Leica Rumors

The Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 lens for L-mount is now available

By LR admin | Published: August 25, 2026

As previously reported, the new Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 lens for L-mount is now available for purchase at B&H Photo:

Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/22
Versatile All-in-One Zoom
Minimum Focusing Distance: 13.8″
9-Blade Diaphragm
Weather-Sealed Design
USB-C Port for Firmware Updates

Samyang already has the 35-150mm f/2-2.8 (additional information) and 14-24mm f/2.8 (additional information) lenses for Leica L-mount.

Samyang joined the L-Mount Alliance in 2023.

Previous coverage of the 60-180mm f/2.8 lens can be found here:

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All three new Leica metal gray cameras are now in stock: Q3, M11-P, and D-Lux 8

By LR admin | Published: August 25, 2026

The latest Leica Q3 M11-P D-Lux 8 metal gray cameras are currently in stock at:

Additional information on the Leica metal gray cameras can be found here:

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Rock n Roll released four new camera straps from the Hard Rock Collection

By LR admin | Published: August 25, 2026

Rock n Roll Straps & Bags has introduced the Hard Rock Collection, a new series of four handcrafted camera straps made from Italian full-grain leather.

Designed around Leica M, Q, and SL camera systems, the collection combines two distinctive perforation patterns—Grid and Dots—with two different strap widths.

The perforated construction reduces weight and improves airflow around the neck and shoulder area, creating a lighter and more breathable feel during longer periods of carry.

Additional information:

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New DK-Optic Chiaro 50mm f/1.9 limited edition lens for Leica M-mount launched in Japan (blue-coated and uncoated versions)

By LR admin | Published: August 24, 2026

A new DK-Optic Chiaro 50mm f/1.9 lens for Leica M-mount (limited to 150 units worldwide), available in both blue-coated and uncoated versions, was launched in Japan. The new lens is currently listed for sale on eBay (see all DK-Optic eBay listings). The official website currently lists only the uncoated version.

You can use coupon code DKOPTIC202607 for $100 off on the official website.

You can find previous coverage of DK-Optic lenses here.

Additional information on the new lens:

Posted in Leica Lenses| Tagged Chinese lenses for M-mount, DK-Optic, DK-Optic Chiaro 50mm f/1.9, third party lenses for M-mount| 19 Comments

Leica digest #246

By LR admin | Published: August 23, 2026

→ After the end of the Kickstarter campaign, the new Peak Design Field Bracket for Leica Q3 cameras is now available for sale at B&H Photo.

→ The new TTartisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo lens will also soon be released for L-mount (additional information).

→ The new Brightin Star APO M 35mm f/1.7 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount with 60MP clarity and 307° precision focus in an ultra-lightweight 260g body has already raised $72,480 on Kickstarter (early bird specials available). Additional information on the new is available here.

→ The Thypoch Ksana 21mm f/3.5 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount has already been tested on Leica M10-R, Leica M10-P, Leica M3, and Sony A7R II cameras (order at B&H Photo and the Thypoch store; use code THYPOCH for 5% off when buying from this link). Pictures credit: Fred Miranda.

→ Viltrox displayed four new Air full-frame autofocus lenses for L-mount (see the currently available Viltrox lenses for L-mount):

Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 L
Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 L
Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 L
Viltrox AF 14mm f/4 L

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Coming soon: Mandler 50mm f/1.4 E46 PRE-ASPH lens for Leica M-mount price and specifications revealed

By LR admin | Published: August 22, 2026

After the 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements”, Mandler will soon release a new 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH “E46” lens for Leica M-mount based on the legendary Leica SUMMILUX‑M 1:1.4/50 PRE‑ASPH lens designed by Dr. Walter Mandler: