Now available for pre-order: Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 “SP-II” lens for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: March 1, 2026




The previously reported new Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 “SP-II” lens for Leica M-mount is now available for pre-order.

You can use the coupon code RUMORS for 5% off when you purchase through this link.

Previous coverage of LLL lenses can be found here.

The new 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.

Additional information:

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Leica price increase in the US confirmed for March 13, 2026

By LR admin | Published: March 1, 2026


RedDotForum just confirmed my previous report about a new Leica price increase in the US coming on March 13, 2026. You have less than 2 weeks to lock in on the current prices:

Below is a breakdown of affected products and their corresponding price increases:

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The Leica wooden toy camera is back: now available for pre-order

By LR admin | Published: February 28, 2026





The Leica wooden toy camera is back (see previous coverage), and it is now available for pre-order at:

Details:

  • Made of beech wood with a Leica red dot logo
  • Removable lens and pressable release button
  • Size: 4.53 x 1.06 x 2.99 inches


Other third-party wooden Leica cameras can be found for sale on eBay:

     
         

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New L-mount lenses announced at the 2026 CP+ show

By LR admin | Published: February 28, 2026


Here are several new third-party L-mount lenses announced/on display at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (see also this page):


Schneider Kreuznach x LK Samyang lenses are also coming for L-mount (Samyang recently joined the L Mount Alliance).


Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG | Art lens for L-mount development announcement.

The upcoming Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 and 55mm f/1.8 EVO lenses for L-mount will be APO designs (check the website for updates). Viltrox recently joined the L Mount Alliance.

The 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 full-frame lens for L-mount is coming soon – expected at the end of 2026 with a price tag of around $800 (check the website for updates.

Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 II full-frame lens for L-mount (check website for updates).

Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses

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Megadap announced the world’s first M2RF autofocus adapter (Leica M lens to Canon RF camera)

By LR admin | Published: February 28, 2026


Megadap announced the world’s first M2RF autofocus adapter – the first-ever (Leica M lens to Canon RF camera).

Megadap adapters are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.

Key features of the Megadap M2R:

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Leica Leitzphone officially announced

By LR admin | Published: February 28, 2026



The previously reported new Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi is now officially announced.

The new Leitzphone will again not be available for sale in North America (in the US, Xiaomi phones are sold at Amazon). Check availability at our sponsors:

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Here are the main features of the new Leitzphon:

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Additional pictures of the “Draht” Swiss-made minimalistic grip for Leica M10/M11 cameras

By LR admin | Published: February 27, 2026

Here are some additional pictures of the new “Draht” Swiss-made minimalistic grip for Leica M10/M11 cameras (see this post for additional information – use code LEICARUMORSMMD5 to get 5% off your purchase from the online store):

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