Monthly Archives: December 2011

RED camera + Leica M lenses

In addition to the Leica Cinema Lenses, cinematographers can soon also use Leica M lenses on a RED camera – Pier 59 with the assistance of Leica Camera have been testing the RED DSMC Leica-M mount in New York this week. Read more on red.com and reduser.net.

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Leica Super Elmar M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH lens now shipping in the US

After it was initially delayed for some design changes, the new Super Elmar M 21mm f/3.4 ASPH lens is now finally shipping in the US. The above picture was taken in my local Leica dealer who also had the 28mm Summicron-M f/2 ASPH in stock. My other local dealer currently has the Leica Elmarit-M 28mm […]

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Today the Panasonic LX5 is 3 times cheaper than the Leica D-Lux 5

Today Amazon has a deal on the Panasonic LX5 ($269) which makes is 3 times cheaper than the Leica D-Lux 5 ($799)! The Leica D-Lux 5 and Panasonic LX5 are basically identical cameras, both manufactured by Panasonic in Japan. Check this comparison for more details.

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Top 10 LeicaRumors posts for November 2011

Those are the top 10 most visited LeicaRumors posts for November 2011: The upcoming Fuji mirrorless camera resembles Leica M9. Leica has a surprise for next year. Here are the new Leica M prices. LFI magazine promises new products coverage in their next issue. LFI magazine: “Leica will soon be presenting novelties in a variety […]

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New Leica Boutique opens tomorrow in Basel

A new Leica Boutique will open its doors tomorrow in Basel, Switzerland. For more info, visit Foto Profis Basel website.

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