If you look at the July 2017 Leica product overview brochure for Austria and Germany, you will notice that not a single Leica X or Leica C cameras are listed (with the exception of the Leica X-U Typ 113 waterproof and shockproof camera that is still a current product):
I received some information that the Leica X Typ 113 camera is now discontinued. Some of the models are already out of stock or on backorder at B&H and Adorama:
Last year Leica filed a patent in Japan for a 23mm f/2 ASPH lens designed for mirrorless APS-C cameras. This could be a variation of the lens on the Leica X (23mm f/1.7) or the existing Summicron-T 23mm f/2 ASPH lens for TL mount. Here are the details:
Leica Camera Japan launched a new “Leica X white” limited edition camera set. Only 50 pieces will be produced. Price including tax is ¥345,600 (around $2,900). This model is produced to commemorate the new Leica Iwataya Fukuoka store that will open on October 27. Via dc.watch
Slow news day: the Leica X (Typ 113) “Edition Moncler” camera that was announced last year is now available at B&H. Additional pictures:
Two new Leica limited edition cameras were announced in Japan: Leica X Maroon limited edition (50 cameras) to commemorate the opening of the new Leica Hankyu Umeda store. Read more on Leica Japan website. Leica D-LUX Rolling Stone 100th Anniversary Edition camera will feature the label of 10 different musicians. The set includes an original print with the autograph of […]
Leica Store Manchester had two special guests during their grand opening on June 19th: Kim Phuc (Napalm Girl) and photographer Nick Ut. As part of the event, the store is auctioning an à la carte Leica X2 camera for Kim Phuc’s charity, the Kim Foundation International. Here are the details:
Apple Digital Camera RAW compatibility 6.03 released with support for the following Leica cameras:
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