Yes, you read the title correctly: the upcoming/rumored M6 film camera will have a “Leitz” red dot instead of the regular “Leica” logo engraving. This is a tribute to the early Leica M6 cameras that came with a Leitz logo (see more listings here): Based on the above rumors, I assume the new Leitz M6 […]
The previously rumored Venus Optics Laowa 58mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO full frame 2X macro lens for Leica L-mount is now officially announced and available for order: Pre-order here (coming soon to B&H) Product page Press release Technical specifications can be found here and here Sample photos:
Techart will announce a new TMX-02 adapter that can autofocus Leica M lenses on Hasselblad X cameras – check out the four small AF servo motos inside the adapter: Techart already has several autofocus lens adapters (some of them are already on version III) and they do look very similar to the above design: There are […]
The previously rumored Leica Q2 “Dawn” by Seal special edition camera is now officially announced Only 500 pieces will be available worldwide. The set includes: Leica Q2 camera with a unique Japanese woven fabric covering – each camera will have a different pattern Rope strap with the handwritten lyric Exclusive scarf by rag & bone. […]
. Viltrox announced a new and upgraded PRO version of their Canon EF/EF-S lens to Leica L-mount camera AF adapter with positive-lock EF lens mount:
Here is an updated list of rumored/expected Leica cameras and lenses (see the previous lists here):
Several Leica L-mount APS-C lenses have been listed as discontinued at Camera Kitamura (Japan) ELMARIT-TL 18mm f/2.8 ASPH. Black (Silver in stock) SUMMICRON-TL F2/23mm ASPH. APO-MACRO-ELMARIT-TL 60 mm f/2.8 ASPH. (Silver in stock) APO-VARIO-ELMAR-TL F3.5-4.5/55-135mm ASPH. SUPER-VARIO-ELMAR-TL F3.5-4.5/11-23mm ASPH. VARIO-ELMAR-TL F3.5-5.6/18-56mm ASPH. In the US, most Leica TL lenses are available at B&H Photo, but […]
