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Leica M 240 firmware update 2.0.2.5 to be released soon

By LR admin | Published: June 15, 2015

Leica will soon release a new firmware update 2.0.2.5 for the M 240 camera. The links on the US website are not active yet, but the German link already has the firmware available for download. Updates in progress, stay tuned for details…

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This special edition Leica Noctilux f/1 lens comes with its own Elie Bleu humidor

By LR admin | Published: June 13, 2015

This special edition Leica Noctilux f/1 limited edition lens comes with its own humidor. After 66 bids, the currently price on eBay is $7,800. The lens was originally introduced in May, 2008 with a price tag of 10,000 Euros (the French press release can be found here): Update: the lens sold for $12,768 after 81 […]

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The Leica Q Typ 116 camera is now shipping in the US

By LR admin | Published: June 12, 2015

The Leica Q Typ 116 camera (more info | review | pre-order) is being shipped to dealers in the US today and many will have it in stock by the end of the day.

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Leica Q Typ 116 pre-order options

By LR admin | Published: June 10, 2015

Here is an updated list of stores that are already accepting pre-order for the Leica Q Typ 116 camera: B&H Adorama Leica Store Miami Leica Store SF Popflash Reddotcameras (UK) Additional info on the Q can be found here, see also our detailed hands-on review.

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Leica Q Typ 116 compact full frame camera announced

By LR admin | Published: June 10, 2015

The new Leica Q compact full frame camera with a Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH lens is now officially announced. This time we are trying something different here at LeicaRumors – we did not report any rumors in exchange for an early access to the new Q. This was just an experiment and it doesn’t mean […]

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The Leica Summilux-M 28mm f/1.4 ASPH lens is now shipping in the US, curently in stock

By LR admin | Published: June 9, 2015

I received information that the new Leica Summilux-M 28mm f/1.4 ASPH lens is now shipping in the US and is currently in stock at: Adorama AcePhoto Additional information on the 28 Lux can be found here.

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Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II price increase

By LR admin | Published: June 7, 2015

Cosina Japan announced a price increase for the Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II: starting July 1st, 2015 the price will go up by ¥9,000 (around $70). The current US price is $225.

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