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Leica digest #156

→ Hobolite announced new Avant Max and Mini Max Bi-Color LED lighting kits (for additional information and international shipping, check the official Hobolite website). → Released in Japan: Motor Magazine Company “Cameraman Returns EX Leica Fanbook”. → In addition to Video AI Pro, Topaz also released a new Gigapixel PRO version for professionals with high-quality upscaling, commercial licensing, and CLI […]

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The Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH lens is finally in stock

After more than 3 years, the Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH lens is finally in stock at Adorama B&H Photo Reddotcameras WEX Photo Additional information on the lens can be found here:

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Leica D-Lux 8 camera open source code available for download *UPDATED*

It seems that the new Leica D-Lux 8 camera is open source, and the code is available for download on Leica’s website for free (direct link):

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Kamerakraft LMGRIP grip version 3.0 for Leica M film cameras now open for pre-orders

The Kamerakraft LMGRIP grip version 3.0 for Leica M film cameras is now open again for pre-orders. Kamerakraft opens their orders in batches. The next batch (after this one) will open in October 2024. Here are the details on the new LMGRIP grip version 3.0: Full Aluminium 6061 build, high-class (12.9) fasteners. Compatible with each […]

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The new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount is now open for pre-orders

The new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount is now open for pre-order at B&H Photo There are also new Pixii diopter correction eyepieces:

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The new Leica D-Lux 8 camera lost some features that were present in the previous D-Lux 7 model

Macfilos noticed that the new Leica D-Lux 8 camera lost some features that were already present in the previous D-Lux 7 model: Step-zoom: the option to set the zoom lever to jump to traditional focal lengths — 28, 35, 50, and 75mm Zoom function on the lens: the focus ring on the lens can no […]

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Meike 85mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens for Leica L-mount officially announced, currently in stock

The previously reported Meike 85mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens for Leica L-mount has been officially announced. It is currently in stock and available to ship internationally ($499). Meike lenses are sold also at Adorama, Amazon and B&H Photo. Additional information:

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Leica Camera opens its largest store in Melbourne, Australia

Leica Camera recently opened its largest store in Melbourne, Australia. Here are the details:

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