Monthly Archives: September 2009

Already a firmware update for the new Leica M9

There is already a Leica M9 firmware update v1.002 available on Leica’s website:

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Leica broadcast videos

Update: fulll video from Leica:    

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Leica M9 & Leica X1 links, reviews, etc.

I will also be updating those links throughout the day, check back again: Leica M9 test shots: More Leica M9 test shots: Leica M9 – sample images Leica M9 and its full frame competitors – RAW comparison Leica M9 hands-on preview (dpreview) Leica M9 microsite Gizmodo hands on with M9 & X1 H2H First Look: […]

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Live blogging the Leica 09.09.09 event (Leica M9, Leica X1)

This post will be updated multiple times today. Just keep hitting the refresh button on this post/page to get the latest. 9:43 – Seal had an early sample of the Leica M9 9:41 – Seal (big Leica fan) is speaking… 9:37 – the third product is the S2… false alarm… no R10 9:35 – introducing […]

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Official Leica X1 specs

X1 specs High performance compact camera Design in same tradition of the classical Leica camera 12.2 megapixels, large APS-C size CMOS Sensor, 23.6 x 15.7 mm Exceptionally fast wide angle, Leica Elmarit 1:2.8/24 ASPH Lens (equivalent to 36mm in 35mm format) Fast autofocus with simple, intuitive controls and image stabilizer Automatic and manual options Built-in […]

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Official Leica M9 and Leica X1 US prices and final details

I guess the live blogging will start a little bit earlier. The latest rumors: Leica M9: $6,995 msp ships September, will not need uv-ir, will use regular m8 accessories. Leica X1: $1,995 msp ships January. The Leica X1 is AF, has VR, 12mp cmos sensor and available with optional viewfinder, ever ready case, grip etc.

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Do we know everything about tomorrow? No!

Leica AG just posted this on twitter: Make sure you register for the webcast tomorrow – here is the link or just visit LeicaRumors tomorrow at 9:00 am (EST), I will have live coverage/updates from the broadcast. I like their sense of humor 🙂

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Leica X1 creates more excitement than the Leica M9? (poll)

Based on the online discussions, it seems that the expected Leica X1 camera creates more buzz than the full frame Leica M9. Here are some polls to set the record straight: Which of the expected Leica cameras you find more exciting? (leicarumors.com)(polling) Are you planing on buying any of the new Leica cameras? (leicarumors.com)(opinion) I […]

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