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What’s next for Leica? (updated rumors recap)

By LR admin | Published: February 11, 2025

After the latest Leica announcements (M11 black paint and SL3-S), here is an updated list/recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see all previous reports here):

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Leica announced a new Sofort 2 “Burton Edition” camera with “Jake Blue” styling

By LR admin | Published: February 11, 2025

Leica announced a new Sofort 2 “Burton Edition” camera with “Jake Blue” styling: Burton Snowboards and Leica are united by a passion for bringing ideas to life and inspiring people along the way. That’s how Jake Burton Carpenter turned his hobby of snowboarding into a world-class sport. In honor of its founder, we have designed […]

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Voigtländer APO-ULTRON 90mm f/2 VM lens for Leica M-mount review

By LR admin | Published: February 10, 2025

Fred Miranda published his review of the new Voigtländer APO-ULTRON 90mm f/2 VM lens for Leica M-mount (pre-orders now open at B&H Photo | Foto Koch | Calumet Photo). Here are his final thoughts:

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100 Years of Leica event on May 3, 2025

By LR admin | Published: February 10, 2025

Leica is planning a “100 Years of Leica” event on May 3, 2025. We can expect several new products to be announced on that date (the locations will probably vary by country):

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New Broncolor RFS 3L transmitter for Leica announced with HSS support

By LR admin | Published: February 9, 2025

Broncolor has announced a new RFS 3 transmitter for Leica cameras with HSS support. Pre-order at B&H Photo Additional information:

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Leica is rumored to announce a new silver version of the Leica 50mm f/1.4 Summilux-M lens

By LR admin | Published: February 9, 2025

In addition to the M camera with EVF, this year Leica is rumored to also announce a new silver version of the Leica 50mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH black-chrome edition lens. I am not sure whether the new lens will be a limited edition or not, or whether it will be silver anodized or silver chrome. […]

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Leica LUX Grip additional information

By LR admin | Published: February 8, 2025

Some additional information on the new Leica LUX Grip from Reddotforum: Name Leica LUX Grip Article Number 18562 Material Full metal housing: Aluminium Working Conditions Charging: 10°C to +45°C Operating: -10°C to +60°C Storage: 0°C to +45°C Battery Voltage 3.7V / 0.5A Weight Approx. 130 g (including battery) Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 LE Battery Lithium-ion, 3.7V […]

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