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Leica tested IBIS for the M12 model

I received reliable information that Leica has tested IBIS (in-body image stabilization) for the upcoming M12 camera, but I’m not aware of the test’s outcome or whether IBIS will be implemented in the next M model. The Leica M12 is rumored to be announed in 2026. Back in 2022, Stefan Daniel said that in-body stabilization for […]

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Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 Z21 lens for Leica M-mount review

Fred Miranda published his review of the new Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 Z21 lens for Leica M-mount (the lens can be purchased directly from the LLL website or eBay). Here is the final review conclusion:

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New book: A Street Photography Manifesto

New book: “A Street Photography Manifesto” by Brian Lloyd Duckett. Available for order at: Amazon Rocky Nook: use code MANIFESTO for 35% off (code valid until 9/23/25): Additional information on the book:

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Two new lenses for L-mount announced: 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 & Laowa 180mm f/4.5 APO 1.5X ultra macro

Two new third-party lenses for L-mount were just announced: The previously reported 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 full-frame lens for Leica L-mount is now officially released. The price of the lens is $329, and you can order one here. Additional information can be found here: 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 full-frame lens for Nikon Z & Leica […]

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Leica digest #198

→ New Owlkrown soft release buttons “Shutter Toppers”. Owlkrown is a new US-based company that produces various accessories for cameras. You can now get 10% off any order with code LEICARUMORS10. → AstrHori has announced a new 18mm f/5.6 APS-C pancake shift lens for L-mount, featuring an improved design (see the old version here) priced at $119. You can order one on […]

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The next Tamarkin auction will take place on November 15, 2025

The next Tamarkin auction “100 YEARS OF THE LEICA” will take place on Saturday, November 15, 2025:

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New state-of-the-art, top-of-the-line Oberwerth Signature Line of camera bags launched

Oberwerth launched a new state-of-the-art, top-of-the-line Signature Line of camera bags designed explicitly for Leica cameras. Three different sizes are available, with two different colors each – black and dark brown: Oberwerth Signature Bag S (small) Oberwerth Signature Bag M (medium) Oberwerth Signature Bag L (large) You can use the coupon code RUMORS for a 10% […]

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