Panasonic announced a new LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5 compact prime lens for Leica L-mount

By LR admin | Published: September 17, 2026



Panasonic announced a new LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5 compact prime lens for Leica L-mount:

Additional information on the new lens:

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You can now buy the new Lailens 35mm f/3.5 lens for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: September 15, 2026



Lailens has a new 35mm f/3.5 lens for the Leica M-mount, nicknamed “The White Queen,” that pays homage to the classic British Dallmeyer 35mm f/3.5 optical design. This is a limited edition of 299 pieces.

The lens is now available for order on eBay for $599.


Here are the details on the new lenses:

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Leica released new firmware updates for M10/M11 cameras

By LR admin | Published: September 14, 2026


Leica released several new firmware updates for M10/M11 cameras:

  • Leica M11/M11-P/M11-D/M11 Monochrom/M EV1 firmware update 2.6.4
  • Leica M10-P firmware update 5.26.35.51
  • Leica M10-D firmware update 3.25.50.34
  • Leica M10/M10 Monochrom/M10-P/M10-P ASC/M10-R – firmware update XX.26.35.51

The release notes are available here.

Posted in Leica M EV1, Leica M10, Leica M10 Monochrom, Leica M10-D, Leica M10-P, Leica M10-R, Leica M11, Leica M11 Monochrom, Leica M11-D, Leica M11-P, Leica M11-R| Tagged , | 27 Comments

Leica digest #249

By LR admin | Published: September 12, 2026


→ Insta360 today announced the previously reported Luna Pro gimbal camera – the newest addition to the Luna series, co-engineered with Leica (pre-orders: Amazon | B&H Photo | Insta360 store).


→ Duracell is selling batteries for Leica M8/M9 cameras in the UK. The battery is also listed on Amazon Germany. For US readers, check this post.

→ The 50mm battle royale: Summilux M vs. APO Lanthar vs. The Undisputed SL King.


→ 3 Legged Thing launched a new modular, tactical tripod system on Kickstarter (additional information).


→ Viltrox officially unveiled several new L-mount lenses at the 2026 IBC show (previously reported here).


→ Here are some of the new products announced at the 2026 IBC show (see the full list here and this blog post).


→ Pre-orders for the new ON1 Photo RAW 2027 are now open. Use coupon code NIKONRUMORS20 for an additional discount when ordering from this link (additional information).

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Rare Leica M discount: you can now save up to $1,250 when you buy M EV1 with a lens in the US

By LR admin | Published: September 10, 2026


I don’t remember the last time we saw savings on the Leica M system. You can now save up to $1,250 when you buy the M EV1 with a lens in the US:


Leica M EV1 + Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 lens kit


Leica M EV1 + Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 lens kit

Update – the offer is also available at Leica Store Miami:


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You can now buy a Leica logo LED light-up sign for $30

By LR admin | Published: September 9, 2026

You can now buy Leica logo LED light-up signs for $30 on eBay. Several different models and sizes are available:

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Leica Camera Group 2025/26 financial report: revenue down to €573 million (-3.8%)

By LR admin | Published: September 8, 2026


Here is a recap of the latest Leica Camera Group 2025/26 financial results:

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