Category Archives: Leica M

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Leica M concept camera

Here is another Leica M concept camera, this time by Shanghai-based industrial designer Wencheng Zhang: “In that same vein, Zhang’s version of the Leica M is imagined to be precisely forged from a single block of aluminum alloy, imparting the form with a similar unibody confidence with what seems to be a cross between the […]

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Black and silver Leica MP 0.72 camera currently in stock at B&H Photo

B&H Photo currently has both black and silver Leica MP 0.72 cameras in stock: Check also the current Leica MP Amazon listings:

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The Leica M camera will be 70 years old next year – expected many new products in 2024

The Leica M camera will be 70 years old next year: the Leica M mount was introduced in 1954 with the Leica M3 (Wikipedia). Going even further back in time: in 1923, Barnack convinced Ernst Leitz II to make a preproduction run of 31 cameras to test. In 1924 Ernst Leitz decided to produce the […]

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Leica Society International sent out a survey about the long-rumored Leica M camera with a built-in EVF

Leica Society International sent out a survey to its members about the long-rumored Leica M camera with a built-in EVF:

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Just released: IDS Works modular grip for Leica M film cameras

IDS Works (Initial Design Studio) out of Hong Kong released a new grip for Leica M film cameras (Leica M3, M2, M4, M6, M7, MP, MA). Several different purchase options are available – additional information is available here:

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Silver Leica MP 0.72 film camera now in stock at B&H

  Leica M film cameras are now hot and the top of the line Leica MP model is hard to find. B&H Photo currently has a silver Leica MP 0.72 film camera in stock: Update: PopFlash also has an open box/certified Leica MP camera in stock.

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Leica M6 officially announced

The previously rumored Leica M6 camera is now officially announced. Leica M6 key features: Anti-glare 0.72x viewfinder with coated glass surfaces Solid brass top plate with scratch-resistant black finish Red Leitz Logo Original M6-style packaging New light meter indicator with battery warning Updated ISO dial with modern electronic components Black leatherette with “MADE IN GERMANY” […]

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Leica M6 matte black paint finish camera reissue pictures leaked online

A Leica store in Europe leaked the details of the upcoming Leica M6 matte black paint finish camera reissue that will be officially announced tomorrow. The UK price will be £4,500 (incl. tax). Here is the text from the product listing:

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