Category Archives: Other Leica Stuff

Leica digest #191

→ Yomei and Leica Camera AG present designer furniture for the Leica Cine 1 laser TV (additional information). → The Pro Tripod by Peak Design has already raised $3,639,779 on Kickstarter, backed by 4,407 backers, with 19 more days to go. With that crowdfunding campaign, Peak Design launched three new lines of PRO tripods, including lite and tall versions. Additional information is […]

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Thypoch announced new M-mount positive-lock adapter series

Thypoch announced new M-mount positive-lock adapter series available in M-E, M-L, M-Z, M-RF, and M-Arri versions. Orders are now open at B&H Photo and the official online store. The new adapters are compatible with the Thypoch’s Simera, Eureka, and Simera-C lenses, as well as third-party lenses like Cooke SP3 and Leica M0.8. Here are some of the key features: Cinema-Standard Positive-Lock Mechanism for secure lens connection […]

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Leica digest #190

→ Pre-owned Leica CL/TL cameras and lenses on sale at Leica Store Miami. → Leica & Blackmagic design session: The color concept of Leica Monochrome & “Godzilla-1.0/C” from a colorist’s perspective. → Panasonic released new firmware updates yesterday for the S9, S5II, and S5IIx cameras (L-mount). → Tonight’s Red Dot Forum Camera Talk – Gearing up […]

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Leica Camera issued a warning about fraudulent websites

After my report yesterday, Leica Camera issued an official warning about the fraudulent websites offering significant discounts on Leica products (click for bigger view): Here is the full text that can also be found at the official leicacamerausa.com page:

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Beware of scam: multiple fake Leica websites offer significant discounts

There are several fake Leica websites that offer significant discounts on Leica gear. The websites are designed to resemble the original/official website, but upon examining the details, such as domain registration and hosting, you will quickly realize that these are all fake websites created to collect credit card information. I will not link to the […]

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Another Leica price increase coming? Trump threatens a new 30% tariff on goods from the EU effective August 1…

We already had a price increase in the US (and Canada) based on the first round of tariffs, and now the Trump administration is threatening a new 30% tariff on goods from the EU, effective August 1: BBC | Reuters. If you are planning on purchasing any new Leica gear, now would be a good […]

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Leica digest #189

→ Where to repair your vintage camera and what to watch out for? → Trade in your gear toward an epic Leica photo adventure at Leica Store Miami and receive a 10% bonus on your trade-in value. → 2025 Leica Oskar Barnack Award shortlist finalized (additional informtion). → Leica announced new APO-Televid and Televid HD […]

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