Leica digest #194

Wooden Leica M3 and M6 camera replica models (scale 1:1) available for sale on eBay.

The new MAVEN WAVE 3 filters (Diopters, Mini Ring Light, Star Walker, LPL+Diffusion, H Alpha & more) have already raised almost $200k on Kickstarter in just a few days.

→ To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Leica specially released this MP limited edition camera in 2009. The gold-plated body is matched with red leather. The top cover is engraved with the red Tiananmen and Chairman Mao Zedong’s handwritten “Long Live the People’s Republic of China”. The back is engraved with red “The 60th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China” and other words, which are luxurious and elegant. The exhibition “Witness of the Century: When Leica Meets China” is on display and will last until August 25.



Kodak says it might have to cease operations



Why digital cameras are coming back.

→ Peak Design released new colors for their camera bags, pouches, and straps (check the official website for additional information).



→ Two new 200mm f/2 lenses are coming for L-mount – one from Sigma and one from Venus Optics.



→ Abercrombie & Kent teams up with Leica Camera AG.

→ Tom Holland with a Leica M3 in a Prada ad.