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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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SmallRig announced a new L-shape mount plate with a handle for the Leica Q3 camera (now available for pre-order)

SmallRig announced a new L-shape mount plate with a handle for the Leica Q3 camera (now available for pre-order): Customized Nameplate: Personalize your L-shape mount plate with handle with an engraved nameplate for a unique touch. Titanium Alloy Components: Dual-sided strap holes and screws made of titanium alloy ensure enduring strength and resilience. Silicone Grip […]

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Leica is rumored to announce a new SL 70-200mm f/2.8 lens and a Leica Extender L 2.0x

Leica is rumored to announce a new SL 70-200mm f/2.8 lens and a new Extender L 2.0x (currently, only the Leica Extender L 1.4x for Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm f/5-6.3 is available). Both extenders have been rumored for a while. I don’t know if the new 70-200mm f/2.8 will be a rebatched lens or Leica-designed. Both Panasonic […]

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