In addition to the new M-P, there is another Leica news today: I just received this email from Leica Store Miami – the price of the black and silver chrome Leica M 240 cameras will go up to $7,250 on September 1, 2014:
“Price Increase on Leica M (Typ 240)
Leica Camera has announced that effective September 1, 2014 there will be a price increase on the Leica M (Typ 240) camera in both black and silver chrome.
Currently, both cameras are priced at $6,950. Starting September 1, 2014 both will be priced at $7,250. To purchase a Leica M (Typ 240) at the current price of $6,950 your order must be placed before September 1, 2014.”