Monthly Archives: May 2024

The one and only Leica D-Lux 8 YouTube video

By LR admin | Published: May 23, 2024

Surprisingly, there is only one Leica D-Lux 8 camera video on YouTube (where are all the influencers?): Leica D-Lux 8 pre-order links: Adorama B&H Photo Park Cameras (UK) Foto Koch (DE)

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What’s new in the Leica D-Lux 8 camera?

By LR admin | Published: May 23, 2024

Leica has not yet released the full/final D-Lux 8 camera specifications (see this Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica D-Lux 8 comparison). Becuase of that, many stores do not even take pre-orders for the new mode – you can currently order the D-Lux 8 only at Adorama, B&H Photo, Foto Koch, and Park Cameras (shipping will […]

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Leica D-Lux 8 camera officially announced

By LR admin | Published: May 23, 2024

The previously rumored Leica D-Lux 8 camera is now officially announced. Additional information is available at Red Dot Forum and  Explora. Pre-orders are already open at some stores (Adorama | B&H | Park Cameras): Americas Europe Asia Adorama / B&H Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection Leica Store Lisse Red Dot Cameras Park Cameras Foto Koch Rangefinder […]

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New firmware update version 2.1.1 released for Leica M11, M11-M, and M11-P cameras

By LR admin | Published: May 23, 2024

Leica released new firmware updates version 2.1.1 for the Leica M11, M11M, and M11-P cameras. Here is the list of fixes:

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Leica Q3 now available in customizable colors? (à la carte)

By LR admin | Published: May 23, 2024

I saw a post on Instagram suggesting that the Leica Q3 camera is now available in custom colors. Has anyone been able to order a custom Q3 or customize the camera after the purchase? Maybe the service is available only in select countries? Update: The individualization of the Q3 seems to be available only in […]

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Officially announced: Panasonic Lumix S9 compact camera and a new Panasonic S 26mm f/8 lens for L-mount

By LR admin | Published: May 22, 2024

The already leaked compact Panasonic Lumix S9 camera (L-mount) and a new Panasonic S 26mm f/8 lens (L-mount) are now officially announced: Pre-orders: Adorama | Amazon | B&H | WEX | Koch | Erhardt (free 26mm f/8 lens with the purchase of Lumix S9 camera or kit) Update: there is also a new Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 […]

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New: vintage-inspired Hobolite Iris LED light with an aperture ring

By LR admin | Published: May 22, 2024

Hobolite announced a new Iris LED light with a compact design and an aperture ring: Orders: Amazon (check also the Hobolite Amazon store) B&H Photo (see all Hobolite products) Hobolite website (international shipping) Technical details (check the website for additional information):

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