Category Archives: Leica Lenses

Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” M-mount lens production and design update

By LR admin | Published: September 7, 2026

Here is a recap of the latest production and design updates for the Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount (as of September 6, 2026):

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Leica Summicron-M 66 f/2 limited edition lens officially announced

By LR admin | Published: September 3, 2026

The previously rumored Leica Summicron-M 66 f/2 limited edition lens is now officially announced. For pricing and availability, check our sponsors: Americas Europe Asia B&H Photo Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection WEX Photo Red Dot Cameras Calumet Foto Koch Rangefinder Map Camera Additional information from Reddotforum:

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Leica Summicron-M 66 f/2 limited edition lens announcement rumored for tomorrow – here is what to expect

By LR admin | Published: September 2, 2026

Tomorrow, Leica is rumored to announce a new Summicron-M 66 f/2 limited edition lens – here is what to expect:

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The new Leica APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lens is now available for pre-order

By LR admin | Published: September 1, 2026

The new Leica APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lens is now available for pre-order: Americas Europe Asia B&H Photo Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection WEX Photo Red Dot Cameras Calumet Foto Koch Rangefinder Map Camera Additional information Previous coverage Press release: Announced: Leica SL3-P, Summilux SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH, and APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8

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Mandler 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH E46 lens for Leica M-mount: final official information, release date, and pricing

By LR admin | Published: August 31, 2026

Here is the final official information on the upcoming Mandler 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH E46 lens for Leica M-mount (previous coverage | product page | additional information): Pricing Black aluminum (290g): $368 Silver gray chrome-plated brass (385g): $548 Announcement time: London time: September 20th, 2026, 3 pm NYC time: September 20th, 2026, 10 am For most […]

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New Leica Summicron-M 66 f/2 lens confirmed: leaked picture and details

By LR admin | Published: August 28, 2026

I can now confirm the rumored Leica Summicron-M 66 f/2 limited edition lens – here are the updated details: Based on one of the rarest and most historically significant lenses in the Leica M-System: the Elcan 66 mm f/2 (never released for public sale) A spy lens originally developed by Dr. Walter Mandler at Ernst […]

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Leica rumored to announce a new Elcan 66mm f/2 limited edition lens next week on September 3rd

By LR admin | Published: August 27, 2026

Leica is rumored to announce a new Elcan 66mm f/2 limited-edition lens next week, on September 3rd (Thursday). The new model will be part of the vintage/historical/heritage/classic collection. Only 660 pieces will be produced, and the price is expected to be around 9,000 dollars/euros. Additional information on the original Elcan 2/66mm:

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