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Valbray and Leica present the EL1 Chrono

By LR admin | Published: May 22, 2014

For  the “100 years anniversary of Leica photography” Valbray and Leica officially announced the EL1 Chrono. The price for the limited edition watch (100 pieces) will be €17,990 (around $24,500):

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New: Leica M Monochrom in silver chrome finish announced

By LR admin | Published: May 22, 2014

Leica Camera announced a new Leica M Monochrom in silver chrome finish.Additional information (check price and order options):

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Breaking: new Leica M-A film camera and 28mm Summilux-M f/1.4 ASPH lens

By LR admin | Published: May 22, 2014

Westlicht revealed the mystery  item for the “100 years of Leica” special auction: a boxed set with a new Leica M-A film camera based on the Leica MP, a Leica M Monochrom and 28mm, 35mm, 50mm Summilux lenses (including a new Leica 28mm Summilux-M f/1.4 ASPH lens, previously discussed here and here). For now the new MA and […]

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New Leica books

By LR admin | Published: May 22, 2014

Several new Leica books will start shipping in the next few weeks/months. The first one is the Leica M Typ 240 – The Expanded Guide book: Amazon US  (see also all Leica books) Amazon UK  (see also all Leica books) Amazon Germany  (see also all Leica books) Amazon France  (see also all Leica books) Amazon Italy (see also all […]

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Valbray EL1 chrono watch “100 Years of Leica Photography” to be announced this week

By LR admin | Published: May 21, 2014

Watchik.com published several new photos of the design process for the upcoming Valbray EL1 chrono watch specially developed for the 100 Years of Leica Photography anniversary. The official announcement will be on May 23rd. As usual, stay tuned for detailed coverage including pricing and availability.

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Deal of the day: refurbished Leica M camera for $5,995

By LR admin | Published: May 20, 2014

Leica cameras never go on sale. The only way to save money is to buy used or refurbished. Focus Camera is currently selling refurbished black Leica M 240 cameras for $5,995 (1,000 off regular price). This camera comes with a key for Adobe Lightroom 5.

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Firmware update 1.1 for the new Leica T type 701 camera released

By LR admin | Published: May 19, 2014

Today Leica released firmware update version 1.1. for the new Leica T type 701 camera that is scheduled to start shipping next week (May 26th). A list of the included improvements in the new firmware is not available at that point. The Leica T is currently available for pre-order at: B&H Adorama Amazon Camera West […]

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