Leica Rumors

Leica digest #156

By LR admin | Published: July 26, 2024

→ Hobolite announced new Avant Max and Mini Max Bi-Color LED lighting kits (for additional information and international shipping, check the official Hobolite website).

→ Released in Japan: Motor Magazine Company “Cameraman Returns EX Leica Fanbook”.

→ In addition to Video AI Pro, Topaz also released a new Gigapixel PRO version for professionals with high-quality upscaling, commercial licensing, and CLI support. Additional information is available here.

→ ON1 released Photo RAW 2024 version 2024.5.1, which includes some enhancements and new AI models for noise reduction. ON1 Photo RAW 2024 is currently up to 50% off with coupon SUMMER24 (expires July 30th). Additional information is available here.

→ Adobe released the July update for Photoshop that includes many new features, including a prompt AI image generator (additional information):

The latest Adobe CC subscription plan rates can be found here. The different Adobe Creative Cloud options are described here. Additional information on Photoshop and Lightroom is available on this page. Adobe Creative Cloud subscription can be purchased directly from B&H Photo or Amazon.

→ PictureCorrect composition cheat sheets summer sale.

→ Gura Gear released a new Kiboko City Commuter 18L+ limited edition camera bag in Slate Grey (additional information).

The Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH lens is finally in stock

By LR admin | Published: July 24, 2024

After more than 3 years, the Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH lens is finally in stock at

Additional information on the lens can be found here:

Leica D-Lux 8 camera open source code available for download UPDATED

By LR admin | Published: July 23, 2024

It seems that the new Leica D-Lux 8 camera is open source, and the code is available for download on Leica’s website for free (direct link):

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Kamerakraft LMGRIP grip version 3.0 for Leica M film cameras now open for pre-orders

By LR admin | Published: July 22, 2024

The Kamerakraft LMGRIP grip version 3.0 for Leica M film cameras is now open again for pre-orders. Kamerakraft opens their orders in batches. The next batch (after this one) will open in October 2024. Here are the details on the new LMGRIP grip version 3.0:

Full Aluminium 6061 build, high-class (12.9) fasteners.
Compatible with each and every film Leica M body, except the M5. This includes the Leica M1, M2*, M3*, M4, M4-2, M4-P, M6, M6TTL, M7, MP, MA, MD, and MD2 (MD’s are compatible only with non-scientific baseplate).
Four SR44 / LR44 battery compartments so that you won’t have any excuses when your batteries suddenly die.
Tripod quick lock rail (ARCA standard) to stop messing with your clumsy and uncentered tripod screw.
One bottom wrist strap lug to prevent your fingers from being jammed in your previous goddamn strap.
Beautiful aesthetics that won’t ruin your beautiful Leica slim line!
A grippy profile that will let you hold your camera with only two fingers.
3×2 options available: Black (anodized), Silver (anodized), or Glossy Black Paint that you can combine with a walnut or matte black aluminum handle.

Improvements over the previous version 2.0:

Overall finish, adjustments
Improved design of the wrist strap lug and locking screw
Lighter

Kamerakraft now also sells camera straps:

Additional pictures:

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The new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount is now open for pre-orders

By LR admin | Published: July 21, 2024

The new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount is now open for pre-order at B&H Photo

There are also new Pixii diopter correction eyepieces:

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The new Leica D-Lux 8 camera lost some features that were present in the previous D-Lux 7 model

By LR admin | Published: July 21, 2024

Macfilos noticed that the new Leica D-Lux 8 camera lost some features that were already present in the previous D-Lux 7 model:

Step-zoom: the option to set the zoom lever to jump to traditional focal lengths — 28, 35, 50, and 75mm
Zoom function on the lens: the focus ring on the lens can no longer be assigned to the zoom function
Operation-lock feature: the operation lock feature (which is common to all Panasonic Lumix cameras, including the LX100, on which the D-Lux is based) enables one-button locking of a custom set of features

Update: It seems that the panorama feature is also no longer available.

Check Leica D-Lux 8 availability at:

Americas	Europe	Asia
Adorama / B&H Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection	Leica Store Lisse Red Dot Cameras Park Cameras \| WEX Photo Foto Koch	Rangefinder Map Camera

Previous coverage of the new Leica D-Lux 8 camera can be found here:

Leica D-Lux 8 vs. Leica D-Lux 7 specifications comparison

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Meike 85mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens for Leica L-mount officially announced, currently in stock

By LR admin | Published: July 20, 2024

The previously reported Meike 85mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens for Leica L-mount has been officially announced. It is currently in stock and available to ship internationally ($499).