Leica Rumors

Officially announced: new Leica M11-P, D-Lux 8, Q3 cameras and APO-Summicron-M 50 lens in Metal Gray

By LR admin | Published: May 28, 2026

The previously rumored Leica Metal Gray cameras and a lens are now officially announced. As I already reported, the different models will be released a few weeks apart.

Available from 28 May 2026:

Leica M11-P, Metal Gray Paint Finish, recommended retail price: €9,290.00
BP-SCL7 battery, Metal Gray Paint Finish, recommended retail price: €180.00
Protector for M11 cameras, leather, dark brown, recommended retail price: €300.00
Carrying strap with a shoulder pad for M- and Q-Cameras, leather, dark brown, recommended retail price: €135.00
Multifunctional protector for M11 cameras, leather, black, recommended retail price: €330.00
Leica APO-Summicron-M 50 f/2 ASPH., Metal Gray Paint Finish, recommended retail price: €8,950.00

Available from 16 July 2026:

Leica Q3, Metal Gray Paint Finish, recommended retail price: €6,590.00
Protector for Q3 cameras, leather, dark brown, recommended retail price: €250.00
Leica D-Lux 8, Metal Gray Paint Finish, recommended retail price: €1,750.00
Camera case for the D-Lux 8, leather, cognac, recommended retail price: €185.00
Wrist strap for the D-Lux 8, leather, braided, black, recommended retail price: €95.00
Carrying strap for the D-Lux 8, leather, braided, black, recommended retail price: €125.00

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Posted in Leica D-Lux, Leica M11-P, Leica Q3| Tagged Leica D-Lux 8, Leica Metal Gray| 8 Comments

Updated Leica SL3-P camera rumors

By LR admin | Published: May 26, 2026

Here are the latest/updated Leica SL3-P camera rumors:

44.3MP sensor (based on the Panasonic S1RII that was announced in February 2025 – see the coverage at PhotoRumors)
Improved AF (better than the SL3-S)
Video capabilities could be lower than those of other SL3 models
Rumored to be announced around May-June 2026 (update: the Leica SL3-P camera is rumored to be announced at the end of June, around June 22-25th)
The new Leica SL3-P model will be positioned between the current Leica SL3 (60MP) and the Leica SL2-S (24MP)
Approximately 800 autofocus points
Body and operating concept very similar to the new Panasonic generation
Expected retail price around €5,900

There is also some talk about Leica introducing a new SL 100mm APO macro lens.

Posted in Leica SL3-P| Tagged Leica APO Macro Elmarit SL 100 f/2.8, Leica SL 100mm APO macro lens, Leica SL3-P| 67 Comments

Used Leica gear savings at WEX Photo UK

By LR admin | Published: May 26, 2026

WEX Photo UK is running a clearance on used Leica gear, including a Leica Summicron-M 35mm f2 ASPH Black Paint Millennium lens (11611):

Posted in Deals| Tagged WEX Photo UK| 13 Comments

New: Leica M-mount body and lens caps with AirTag

By LR admin | Published: May 25, 2026

PPPcameras (see previous coverage) announced new Leica M-mount body and lens caps with a hidden AirTag compartment:

Leica M-mount AirTag body cap

Leica M-mount AirTag rear lens cap

More photography products with a built-in AirTag can be found here:

New: Leica SL3 TagCases® by Oberwerth

New: Oberwerth TagCase® for Leica M11-D cameras

Oberwerth released the first Leica M11 camera leather case with a hidden pocket for an Apple AirTag (exclusive free shipping coupon code included)

Just released: IDS Works TagStrap with Airtag hidden storage

JJC released an Arca Swiss quick-release plate with a built-in AirTag for Leica Q3 cameras

Colored anodized metal Leica M-mount camera body caps are available on eBay and Etsy.

Posted in Leica Accessories| Tagged Apple Airtag, PPPcameras| 37 Comments

Leica digest #233

By LR admin | Published: May 24, 2026

→ Several camera bag companies have Memorial Day deals:

WANDRD: 20%-40% off sitewide
Gura Gear: 20% off every bag
Peak Design: up to 50% off
ThinkTank: 15% off DarkLight sale
Camera bags on sale at B&H Photo (all B&H Memorial Day photography deals can be found here)

→ The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 4.5-10mm f/2.8 CF APS-C fisheye zoom lens for Leica L-mount is now officially announced. The price is $399: B&H Photo | Laowa online store (additional information).

→ Insta360 and Leica Camera hosted an event at Leica’s headquarters in Wetzlar for the upcoming Luna camera series. The new Luna model is already listed at Foto Erhardt.

→ DxO released new optics modules for the following L-mount lenses:

Posted in Other Leica Stuff| Tagged Leica digest, Leitz Photographica Auction| 30 Comments

Rock n Roll released two new versions of the Bauhaus II camera bag

By LR admin | Published: May 23, 2026

Rock n Roll released two new versions of the Bauhaus II camera bag:

Bauhaus Camera Bag II – Black – Large

The Bauhaus Camera Bag II – Black – Large is a refined evolution of our original Bauhaus design, inspired by the timeless principle: “Form follows function.”

Handcrafted in Greece from premium Italian full-grain pebbled black leather, this large leather camera bag combines clean architectural lines, everyday practicality, and quiet luxury.

The updated Bauhaus Camera Bag II – Black – Large features a cleaner lid system with strong hidden magnets. The lid clicks securely onto the body of the bag, offering fast and easy access to your camera gear while keeping the design minimal, elegant, and uncluttered.

Posted in Leica Accessories| Tagged Rock n Roll camera bags| 36 Comments

Thypoch Ksana 35mm f/2 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount officially launched, available for order

By LR admin | Published: May 21, 2026

Thypoch officially announced the previously reported Ksana 35mm f/2 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount. Orders are now open at the official Thypoch online store and at B&H Photo.