Leica Rumors

What’s next for Leica? (updated rumors recap)

By LR admin | Published: June 8, 2024

After the recent Leica D-Lux 8 announcements, here is an updated list/recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see all previous reports here):

New and improved AstrHori XH-2 on camera light meter announced

By LR admin | Published: June 6, 2024

AstrHori announced a new and improved XH-2 light meter with more accurate photometry, a more sensitive sensor, and a new design (the old version is sold out).

The AstrHori XH-2 is currently in stock at Pergear and should soon be available also at Amazon Store and the official AstrHori website

Here are the XH-2 technical specifications:

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New Leica LUX app can simulate the “Leica look” of different lenses

By LR admin | Published: June 6, 2024

Today Leica announced that it had acquired the smartphone photography startup Fjorden Electra AS and introduced a new smartphone app called “Leica LUX” that can simulate the “Leica look” of different lenses:

“With Leica LUX, users can experiment with well-known Leica lenses without having to physically take a camera in their hands. In ‘Aperture-Mode’, iPhone photographers can take pictures with the characteristic signatures of a range of classic Leica lenses, among them, the Summilux-M 28 mm f/1.4 ASPH and the Noctilux-M 50 mm f/1.2 ASPH. Thanks to Leica’s proprietary image processing engine, which is based on machine learning and computer-aided photography, these lens simulations reproduce the unmistakable look for which these lenses are famed, including, of course, the characteristic bokeh effect. This means that an iPhone can also emulate photos with the unique aesthetic of the legendary Leica M lenses.”

Additional information:

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Last chance to get one: restock of the Contax G45 f/2 lens for Leica M conversion by Funleader

By LR admin | Published: June 5, 2024

Funleader will have one final batch of the Contax G45 f/2 lens for Leica M conversion in July. This will be their final restock, as these are the last 200 original Contax optical lenses available. Pre-orders are now open at a discounted price of $999 instead of the original $1199:

You can use code LEICARUMORS for an additional 5% off:

Orders will be sent out in early July. Some silver G45 lenses are still available; however, the last batch of G45 lenses will be only in black.

Keep in mind that for $999, you will get the complete lens. The conversion kit is also available (without the optics) for $489 – you basically have to source your own original lens and convert it (check the product page for instructions).

Funleader has several other products for Leica cameras:

Additional/previous coverage:

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The new Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 lens for Leica L mount is now available to pre-order

By LR admin | Published: June 5, 2024

The new Samyang/Rokinon AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 lens for Leica L mount is now available to pre-order:

Additional information:

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Here is the entire Leica M11-D user manual

By LR admin | Published: June 4, 2024

Here is the entire user manual of the upcoming Leica M11-D camera in different languages:

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Leica digest #151

By LR admin | Published: June 4, 2024

→ Leica M4 camera with Summicron-M 35mm f//2 ASPH Las Vegas limited edition listed for sale on eBay for $50k.

→ Topaz Labs released Video AI version 5.1 (additional information is available here).

→ The new 2024 5DayDeal Video Creators Bundle is now available – as with previous years, you will get a package of different photography tools drastically reduced. Several different bundles are available, and a portion of the sales will go to charities.