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Stay tuned for an interesting surprise tomorrow…

Stay tuned for an interesting surprise tomorrow… this is all I know for now. Update: the new Leica M is now officially announced.

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Adobe released Lightroom CC 2015.3 / 6.3 with Leica SL support

Update: Adobe Camera Raw 9.3 is now also available: Windows | Mac. Adobe released Lightroom CC 2015.3 / 6.3 with support for the Leica SL (Typ 601) camera. The new version fixes also several bugs, including the instability, functionality and performance issues introduced in Lightroom CC 2015.2.x/6.2.x.

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Rumors of a new Leica Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH lens are back

I received some information that Leica is preparing to release a new, updated Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH lens. The new version will be wider, with a newly designed metal lens hood and will take E49 filters. A new Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH lens was introduced back in 2012 as part of a Leica M9-P “Meister Camera” limited edition set:

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Leica M Typ 262 camera registered in Russia and South Korea

A new Leica M Typ 262 camera was registered for certifications (Wi-Fi most likely) in Russia and South Korea. I believe it is still too early to see a new Leica M body – I expect the official announcement to be in the second half of 2016. Via Digicame-info

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Leica SL Typ 601 camera LOG gamma problems reported

Some LOG gamma issues with the Leica SL Typ 601 camera were reported online:

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Leica’s perspective on the definition, history and future of luxury (video)

What is luxury? Leica’s perspective on the definition, history and future of luxury. Watch Dr. Andreas Kaufmann’s presentation at the 7th Prestige Brands Forum 2015, organized by CEIBS in Shanghai:

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Beijing diary with the Leica MP 240 by Pierre Alivon

Beijing diary with the Leica MP 240 by Pierre Alivon: I moved to Beijing a few weeks ago and started a one-year photo project with my Leica MP 240. I focus on street life and people’s daily activities to show how life is in Beijing. I use different lenses depending on weather conditions, timing and […]

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