Leica Rumors - Leica news, before it happens

Oberwerth announced two new camera bags with former LSI president David Knoble: the Daily and the Overlander

By LR admin | Published: October 29, 2026

Oberwerth announced two new camera bags with the former LSI president David Knoble – the Daily and the Overlander (use code RUMORS for a discount):

Posted in Leica Accessories| Tagged Oberwerth, Oberwerth bags for Leica, Oberwerth coupon code| 9 Comments

Finally in stock: Leica MONOPAN 50 black and white negative film (35mm roll film, 36 exposures)

By LR admin | Published: October 29, 2026

The Leica MONOPAN 50 black-and-white negative film (35mm roll film, 36 exposures) is finally in stock at:

Additional information on the Leica MONOPAN 50 black-and-white 35mm photographic film can be found here:

Posted in Leica Film| Tagged film, Leica Monopan 50| 2 Comments

This Saturday: Red Dot Forum Camera Talk 100th Episode “Why We Love Leica”

By LR admin | Published: October 29, 2026

This Saturday, Red Dot Forum Camera Talk will air its 100th episode, “Why We Love Leica” (October 31, 2026, 8 pm EST):

Posted in Other Leica Stuff| Tagged Red Dot Camera Talk| 1 Comment

IDSWorks released two new products: Leica M11 modular base plate/grip with lens stand and half cases for Leica Q3 43

By LR admin | Published: October 27, 2026

IDSWorks released two new accessories for Leica M11 and Q 43 cameras:

IDSWorks modular base plate and grip with lens stand for Leica M11 cameras (available in 4 different colors):

IDSWorks half case for Leica Q3 43 cameras:

Use code “RUMORS” for 5% off select products (use this link to make the purchase)
Previous coverage of IDSWorks products:

Posted in Leica Accessories| Tagged IDS Works (Initial Design Studio)| 68 Comments

Zeiss reminds us that they are still making lenses for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: October 27, 2026

Zeiss reminds us on social media that they are still making lenses for Leica M-mount:

Here are the current Zeiss listings at B&H Photo:

Posted in Leica Lenses| Tagged third party lenses for M-mount, Zeiss, Zeiss lenses for Leica M-mount| 3 Comments

Thypoch already started their 2026 Black Friday lens deals (M-mount)

By LR admin | Published: October 26, 2026

Thypoch has already started its 2026 Black Friday deals – you can see the discounted lenses on this dedicated page (see previous coverage of Thypoch M-mount lenses). Some of the Thypoch deals are also available at B&H Photo (the M-mount lenses are listed here).

Posted in Deals, Leica Lenses| Tagged Chinese lenses for M-mount, third party lenses for M-mount, Thypoch lenses for Leica M-mount| 28 Comments

What’s next for Leica? (October 2026 update)

By LR admin | Published: October 26, 2026

Here is an updated list/recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see all previous reports here):

Leica M11-P and/or M-A Hammertone editions (expected on November 12th)
Leica M12 instead of Leica M11-R (expected in early 2027)
Leica Q3 43 Monochrom (expected in December 2026)
Leica SL3 Reporter metal gray
Leica mirrorless medium format camera
Leica M-mount lens rumors:
- Leica APO-Summicron M 50mm f/2 with close focusing
- Leica Summaron-M 35mm f/2.8
Leica L-mount lens rumors:
- Leica SL APO 135mm
- Leica SL 85mm f/1.4 (probably based on Sigma design)
- Leica SL 18-50mm
- Leica SL APO-Summicron-SL 24mm f/2 ASPH
- Leica SL 28-105mm or 24-105mm f/4

Posted in Other Leica Stuff| Tagged What's next for Leica| 46 Comments

Disclaimer: This website has no affiliation with Leica AG or any subsidiary of Leica. Please visit the official Leica website at leica-camera.com. All trademarks and brands belong to their respective owners. Disclosure: (LR) is sponsored by companies and affiliate partners that display various advertising banners and links (see our Privacy Policy). FTC link-level disclosure: consider every link on this website as an affiliate link.
Download the LeicaRumors widget (Mac)
Want to advertise on LeicaRumors.com? Contact (LR).
Copyright © 2008-2028 LeicaRumors.com