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Deal of the day: new Leica SL Type 601 camera for $2,968

By LR admin | Published: February 13, 2026

You can now get Leica SL Type 601 mirrorless camera for $2,967.99 (shipped and sold by Amazon): More Leica listings on Amazon can be found here and here. The Leica 24 SL Type 601 camera was announced 10 years ago and was originally priced at $7,450:

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Did you know about PureRangefinder.com?

By LR admin | Published: February 13, 2026

Did you know about PureRangefinder.com? If you’re exhausted by the noise of traditional forums and the flood of AI-generated content, there is a new sanctuary for your work. Recently launched, PureRangefinder.com (PRF) is quickly becoming the destination of choice for rangefinder-style photography, and it is far more than just another place to argue about gear. […]

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The Contax Planar 35/2 T* lens v2.0 for Leica M-mount by Mr. Ding is now available in black

By LR admin | Published: February 12, 2026

The Contax Planar 35/2 T* lens v2.0 for Leica M-mount by Mr. Ding is now available in black finish (initially, only the silver version was released) Previous coverage of M-mount lenses by Mr. Ding can be found here. Additional information on the Contax Planar 35/2 T* lens v2.0:

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Ending soon: 40% off all Vi Vante camera straps

By LR admin | Published: February 12, 2026

The Vi Vante sale is ending this weekend. You can get 40% off all orders purchased from their website with the coupon code LR40INTL. Here are the Vi Vante best sellers: Matador Noir (keyring mount) Bengal Lambskin Wrist Strap Sheetline Camera Strap with White Stitching Update: the camera bags are now sold out. Check out the Vi Vante website for […]

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The Leica M11-P Safari camera is now listed as discontinued

By LR admin | Published: February 11, 2026

The Leica M11-P Safari camera is now listed as discontinued: The M11-P Safari model was announed in May 2025:

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Now available: Leica porcelain espresso cups

By LR admin | Published: February 10, 2026

Leica-branded porcelain espresso cups are now available for sale at: B&H Photo Leica Miami Red Dot Cameras Additional information: Consists of 2 espresso cups and 2 saucers One cup holds 1 single espresso with milk foam 100% porcelain, White, with Leica Outline Logo 10.1 fl oz Capacity Made in Europe

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Will there be a Leica Q3 43 Monochrom camera?

By LR admin | Published: February 10, 2026

I received a cryptic message that a new Leica Q3 43 Monochrom camera will be announced within the next 12 months. I cannot confirm these rumors for now, but I’m curious what readers think about such a camera. Here is a poll: “Would you buy a Leica Q3 43 Monochrom camera?” Please enable JavaScript to […]

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