Leica Rumors

Leica introduced new SL2 and SL2-S prime kit savings

By LR admin | Published: February 8, 2023

With the introduction of the new Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH and Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH lenses, Leica also announced new SL2 and SL2-S prime kit savings where you can save up to $1,295 – see the details at Reddotforum:

Leica SL Prime Kit	Price	Savings
Leica SL2 Kit with Summicron-SL 35 f/2 ASPH	$7,895	$1,295
Leica SL2 Kit with Summicron-SL 50 f/2 ASPH	$7,595	$1,295
Leica SL2-S Kit with Summicron-SL 35 f/2 ASPH	$6,195	$1,195
Leica SL2-S Kit with Summicron-SL 50 f/2 ASPH	$5,895	$1,195

The Leica Customer Appreciation Program was also extended and the new prime kits were added with a $1,300 savings – see the details at Reddotforum. This offer is valid from February 8 through April 20, 2023. The new Leica SL2 and SL2-S prime kit savings should already be available online at:

Americas	Europe	Asia
Adorama / B&H / Amazon Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection	Meister Camera Leica Shop Vienna Leica Store Lisse Red Dot Cameras Calumet / Koch / WEX	M&K Kamera Rangefinder Map Camera

Posted in Deals, Leica Lenses, Leica SL2, Leica SL2-S| 4 Comments

Announced: Leica Summicron-SL 35 f/2 ASPH and Leica Summicron-SL 50 f/2 ASPH lenses

By LR admin | Published: February 8, 2023

The previously rumored Leica Summicron-SL 35 f/2 ASPH and Summicron-SL 50 f/2 ASPH budget lenses are now officially announced and available for pre-order:

Americas	Europe	Asia
Adorama / B&H / Amazon Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection	Meister Camera Leica Shop Vienna Leica Store Lisse Red Dot Cameras Calumet / Koch / WEX	M&K Kamera Rangefinder Map Camera

Leica also introduced new SL2 and SL2-S prime kit savings:

Leica introduced new SL2 and SL2-S prime kit savings

Additional information:

Reddotforum
Explora
Product listings: 35mm | 50mm
Main specifications:
- Lightweight : 13 oz / 400 grams
- Compact: only 3.25 inches / 83 mm in length
- E67 Filter Size
- Fully weather and dust sealed
- AquaDura lens coatings
- Three aspherical elements
- All metal barrel construction
- Made in Portugal
Press release:

Posted in Leica Lenses| Tagged Leica made in Portugal, Leica SUMMICRON-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH lens| 26 Comments

Just announced: new Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens for Leica L-mount

By LR admin | Published: February 7, 2023

The previously rumored Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens for Leica L mount is now officially announced:

Pre-orders: Adorama | B&H | Koch | Erhardt | Calumet
Hands-on reports at Explora and West42
More hands-on reports
Sample photos
Product page
Press release

Via PhotoRumors

Posted in L-Mount Alliance| Tagged L-Mount, L-Mount Alliance, Leica L-mount, Sigma full-frame mirrorless camera with Leica L-mount, Sigma lenses for Leica L-mount| 2 Comments

The new MS Optics Apollon 36mm f/1.3 lens for Leica M-mount weights only 80g (Miyazaki Optical)

By LR admin | Published: February 6, 2023

There is a new MS Optics Apollon 36mm f/1.3 lens for Leica M-mount by Mr. Miyazaki (Miyazaki Optical Apollon 1.3/36). Here are the details:

Posted in Leica Lenses| Tagged Mr. Miyazaki, MS Optical, MS Optics, MS Optics 36mm f/1.3 lens for Leica M-mount| 2 Comments

Coming soon: new Leica SUMMICRON-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH and Leica SUMMICRON-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH lenses (based on Panasonic versions)

By LR admin | Published: February 6, 2023

I have been reporting for a while that Leica will introduce new “budget” zoom and prime lenses. In the next few days (maybe even tonight), Leica will announce two new L-mount lenses:

Leica SUMMICRON-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH lens:

Price: $2195
Kit prices: SL2 kit $7895, SL2-S kit $6195

Leica SUMMICRON-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH lens:

Price: $1895
Kit prices: SL2 kit $7595, SL2-S kit $5895

Both lenses are not APO and are based on the already available Panasonic versions. The price is less than half of the original Leica APO equivalent.

The latest Leica rumors: Q3, Q-E, SL3, M11 Mono, new APO 90mm, budget line of SL lenses

Posted in L-Mount Alliance, Leica Lenses| Tagged Leica Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH lens, Leica SUMMICRON-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH lens| 13 Comments

Sigma will soon announce a new 50mm f/1.4 DG DN | Art lens for Leica L mount

By LR admin | Published: February 6, 2023

Sigma will soon announce the previously rumored 50mm f/1.4 DG DN | Art lens for Leica L mount. The lens is already listed online:

Price: $849
Focal Length: 50mm
Aperture Range: F1.4-F16
Leica L Mount
Lens construction: 14 elements in 11 groups (1 SLD and 3 aspherical lenses)
HLA (High-response Linear Actuator)

The official announcement is tonight (February 7th):

Posted in L-Mount Alliance, Leica Lenses| Tagged Sigma full-frame mirrorless camera with Leica L-mount| Leave a Comment

Leica digest #109

By LR admin | Published: February 3, 2023

→ Topaz Labs released Photo AI version 1.2 with improved masking and crop tools, an updated blur detection model, and bug fixes (currently $40 off).
→ Adobe released Photoshop version 24.1.1.
→ ON1 will soon release a new Photo RAW 2023.1 release – see the latest sneak peeks.

→ The latest Kickstarter/Indiegogo updates:

SPINN CP camera strap 2023 edition: carry your DSLR or Mirrorless more comfortably & shoot with greater intuitiveness.
SnapPack anti-theft bag: a new generation of anti-theft bags that combine sleek & functionality.
Power Junkie v2: use the Sony NP-F battery to power any camera.
AMKOV affordable V-LOG camera: 4K/60fps video, support time-lapse & snapshot video.
The HEIPI tripod: the lightest and most compact 3-in-1 travel tripod.
LEVANTE waterproof modular daily backpack: ocean proof, quick-drying, 6 ways to carry, shock absorbing.
Duovox Mate Pro camera: capture and see the night as if it were day.
Feiyu Scorp Mini4-in-1 gimbal: camera & smartphone controller, hyper-lapse, panorama, focus follow, auto track, quick charge.
Pinhole Pro Max lens: first pinhole lens with 6 apertures & 18-36mm zoom.
Coming soon: Benro will soon announce Theta – the world’s first auto-leveling travel tripod (signup for updates here).