Monthly Archives: June 2011

Leica Camera AG and Magnum Photos present a new multimedia essay

Another press release from Leica: Alex Majoli presents the everyday life of a gondolier in Venice through images of unmatched brilliance Solms, Germany (June 23, 2011) – Leica Camera AG announces the debut of a multimedia essay shot by Magnum Photographer Alex Majoli. The inspirational project stems from Leica’s recent partnership with Magnum Photos and […]

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A Decisive Moment in Paris: Leica Camera & Magnum Photos (video)

A Decisive Moment in Paris: Leica Camera & Magnum Photos from leica camera on Vimeo. On Tuesday, 21 June Leica Camera and Magnum Photos gathered distinguished guests at the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild in Paris. The event began with a panel discussion entitled “Crises and catastrophes in pictures. What justifiable role can photojournalism play in […]

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Leica Camer AG and Magnum Photos sign agreement on cooperation

Solms, Germany (June 23, 2011) – Leica Camera AG and Magnum Photos  announce the commencement of a series of technological and photographic projects, building upon almost a century’s worth of shared history between two world-renowned photographic institutions. The first venture showcases a number of independently produced multimedia essays by Magnum photographers.  In addition, Leica and […]

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Leica M8 firmware update 2.014 is out

The new firmware update version 2.014 is now available for download (under “updates”). The improvements are: Support of the new lens Leica Super-Elmar-M 21mm/f3.4 Optimization of internal processes

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Leica to launch a new compact mirrorless system camera at Photokina 2012

In an interview with BJP and AP, Leica’s chairman Dr. Andreas Kaufmann and CEO Alfred Schopf confirmed that they will be announcing a new compact mirrorless system camera (EVIL) at Photokina 2012, something I have been reporting here on LeicaRumors for a while. Some quotes: “It’s more than an idea, you will see something at the next Photokina. […]

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Leica M9-P now available for pre-order

Adorama just started taking pre-orders also for the Leica M9-P chrome + black and the new silver grip: Leica M9-P Silver Chrome Leica M9-P Black Leica hand grip M for the M8.2, M9 and M9-P, Silver See also the Leica Super Elmar M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH lens pre-order options.

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Leica Super Elmar M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH lens now available for pre-order

Adorama is now taking pre-orders for the Leica Super Elmar M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH lens:

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Leica M9-P promotional videos (updated)

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