Monthly Archives: June 2024

The latest from Luminar, ON1, DxO, and Adobe

→ Skylum released a new Luminar Neo update version 1.20 with several improvements ranging from interface tweaks to bug fixes (additional information). → The previously reported ON1 Photo RAW 2024.5 is now officially released (additional information). → To commemorate their 20th anniversary, DxO announced a new promotional offer where you can get a 20% discount on all products […]

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Leica D-Lux 8 camera reviews

A few more Leica D-Lux 8 reviews have been published online since my last post, but we still do not have the full specifications of the new camera. D-Lux 8 pre-orders are open, but the accessories are not yet officially revealed: Americas Europe Asia Adorama / B&H Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection Leica Store […]

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New Pixii camera model A3410 with Leica M-mount coming soon?

Pixii is about to announce a new camera based on this listing from their website that shows a new model A3410 (Pixii cameras are now sold at B&H Photo): Here are some more speculations on what the new camera could be:

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The Leica M11-D camera has been delayed again

The rumored Leica M11-D camera has been delayed again. It is now expected to be released in 2-3 months, most likely in September 2024. My personal guess for the delay is the widely reported Leica M11 freezing issue, but I could be wrong. I want to remind you that the FCC filing embargo for the […]

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Voigtlander announced a new COLOR-SKOPAR 50mm f/2.2 VM lens for Leica M-mount

Voigtlander announced a new COLOR-SKOPAR 50mm f/2.2 VM lens for Leica M-mount. Shipping will start in July 2024. Pre-orders will be open soon. Sample photos can be found here. Additional information:

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Leica price increase coming in the US on July 1, 2024

After Japan and Europe, a new Leica price increase is also coming to the US on July 1, 2024. The new Leica price list can be found at RedDotForum:

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Update: the rumored Leica SL 70-200mm f/2.8 lens and Extender L 2.0x will not be developed in-house

A quick update on the rumored/upcoming Leica SL 70-200mm f/2.8 lens and Extender L 2.0x: they will not be developed in-house. Leica will most likely use one of the existing Panasonic or Sigma lens designs: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports lens for  L-mount Panasonic Lumix S PRO 70-200mm f/2.8 O.I.S. lens for L-mount […]

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Leica digest #152

→ AstrHori announced a new and upgraded 28mm f/13 periprobe lens with a 360° rotating base for Leica L-mount. → The next Leicapalooza will take place at Tamarkin Camera in Chicago from July 12 – 14. → Another Leica APO-Telyt-R 1600mm f/5.6 lens report by Juza Photo. → The new Luminar mobile app for iPhone is now […]

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