Category Archives: Leica Lenses

Leica is rumored to announce a new silver version of the Leica 50mm f/1.4 Summilux-M lens

In addition to the M camera with EVF, this year Leica is rumored to also announce a new silver version of the Leica 50mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH black-chrome edition lens. I am not sure whether the new lens will be a limited edition or not, or whether it will be silver anodized or silver chrome. […]

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The Leica Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH lens is listed as discontinued in Japan

The Leica Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH lens is listed as discontinued in Japan: Kitamura Camera: discontinued products Map Camera: discontinued products, in stock Bic Camera: on sale now Yodobashi Camera: discontinued Leica Store: out of stock In the US, the Leica Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH lens is currently in stock at B&H Photo, but the […]

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First reviews of the new Artizlab Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount by Funleader (inspired by Leica’s legendary 1960s 35mm f/1.4 V2 lens)

Here are the first reviews from Asia of the new Artizlab Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount by Funleader (inspired by Leica’s legendary 1960s 35mm f/1.4 V2 lens):

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New: modified Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Componon 45mm f/4 lens for Leica M-mount

After the Schneider-Kreuznach Componon-S 50mm f/2.8 lens, the Japanese retailer Shoten Kobo (Focus Studio) released a new modified Schneider-Kreuznach APO-Componon 45mm f/4 lens for Leica M-mount in limited quantity. Additional informtion is available here:

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Now available for order: Artizlab Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount by Funleader (inspired by Leica’s legendary 1960s 35mm f/1.4 V2 lens)

The previously reported new Artizlab Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount by Funleader (inspired by Leica’s legendary 1960s 35mm f/1.4 V2 lens) is now available for pre-order. You can get 5% off your order with coupon code LEICARUMORS: Lens technical specifications and additional information:

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New 7artisan 18mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for L-mount announced ($71.20)

The previously rumored 7artisan 18mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for L mount is now officially announced and available for pre-order at Pergear (coming soon to Amazon US | Amazon CA | Amazon DE). Update – you can get the new 7artisan 18mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for E/L/Z mount for $71.20 and free shipping exclusively at Pergear with coupon code NewYear25 (limited time offer): You can […]

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The Leica 16-18-21mm f/4 Tri Elmar-M Aspherical lens (WATE) is no longer in production

I was told that the Leica 16-18-21mm f/4 Tri Elmar-M Aspherical lens (WATE) is no longer in production and can no longer be ordered by dealers. It is unclear if Leica will announce a new version of the lens. Check the current availability at: Adorama B&H Photo Amazon

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