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




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




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


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



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


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.

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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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Leica Q3 Monochrom camera now in stock


The new Leica Q3 Monochrom camera is now in stock at:

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B&H Photo
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Check out the latest Leica Q3 accessories:

New Leica Q3 Monochrom camera accessories

Owlkrown announced a new Flexgrip for Leica Q2 & Q3 cameras in black chrome (AirTag, Arca-Swiss, and more)

Tilta accessories for the Leica Q3 cameras

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Leica digest #218


Viltrox will announce its first L-mount lens on February 5th. The possible choices that have been rumored are:


→ The Panasonic Lumix S9 camera is now available in new white/silver and black/silver colors in the US (see all other available colors).


Topaz Labs released several new fidelity models across their apps. These updates focus on more natural detail, reduced artifacts, and improved consistency across different content types. The models support use cases like portraits, animals, vintage photos, and older videos. Additional information is available here.


→ New DJI RS 5 gimbal announced: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt (additional information).

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→ In addition to riflescopes, Leica is now selling Tempus 2 ASPH. 2.5 MOA red-dot sights.

The story of the photographer John Abernathy, who tossed his Leica camera to another photographer to make sure it wouldn’t be confiscated, while he was being detained and pepper-sprayed in Minneapolis: “It’s about freedom of the press”.

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