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:
→ 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).
→ Viltrox displayed four new Air full-frame autofocus lenses for L-mount (see the currently available Viltrox lenses for L-mount):
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:
Here are the machine-translated lens details and technical information:
Mandler will soon release a new military green (safari) version of the 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for Leica M-mount:
The previously reported Brightin Star APO M 35mm f/1.7 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount is now available on Kickstarter. The new lens combines advanced optical technology with classic rangefinder aesthetics and precise manual focusing. Featuring an APO optical design and ASPH elements, it delivers excellent resolution, accurate color reproduction, and a refined image rendering style while maintaining the compact characteristics of a rangefinder lens.
Early supporters can access exclusive Kickstarter pricing, including:
The Light Lens Lab M 75mm f/2 SPII lens for Leica M-mount is now also available in silver:
The Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 SP II lens is based on the legendary Cooke Speed Panchro Series II, a classic cinema lens from the 1940s known for its distinctive soft, glowing “Cook look” and dreamlike quality, optimized by LLL for modern full-frame digital sensors while preserving that vintage Hollywood aesthetic. Here are the details:
Brightin Star officially announced the previously reported 28mm f/2.8 full-frame pancake lens in a liquid silver finish for the Leica M-mount. The intro price of the new lens is $318.99 (regular price: $358.99). Orders are now open on the official online store, with a variety of lens adapters available (coming soon to B&H Photo). You can use coupon code RUMORS for 5% when you buy from this link. Previous coverage of Brightin Star lenses is available here.
