Leica Rumors

Leica is rumored to announce a new Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition lens – here is the first leaked picture

By LR admin | Published: September 13, 2023

Leica is rumored to announce a new Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH “Titan” limited edition lens – here is the first leaked picture:

The Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH lens is already available in black and silver.

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

Posted in Leica Lenses| Tagged 0.95, Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/0.95 ASPH "Titan" limited edition lens, Noctilux, Titanium| 1 Comment

Blackmagic Design is rumored to announce a new L-mount cinema camera on September 14

By LR admin | Published: September 12, 2023

Blackmagic Design is rumored to announce a new L-mount cinema camera on September 14 (previously rumored here). Here is what to expect:

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The latest DxO Optics Modules update supports the newest Leica L-mount lenses

By LR admin | Published: September 11, 2023

DxO announced support for 1,528 new camera and lens combinations – the new modules are available across DxO’s full range of software:

DxO PhotoLab (v5.14 and v6.9)
DxO PureRAW (v3.5)
DxO FilmPack (v6.14)
DxO ViewPoint (v4.9)
DxO NikCollection (v6.3)

This month’s Optics Modules include the following for Leica L-mount lenses:

Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN | C (L-mount)
Leica APO Vario Elmarit SL 90-280mm f/2.8-4 (L-mount)

Via PhotoRumors

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IDSWorks announced a new slimmed-down & cheaper “Lite” grip version for Leica M10 cameras

By LR admin | Published: September 10, 2023

IDSWorks announced a new slimmed-down and cheaper “Lite” grip version for Leica M10 cameras. The original M10 grip version is still available for sale. A new metallic gray color grip pad is also available for all IDSWorks products (to match all silver Leica cameras and the HODINKEE special editions):

IDS Works already offers modular grips for several different Leica models:

IDS modular grip for Leica M9
IDS modular grip for Leica M Typ 240
IDS modular grip for Leica M10
IDS slim modular grip “Lite” for Leica M10
IDS modular grip for Leica M11
IDS modular grip for Leica film M
IDS modular grip for Leica Q2
IDS modular grip for Leica Q3

Additional information on the new slim-down and cheaper “Lite” grip version for Leica M10 cameras:

Posted in Leica Accessories, Leica M10, Leica M10 Monochrom, Leica M10-D, Leica M10-P, Leica M10-R| Tagged IDS modular grip for Leica M10 and M11 cameras, IDS Works (Initial Design Studio)| Leave a Comment

Leica starts glass lens production in Germany: Leica Eyecare

By LR admin | Published: September 10, 2023

Leica has started glass lens production in Germany – check the Leica Eyecare website for additional information:

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Major new software updates from Topaz, Luminar, and ON1

By LR admin | Published: September 7, 2023

The previously reported Topaz Labs Photo AI v2 is now officially released with many new models, including some entirely new enhancements, and many other improvements. Photo AI 2, the most substantial upgrade since the initial release. Photo AI 2 expands the product’s scope with Lighting/Color adjustments and significantly improves existing features like raw noise removal, sharpening, Autopilot, and Photoshop integration. You can get Photo AI 2 for free if you’ve purchased or renewed Photo AI within the past year. If your upgrade license has expired, you can renew for half price to get Photo AI v2 plus another year of upgrades. Additional information is available here.

Topaz Photo AI is currently $159 ($40 off) until September 22nd, 2023.

Skylum releases Luminar Neo update version 1.13.0 with Studio Light feature, Blur Tool, and other improvements. Additional information is available here.

You can get 30% off Luminar with coupon code NR30 (valid until September 11th).

Check out also the new Luminar NEO Autumn Bundle with 0ver 721 new AUTUMN elements, high-definition Skies, Overlays, Textures, Backgrounds, Frames, LUTs, Presets, and more. Additional information is available here.