OstLicht Auction: “The bidding and the results had been manipulated by our Chinese partners”

By LR admin | Published: March 17, 2025



OstLicht Auction issued a statement about their last camera auction claiming “the bidding and the results had been manipulated by our Chinese partners“. Herr is the full text:

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Two new Light Lens Lab lenses for Leica M-mount: 50mm f/1.5 S21 and APO 35mm f/2 ASPH

By LR admin | Published: March 15, 2025



Light Lens Lab will release two new lenses for Leica M-Mout – here are photos of the new lenses on display at the 2025 CP+ show in Japan:

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Vi Vante March Sale

By LR admin | Published: March 14, 2025



Vi Vante started a new sale, offering 20% off all orders over $100 on their website. The discount is deducted automatically at check out.

Update: now there’s a discount code LEICARUMORS for an additional 20% off.

Many Vi Vante products are also on sale at the official Amazon store (add to cart to see discount).

Sterling silver shutter release buttons for Leica cameras by Jay Tsujimura

New: Vi Vante Gaucho camera straps

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The Leica Q3 43 camera is now in stock

By LR admin | Published: March 13, 2025



The latest Leica Q3 43 camera with a 43mm f/2 APO lens is finally in stock at:

AmericasEuropeAsia
B&H Photo
Leica Miami		RedDotCameras
Foto Koch | WEX Photo		Rangefinder
Map Camera

Leica Q3 43 camera accessory

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Light Lens Lab 50mm f/2 Rigid lens for Leica M-mount review

By LR admin | Published: March 13, 2025


Fred Miranda published his review of the Light Lens Lab 50mm f/2 Rigid lens for Leica M-mount (order at LLL website | PopFlash):

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New book: “Four Generations Leitz in Company Management 1869–1986”

By LR admin | Published: March 12, 2025


Today, Lecia released a new book called “Four Generations Leitz in Company Management 1869–1986,” which can be purchased from Leica Stores worldwide (more Leica books can be found here). Here are the details:

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Insta360 and Leica announce an extension of partnership

By LR admin | Published: March 12, 2025


Insta360 and Leica Camera announced an extension of their partnership (see previous coverage). This marks a significant milestone in the realm of action and 360-degree imaging, bringing together Leica’s heritage in optical innovation with Insta360’s advancements in camera technology. The latest fruit of this collaboration was the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 equipped with a Leica SUMMARIT lens and unique Leica color profiles.

The press release mentions that “exciting developments are already on the horizon”.

Insta360 products are sold at: Amazon, Adorama, B&H Photo, Insta360 website (use promo code INRPWDO for a discount).

Additional informtion:

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