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Capture One 22 version 15.2.0 released, currently $120 off

By LR admin | Published: April 9, 2022

Capture One officially released a major new version 15.2.0. For a limited Capture One is $120 off only at B&H (offer ends April 11 at 8:59 AM EDT): Here are the details on the latest Capture One version 15.2.0:

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Leica digest #92

By LR admin | Published: April 9, 2022

→ Wise introduced a new series of V90 standard SDXC UHS-II memory cards in 128GB, 256GB, and the world’s first 512GB. → Hodinkee: hands-on exploring new brand territory with the Leica L2 watch. → KUVRD has a new product on Kickstarter – a teeny cleaning tool for lenses & screens: “Universal Glass Cleaners. Safely clean any […]

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Just announced: Leica Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH matte black paint finish limited-edition lens

By LR admin | Published: April 7, 2022

Leica just announced a new robust, limited-edition version of the Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH lens in matte black finish – a special paint that is extremely scratch-resistant: Special scratch-resistant matte black paint finish Muted green-infilled engravings Built-in retractable lens hood Black lens dot Limited to 450 pieces worldwide The price is $4,495 – $500 cheaper […]

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New: MS Optics Sonnetar 50mm f/1.3 lens for Leica M-mount by Mr. Miyazaki

By LR admin | Published: April 6, 2022

There is a new MS Optics Sonnetar 50mm f/1.3 lens for Leica M-mount from Miyazaki San (priced around $900) – here are the Google translated details:

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Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2022 jury and nominator announcement

By LR admin | Published: April 5, 2022

Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2022 Leica Camera is once again presenting the renowned Leica Oskar Barnack Award. With the announcement of the jury, the selection process for the photography award moves into its final phase. This year, the Leica Oskar Barnack Award (LOBA) enters into its 42nd edition. Based on the submissions made by nominators […]

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Sharpen AI v4.1, DeNoise AI version v3.6, Luminar AI v1.5.2, and Luminar Neo v1.0.4 released

By LR admin | Published: April 3, 2022

Topaz Labs Sharpen AI version 4.1 released with improved auto-select mask models, streamlined batch model downloads, and other performance enhancements (use coupon code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off). Topaz Labs DeNoise AI version 3.6 released with an updated RAW model, refreshed file saving experience, and stability improvements to bring you even better noise reduction (use coupon […]

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Red Dot Forum camera talk: Leica lingo

By LR admin | Published: April 3, 2022

In this episode of Red Dot Forum Camera Talk, Leica experts David Farkas and Josh Lehrer are breaking down common (and not so common) Leica lingo. From Summilux and Super-Elmar to Messsucher and Visoflex, they’ll offer up clear and concise meanings behind Leica camera and lens terminology:

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