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Online bidding for the Tamarkin Spring Rare Camera Auction is now open

By LR admin | Published: May 10, 2026

The next Tamarkin Spring Rare  Auction will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Online bidding is now open. The auction catalog is available here (PDF version). Here are some of the Leica items offered in the auction:

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What’s next for Leica? (May 2026 update)

By LR admin | Published: May 8, 2026

Here is an updated list/recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see all previous reports here): No new Leica M or Leica Q models expected in 2026, only a few limited editions Leica M11-P, Q3, D-Lux 8, and APO-M 50 f/2 in Metal Gray coming soon (may not be released together) New Leica SL 44MP […]

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New Leica cufflinks now available for pre-order

By LR admin | Published: May 7, 2026

New 925 sterling silver Leica cufflinks are now available for pre-order at B&H Photo: 925 sterling silver cuff links Leica knurling on edges 17.5 mm diameter Rhodium-plated to protect against scratching and tarnishing. Each cufflink is assembled and polished by hand in Germany Unisex: one size fits all Weight: 0.63 oz / 18 g Additional […]

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First leaked pictures of the upcoming Leica M11-P, Q3, D-Lux 8, and APO-M 50 f/2 in Metal Gray

By LR admin | Published: May 7, 2026

Here are the first leaked pictures of the upcoming  Leica M11-P, Leica Q3, Leica D-Lux 8, and Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH in Metal Gray that will be officially announced on or around June 17th (initially reported yesterday): Leica is rumored to announce new M11-P, Q3, D-Lux 8 cameras, and APO-M 50 f/2 lens in Metal Gray

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Leica is rumored to announce new M11-P, Q3, D-Lux 8 cameras, and APO-M 50 f/2 lens in Metal Gray

By LR admin | Published: May 6, 2026

Leica is rumored to announce new M11-P, Q3, D-Lux 8 cameras, and APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH lens in Metal Gray. I am not sure whether those will be limited editions (the two images above are AI mockups). The rumored announcement date is the week of June 15th-19th. Update – the first leaked picxtures can be […]

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Leica M12 camera rumors recap

By LR admin | Published: May 6, 2026

Here are the latest Leica M12 camera rumors: New Gpixel sensor (which probably also means a new processor, battery, etc). The Leica M12 could come in two different versions: fixed-bottom base plate or classic removable (“Heritage” edition). Leica tested IBIS for the M12 model – not sure if it will be implemented. Leica M12 re-designed […]

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Update on the upcoming handmade, fully mechanical LTM rangefinder film camera by the Suzuki Handmade Camera Factory in Japan

By LR admin | Published: May 5, 2026

Here is an update on the latest development of the handmade, fully mechanical LTM rangefinder film camera by the Suzuki Handmade Camera Factory in Japan (previously reported here):

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