Category Archives: Other Leica Stuff

Leica digest #237

→ The ultimate point-and-shoot shopping guide. → 7Artisans announced a new “Dream” line of entry-level 35mm/50mm/75mm T1.5 cinema lenses for L-mount. Orders are now open on Amazon and at the 7Artisans Store (use coupon code RUMORS for a discount; also check the 7Artisans Father’s Day Deals). Additional information is available here. → Nextorage started a new memory card sale at B&H […]

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“M-Kamera” is a new smartphone app for rangefinder fans

A reader has developed a new smartphone app for rangefinder fans called “M-Lamera” (website): “M-Kamera simulates the physics of a 35mm film rangefinder. Not a filter. Not a preset. Not a portrait mode. Full simulation from lens to individual film grains. And full shooting experience: set exposure, wind on, compose, focus, shoot. Finish the roll […]

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Update on the Light Lens Lab black-and-white photographic film project

As previously reported, Light Lens Lab is working on the development of a new black-and-white photographic film: Light Lens Lab to start producing photographic and cinematic films Light Lens Lab recently published an update on their film project that focuses on automation, assembly, and production progress:

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Leica digest #236

→ The new Leica M Safari Green lenses are now in stock: Leica Store Miami (free next-day shipping) | B&H Photo | RedDotCameras| Rangefinder. → New: Shoten Tribute 01 LTM 50mm f/1.1 lens for Leica M-mount (check also their eBay store). → Peak Design is offering up to 50% off on selected products until June 30th […]

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Insta360 announced a new Luna Ultra camera co-engineered with Leica

Insta360 officially announced the previously reported Luna Ultra camera co-engineered with Leica. Pre-orders are now open at: US: B&H Photo DE: Foto Erhardt Worldwide: Insta360 A Six-Year Partnership in Imaging Innovation Insta360’s partnership with Leica spans six years and five co-developed products, combining Leica’s optical heritage and iconic color science with Insta360’s Emmy Award-winning imaging technology. With Luna Ultra, […]

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The next-generation Pixii digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount is essentially complete, the company is now looking for investors, partners, and collaborations with other camera manufacturers

Pixii announced that development of its next-generation digital rangefinder camera is essentially complete. The company describes the upcoming model as a true optical rangefinder for 21st-century photographers, featuring advanced technology and patents. To scale from startup-level production to industrial volumes, Pixii is now actively seeking investors, industrial partners, and collaborations with lens makers and other […]

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Leica digest #235

→ While memory card prices are going up, SanDisk currently has a sale at B&H. → Cosina officially discontinued the following lenses for Leica M-mount (currently on sale at B&H Photo): NOKTON Vintage Line 28mm F1.5 Aspherical Type I (Type II will continue to be sold) COLOR-SKOPAR 28mm F2.8 Aspherical Type I (Type II will […]

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