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

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

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Leica digest #165

→ Price drop on the new Panasonic LUMIX S9 camera with Leica L-mount: Amazon | B&H Photo. → Is the compact camera dead? The market price of old compact digital cameras has increased 20-fold in one year. → New Profoto D30 monolight announced.     → SanDisk announced new 2TB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I memory cards.   […]

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Leica Noctilux 50mm f/1.2 black paint lens rumored to be announced next

Leica is rumored to announce a new Noctilux 50mm f/1.2 black paint lens re-issue by the end of 2024, most likely in December, in time for the holiday shopping season. The lens will most likely be a limited edition (just like the 2021 edition). I have already mentioned multiple times that Leica is rumored to announce […]

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Leica announced a new Cine Play 1 compact and lightweight 4K premium home cinema projector

Today, Leica announced a new Leica Cine Play 1 compact and lightweight 4K premium home cinema projector that is produced with high-quality materials and a Bauhaus-inspired design. The Leica Cine Play 1  combines a Triple RGB laser with a Summicron lens and Leica Image Optimization (LIOTM). Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo Additional information:

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New: Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/5 FFⅡ Cookie ultra-wide angle pancake lens for Leica M-mount

The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/5 FFⅡ Cookie ultra-wide angle pancake lens for Leica M-mount is now officially announced. Pre-orders will be open soon at B&H Photo and Laowa’s website. Additional information:

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The 2024 Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction will take place this Saturday

The 2024 Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction will take place this Saturday, November 9th: Download Auction Catalogue Download 2024 bidder sheet You may use the bid sheet or register for one of the online bidding portals: liveauctioneers.com invaluable.com auctionzip

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Venus Optics to release a new Laowa “cookie”/pancake lens for Leica M-mount next week *UPDATED*

Next week, on November 4th, Venus Optics is expected to announce a new Laowa “cookie”/pancake lens for Leica M-mount. Check the official website for updates, and stay tuned for detailed coverage here on LR. Update – the new lens will be Laowa FFI 15mm f/5 Cookie (M-mount) – see all the previous coverage here:

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New KEKS products: rapid-winder for Leica M2/M3 cameras, new light meter and flash

Several new products for Leica cameras were released by KEKS: KEKS Rapid-Winder for Leica M2 and M3 cameras: Crafted in Brass and Metal Comes with matching Satin Silver and Piano Black Compatible with the Leica M1, M2, M3, MP(Original) Extra Adapter is required for Leica M3 This product does not work with M3 double-stroke KEKS […]

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