Akara Labs released updated and improved Slim Skin cases for Leica M11 cameras. The new versions now come with a subtle pebble leatherette texture, permanent USB-C port access, and a wider fit range. Alongside the M11 and M11-P, the new version now also fits the M11-D, the M11 Monochrom, and the EV1. Two main […]
You can now buy a set of Leica repair tools on eBay:
Leica released new firmware updates for the D-Lux 8, SL2, SL2-S, and all Q3 models: Leica D-Lux 8 Firmware Update Version 1.9.0 Leica SL2 + SL2-S Firmware Update Version 6.3.0 Leica Q3 Firmware Update Version 4.1.1
I can now confirm the previously reported rumor– a new Leica Q3 43 Monochrom camera is coming this Fall. I do not have the exact announcement date yet, so stay tuned for updates. Will there be a Leica Q3 43 Monochrom camera? The Leica Q is the best-selling Leica camera today
7Artisans released theL-mount version of the AF 40mm f/2.5 LITE full-frame lens (previously reported here): Orders: 7Artisans store (coming soon to B&H Photo and Amazon) Weight: 90g STM Stepping Motor AF Minimum Focus Distance: 0.4m Price: $159 Available August 6th Additional information on the lens is available here and here:
Light Lens Lab published additional information on the upcoming 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount – see this page for the full details, including sample photos. Use coupon code RUMORS for 5% off LLL lenses (order from this link). The full line of LLL M-mount lenses is available here. See previous coverage of LLL lenses here. Additional informtion on the Light […]
Keith Wee published the first review of the new DK-Optic Chiaro 1.5-inch (38mm) f/1.9 lens for Leica M-mount: The DK-Optic Chiaro 3-inch is the obvious portrait specialist. Its 76mm focal length and large image circle (it covers 645 medium format sensors) create an impressive sense of separation, but its size and field of view naturally […]
