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Leica M9 firmware update 1.196 is out

By LR admin | Published: July 23, 2012

The previously rumored Leica M9 firmware update 1.196 is officially out and can be downloaded directly from Leica’s website. The improvements in this release include:

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Rare Leica MP-3 LHSA camera kit with 50mm Summilux ASPH lens

By LR admin | Published: July 20, 2012

Dale Photo & Digital has a rare Leica MP-3 LHSA set with 50mm Summilux ASPH lens for sale ($13,495.00): Click on images for larger view.

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Leica S-Adapter H now shipping in the United States

By LR admin | Published: July 20, 2012

The Leica S-Adapter H has started shipping in small quantities in the US.

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Leica D-Lux 6 and Leica V-Lux 4

By LR admin | Published: July 19, 2012

The Panasonic LX7 and the FZ200 are now officially announced. Leica will most likely introduce their own versions of those cameras at Photokina (September, 2012). Leica D-Lux 6 expected specs: Lens: Lumix DC Vario, 11 elements in 10 groups 5 Aspheric; 2 ED EFL: 4.7-17.7 mm (35 mm equivalent: 24-90 mm); Aperture: f/1.4 (W) – 2.3 (T) to f/8.0 New 1/1.7″ 10.1MP […]

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Leica & Magnum Photos Present: Generation X – Werner Bischof in India and Japan

By LR admin | Published: July 19, 2012

Leica & Magnum Photos Present: Generation X – Werner Bischof in India and Japan from Leica Camera on Vimeo. In the 1950s Magnum created portfolios for “Generation X”. Every photographer was given a group project: the task of portraying the new generation in the country he was visiting. The selected individuals were each interviewed using […]

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Leica X2 video hands-on review

By LR admin | Published: July 19, 2012

Leica X2 hands-on review from DigitalRev.

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2012-2013 Leica Akademie North America workshops

By LR admin | Published: July 18, 2012

LEICA CAMERA INC. ANNOUNCES 2012 – 2013 LEICA AKADEMIE NORTH AMERICA WORKSHOPS Legendary Camera Company Assembles a Collection of Experiences, Inspiring Photographers of All Levels to Amplify Their Creativity and Skills Allendale, NJ (July 18, 2012) – Leica Camera Inc. is pleased to announce an expanded 2012-2013 schedule for the Leica Akademie, North America.  Beginning […]

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