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

By LR admin | Published: October 6, 2023

After the silver Leica SL2 camera announcement, here is an updated list and a recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see the previous reports here):

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Sigma announced two new lenses for Leica L-mount

By LR admin | Published: October 5, 2023

Sigma released a new 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary lens and announced the development of the long-awaited 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN lens for L-mount (all previously rumored here): Pre-orders: Adorama | B&H | WEX Additional information Press releases First Look Related videos:

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Leica announced Sofort 2 – a new hybrid instant camera

By LR admin | Published: October 5, 2023

Leica officially announced the previously rumored Sofort 2 hybrid instant camera: Hybrid analog-digital instant camera with LED light printer 28mm (equivalent) f/2 Summar Lens Familiar Leica user interface and menu design 3-inch LCD Display Two shutter releases for selfies, landscapes & portraits Macro mode with 10cm (4 in.) Minimum Focusing Distance In-camera lens effects & […]

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The 5th Wetzlar Camera Auctions is starting in 3 days (October 7th)

By LR admin | Published: October 4, 2023

The fifth Wetzlar Camera Auctions is starting in 3 days on October 7th, 2023. The online catalog can be found here and here. Some of the auction’s highlights are:

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The best LeicaRumors posts for September 2023

By LR admin | Published: October 4, 2023

The best LeicaRumors posts for September 2023:

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Leica Camera is opening a permanent store location at The Shops at the Bravern in Bellevue, WA

By LR admin | Published: October 3, 2023

Leica Camera is opening a permanent store location at The Shops at the Bravern in Bellevue, WA:

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Oberwerth released the long-awaited Leica Q3 camera half-case with AirTag pocket and direct access to the battery, memory card, and USB-C port

By LR admin | Published: September 29, 2023

The Leica Q3 camera half-case from Oberwerth is finally released and available for order – handcrafted from leather, with full access to all ports and connections and an AirTag pocket:   If you use code RUMORS you can get 10% off on almost all Oberwerth products (you must use this link to order). Additional information:

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