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DxO Mark tested the sensor of the new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: April 27, 2025

DxO Mark released the sensor test scores/ranking of the new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount (now in stock in the US):

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Additional information on the new Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm f/1.2, 40mm f/1.2, and 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical lenses for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: April 27, 2025

Cosina released additional informtion on the three new lenses for Leica M-mount that were announced in February (the fourth lens is already available for pre-order) Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm f/1.2 Aspherical IV (￥135,000, coming in May) Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical II (￥125,000, coming in June) Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm F1.2 Aspherical II (￥135,000, coming in May) […]

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Leica digest #180

By LR admin | Published: April 26, 2025

→ New Viltrox Z1 retro camera flash announced (additional information): B&H Photo | Amazon. → Kipon released firmware V1.1 for the Leica S-GFX AF adapter. → Think Tank Photo Sling Bags Sale. → Panasonic joins the Content Authenticity Initiative. → Blazar confirmed that they will soon announce new L-mount anamorphic AF lenses. → Leica Camera acquiring Leica […]

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Leica Camera celebrates 100 years of the Leica I camera with special events in New York City on Saturday, May 3

By LR admin | Published: April 25, 2025

  In partnership with the Meatpacking Business Improvement District, Leica Camera will celebrate 100 years of the Leica I camera with special events in New York City on Saturday, May 3, 2025. “100 Years of Leica: Witness to a Century” Celebration to Commemorate a Camera That Changed The World 100 Years of Leica event on May 3, […]

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Now in stock: Leica Noctilux M 50mm f/1.2 Heritage edition lens (glossy black paint finish)

By LR admin | Published: April 24, 2025

The latest Leica Noctilux M 50mm f/1.2 Heritage edition lens (glossy black paint finish) is now in stock at: Adorama B&H Photo (sold out already) Rangefinder Maybe a last chance to get one before the price increase on May 1st. Officially announced: Leica M11 camera and Noctilux 50mm f/1.2 ASPH lens in glossy black paint Leica US […]

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Thypoch released new Simera 28mm & 35mm f/1.4 lenses for Leica M-mount with a new Focus Tab Type II Version

By LR admin | Published: April 24, 2025

Thypoch released new Simera 28mm f/1.4 and Simera 35mm f/1.4 lenses for Leica M-mount featuring a new Focus Tab Type II Version. These versions have the same optical design as the infinity lock version. The only differences are the focusing mechanism and pricing. The new lenses are now available for pre-order at B&H Photo. Thypoch […]

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Leica US price increase officially announced for May 1st

By LR admin | Published: April 23, 2025

The previously reported Leica price increase (see this and this post) resulting from the new tariffs introduced by President Trump is now officially announced and will take effect on May 1st. If you are planning on purchasing new Leica gear, now would be a good time to do so – read the details at the bottom of this […]

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