The Artralab 28mm f/2.8 Φ28 full-frame lens for Leica M-mount is now available in two new finishes: glossy black paint and brass. You can use the coupon code “Leicarumors” to save about $26 per lens when purchasing from this link.
Some Artralab lenses are also sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.
Artra Designs also recently released a new Camera One photography-inspired watch:
Additional informtion on the Artralab 28mm f/2.8 lens for Leica M-mount can be found here:
The Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens is now back in stock and open for pre-order (limited quantities). The Mandler 35mm f/2 is a complete reproduction of the optical formula of the original Leica Summicron 35mm f/2 seven-element lens. The name “Mandler” is a tribute to Walter Mandler, who designed many legendary Leica lenses. Previous coverage of the lens can be found here.
Update – the M version is already sold out again. The LTM version is still available.
Here are the most popular LeicaRumors posts for March 2026 (sorry for the delayed post – I was traveling earlier this month):
→ The “I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras raised over $800k on Kickstarter (additional information).
→ The German company SPINN.DESIGN launched a new ProWrapp Impact+ gear wrapper with max shock resistance.
→ New Leica SL2 cameras now sell for $4,664 on Amazon (shipped and sold directly by Amazon).
→ New Venus Optics Laowa gift card savings offer:
→ The upcoming Insta360 Luna camera is co-engineered with Leica.
→ Leica Stories: a follow-up conversation with Jay Cassario.
→ 7Artisans to announce a new AF 135mm f/1.8 full frame lens for L-mount.
→ Here is the latest updated Panasonic Lumix S lens roadmap (L-mount).
The “I’m Back Roll APS-C” digital back sensor for film cameras has a special solution for Leica M film cameras. The Kickstarter project, which raised almost $800k, is compatible with Leica M film cameras – here is how they did it:
Leica Camera Japan announced the release of a special 100-unit limited edition Leica M-A Hammertone “Leica Store Ginza 20th Anniversary” camera to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the opening of Leica Store Ginza. Based on the mechanical rangefinder Leica MP, the battery-free film M-A camera features the distinctive gray Hammertone paint finish on the top cover and base plate, an engraved “20 JAHRE” marking on the front body, and the classic Leica logo on the top cover. The new model will be available starting April 25, 2026, exclusively at Leica stores in Japan.
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Owlkrown introduced several new Leica accessories:
Owlkrown Solo Plate for Leica M11 & M-EV1: engineered to solve a problem every Leica M shooter knows, front-heavy setups that tip forward the moment you set the camera down – the SoloPlate eliminates that:
Owlkrown FlexGrip Handle Set for Leica Q2, Q3, M11 & M-EV1: machined from solid aluminum or brass, available in 4 different finishes: black chrome, silver chrome, solid brass, black patina:
Owlkrown Noboru Leather Camera Strap: handmade from premium Italian leather:
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