Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 “SP-II” lens for Leica M-mount now in production

By LR admin | Published: February 6, 2026




I first reported on the new Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 “SP-II” lens for Leica M-mount back in 2024. A month ago, I published additional detailed informtion ont he new lens.

Previous coverage of LLL lenses can be found here (use coupon code RUMORS for 5% off when you purchase through this link).

Today, Light Lens Lab officially announced the development of the 75mm f/2 “SP-II” lens for Leica M-mount. Pre-orders will open on March first on this page.

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:

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Leica survey about future M cameras: classic removable or fixed-bottom base plate, hints at potential “Heritage” limited editions in the future

By LR admin | Published: February 5, 2026


Leica recently sent out a survey about future M digital cameras. The questions revolved around a classic removable or fixed-bottom base plate:


The survey also mentioned potential “Heritage” limited editions in the future.


Here is a poll: do you want the Leica M12 camera to have a classic removable or a fixed-bottom base plate?


Next is the list of all questions in the survey:

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New: Leica LUX case for the iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max

By LR admin | Published: February 5, 2026




Today, Leica released a new LUX case for the iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max. For pricing and availability, check our sponsors:

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Additional informtion:

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Viltrox announces their first lens for Leica L-mount: Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 (full-frame)

By LR admin | Published: February 5, 2026




Viltrox announced their first lens for Leica L-mount (previously reported here) – the full-frame Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 is now available for pre-orders at:

Additional information:

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11 unreleased Leica camera codenames found in the Fotos app source code

By LR admin | Published: February 4, 2026


Someone on Reddit was looking through the Android Fotos app source code and found new reference codenames for potentially 11 unannounced/new Leica cameras:

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The new DJ Optical 50mm f/1.0 lens for Leica M-mount is now available for purchase online

By LR admin | Published: February 3, 2026



The new DJ Optical 50mm f/1.0 lens for Leica M-mount is now available for purchase on eBay and Aliexpress.

The lens was announced last year:

DJ-Optical launched a 50mm f/1.0 lens for Leica M mount

Additional information on the new lens:

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“Draht” is a new Swiss-made minimalistic grip for Leica M cameras

By LR admin | Published: February 2, 2026


Draht is a new, Swiss-made, minimalistic hand grip developed specifically for Leica M cameras (M10 and M11):


Use code LEICARUMORSMMD5 to get 5% off your purchase from the online store.

Additional information:

Millimetric Design introduces draht: a Swiss-made grip shaped by balance, geometry, and restraint

Swiss-based design studio Millimetric Design (mmD) has quietly introduced draht_424[d], a minimalist camera accessory that approaches handling from an unusual direction: not by adding mass or complexity, but by reducing the object to its most essential function. Founded in London in 2023 and now split between England and Montreux, Switzerland, the studio works across objects, systems, and experiences, guided by a clear principle: making logic, form, and meaning speak the same language.

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