The Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for Leica M-mount is already sold out, but the LTM-mount lens version is currently open for pre-orders again in very limited quantities: Mandler 35mm f/2 “7 elements” aluminum (sold out again) Mandler 35mm f/2 “7 elements” chrome-plated brass (sold out again) Additional information on the lens can be found […]
The previously reported new Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 “SP-II” lens for Leica M-mount is now available for pre-order. You can use the coupon code RUMORS for 5% off when you purchase through this link. Previous coverage of LLL lenses can be found here. The new Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 SP II lens is based […]
Here are several new third-party L-mount lenses announced/on display at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (see also this page): Schneider Kreuznach x LK Samyang lenses are also coming for L-mount (Samyang recently joined the L Mount Alliance). Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG | Art lens for L-mount development announcement. The upcoming Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 and […]
Here are a few more new third-party Leica M & L mount lenses announced at the 2026 CP+ show: Brightin Star APO M 35mm f/1.7 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount (development announcement, check website for updates). 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 FF lens for L-mount (should be announced soon, check website for updates). Viltrox AF 35mm […]
As previously reported, Cosina will announce and display two new Voigtlander M-mount lens (VM) prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Pacifico Yokohama starting February 26, 2026. Here is a recap of the new/upcoming lenses:
Shotenkobo is teasing two new M-mount lenses that will make a world premiere at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan this week: DK-Optic CHIARO 75mm f/1.9 lens for M-mount This mid-telephoto lens reliably reproduces the rendering philosophy and classic appearance inspired by the classic Dallmeyer “Super Six” 3-inch F1.9 lens, using modern materials and […]
This weekend, on Saturday, Red Dot Forum Camera Talk will take an in-depth look at the newly released Leica Noctilux-M 35mm f/1.2 ASPH lens: Only slightly larger than the 35mm Summilux, the new 35 Nocti delivers optical performance approaching the 35mm APO-Summicron, and features the fastest aperture ever offered on a 35mm M lens. In […]
