/8 APS-C periscope probe macro lens for Leica L-mount:

Additional information on the new lens is available here (check also the official Astrhori website and the Amazon Store):

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3 days only: 30% off all Skylum products (Luminar Neo, extensions, etc.)


For the next three days (May 29-31), you can get 30% off all Skylum products (Luminar Neo, extensions, etc.) with code NR30.

Skylum recently announced a new Luminar Neo cooperation with Microsoft.

The latest version of Luminar Neo is 1.9.1.

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The first Leica Q3 camera additional coverage: first reviews, accessories, unboxing and more


Check out the new Leica Q3 accessories:


From a reader (thanks Ala’a): a couple of days ago I picked up my Leica Q3 from the official Dubai Store, and today was my first day of testing the camera and its new features. As usual, when I receive new cameras, I like to test the low light capability, basically bringing to life underexposed images, and here is my first attempt, which was shot at: ISO 50, f/1.7 and 1/30 second (the photo was captured hand-held):

Leica Q3

And the same image after enhancing the exposure by a factor of +5.00 using Adobe Lightroom Classic:

Leica Q3

The first Leica Q3 camera reviews are out:

“When I say new, I don’t mean just a new number. While it looks the same, it is nearly a complete redesign retaining the familiar form factor and absolutely stellar 28mm F1.7 Leica Summilux. To sum up the Leica Q3 in a word, I would have to say wow — just wow.” (West 42)

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The new Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH 2023 version II silver lens is currently in stock at B&H



The new Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH 2023 version II silver lens is currently in stock at B&H.

Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH version I vs. version II specifications comparison:


Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH 2023 version II lens MTF chart:

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Leica digest #119


Vi Vante summer sale begins now to Monday – use discount code “SUMMER” to save 30% off the entire store.


Adobe adds AI generative fill in Photoshop.


→ Summer schedule at Tamarkin Camera:

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The ideal Leica Q3 bag by Oberwerth


THE IDEAL Q3 BAG BY OBERWERTH

– water-repellent, specially tanned, unique industrial design –

The Oberwerth Q Bag – perfectly matched to your Leica Q3! The specially tanned, water-repellent bag, made from unique Oberwerth Hydro leather, creates a one of its kind pearl off effect and offers ideal protection for the Leica Q3. The bag from our Hydro Line impresses with its stylish, elegant look and a velvety, alcantara-like feel. A real treat for all senses. The handmade bag is excellently padded and offers your camera ideal protection in all situations.

Get a 10% discount on all Oberwerth Q bags now with code RUMORSQ3 – just enter the code at checkout and you will be credited 10% on your Q Bag.


The Oberwerth Q Bag is perfectly adapted to the Leica Q3 (Q1/Q2) and impresses, despite its compactness, with a large main compartment and enough space for accessories such as chargers, cables, SD cards and much more!

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Leica Q3 vs. Leica Q2 specifications comparison


Leica Q3 ($5,995) vs. to Leica Q2 ($5,795) specifications comparison from B&H Photo:

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