Leica Rumors

The latest discounts on photo editing software (DxO, Aftershoot, Luminar, ON1)

By LR admin | Published: June 15, 2026

DxO started a new summer sale where you can get 20% off any DxO software with the discount code SummerRumors2026 (valid for new customers only). This offer is valid from June 15th to July 10th, 2026. See the latest DxO releases here.

Use coupon code RUMORS for a 15% discount at Aftershoot. See the details on their latest major release here.

Skylum has launched a new Luminar Summer Sale with discounts of up to 70%. The campaign runs June 5-28, 2026. See the previous Skylum releases here.

ON1 Photo RAW 2026.4 has been released with a new intro promo. See the latest ON1 releases here.

Travel Photography Cheat Sheets summer sale: up to 88% off until June 30th.

Via PhotoRumors

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New Leica SL announcements in next two weeks: SL3-P, Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4, and SL 100mm f/2.8 macro

By LR admin | Published: June 15, 2026

Here are the upcoming/rumored Leica SL camera and lenses:

Leica SL3-P camera (around €6,000)
Leica Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 lens (around €5,000) – lighter and smaller than the previous version (already listed as discontinued)
Leica SL 100mm f/2.8 macro lens (around €2,500) – probably based on the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art or the Panasonic LUMIX S 100mm f/2.8 Macro

I am not sure if both new lenses will be released at the same time as the camera. The official announcement is expected at the end of June (or in the next two weeks).

Posted in Leica Lenses, Leica SL3-P| Tagged L-Mount, Leica L-mount, Leica SL 100mm APO macro lens, Leica SL3-P, Leica Summilux SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH lens| 1 Comment

Leica digest #236

By LR admin | Published: June 14, 2026

→ The new Leica M Safari Green lenses are now in stock: Leica Store Miami (free next-day shipping) | B&H Photo | RedDotCameras| Rangefinder.

→ New: Shoten Tribute 01 LTM 50mm f/1.1 lens for Leica M-mount (check also their eBay store).

→ Peak Design is offering up to 50% off on selected products until June 30th – see the discounted item at B&H Photo.

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Coming soon: Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 APO double aspherical lens for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: June 13, 2026

The founder of Light Lens Lab, Mr. Zhou, confirmed that his company will release a new LLL 35mm f/2 APO double aspherical lens for Leica M-mount. Here is what we know:

The production of a small batch of lenses has already started
The lens will be officially released soon
This lens has been in development for over three years
The first batch will only be available in a titanium alloy
Eleven lens elements, four aspherical surfaces, including a floating element
On paper, the optical specifications (MTF chart) surpass those of the original Leica lens (according to Mr. Zhou)

My understanding is that Mr. Zhou designed a completely new 35mm f/2 APO 2AA lens. It is deeply inspired by the rendering and compact size of the original Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH lens (see previous coverage), but it uses a unique optical formula to respect Leica’s patents while aiming for similar clinical sharpness and close-focus performance (0.3 meter).

You can get 5% off on LLL lenses with the coupon code RUMORS when you purchase from this link.

The latest Light Lens Lab lens announcements can be found here:

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New: Wahei Optical Peace 35mm f/1.4 E41 classical silver chrome “Steel Rim” lens for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: June 12, 2026

Shouten Koubou in Japan started selling a new Wahei Optical Peace 35mm f/1.4 E41 classical silver chrome “Steel Rim” lens for Leica M-mount that pays homage to the original Leica Summilux 35mm f/1.4 Steel Rim. The lens is currently available for purchase on eBay.

The Wahei Optical Peace 35mm f/1.4 lens was first debuted at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan:

Two new M-mount lenses will make a world premiere at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan this week: DK-Optic CHIARO 75mm f/1.9 & Optics PEACE 35mm f/1.4 E41

Technical specifications:

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Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH “Classic Line” glossy black lens review by Leica Images

By LR admin | Published: June 12, 2026

Leica Images published their review of the glossy black Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH “Classic Line” lens ($5,000). Here is a quick recap:

Lacquered glossy black brass construction with a vintage aesthetic
Develops a natural brass patina over time
Comes with a round, removable glossy black vintage-style lens hood that adds to the “bling”
Feels special and cohesive on a black Leica M11 body
Surprisingly sharp and crisp on the point of focus even at f/1.4, with excellent micro-contrast
Rich, saturated colors and nice warmth in many scenes
Some green fringing and flare in strong backlit situations (easily corrected in Lightroom/PhotoLab)
Performs better than expected from a “classic” formula – a nice balance of vintage glow and modern usability
Creamy, smooth, cinematic bokeh that “melts” backgrounds into a watercolor-like wash
Natural, gradual fall-off with beautiful 3D pop and subject separation
Avoids the harsh, nervous, or double-edged bokeh of some modern lenses
Gives images an immediate cinematic atmosphere and timeless human quality
Sample photos
Conclusion: