The Funleader Contax G35 f/2 to Leica M Conversion Helicoid Kit is back in stock




Funleader now has the Contax G35 f/2 to Leica M Conversion Helicoid Kit back in stock (available in three different colors). Only 40 pieces are available:


Please note that this is not the actual lens, but only the conversion kit. The instruction on how to assemble the lens can be found here:


The actual Contax G 35mm f/2 lens can be purchased from eBay or from KEH for around $400-$500:


Previous coverage of the converted Contax G 35mm f/2 lens for Leica M-mount can be found here.

Funleader has several other products for Leica users:


All Funleader products are currently 10% off for the holidays:


Additional pictures of the already converted Contax G 35mm f/2 lens for Leica M-mount:

Here are a few sample photos taken with the converted Contax G 35mm f/2 lens for Leica M-mount:

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Red Dot Cameras is now selling a 3D printed hood cap replacement for Leica Q cameras




Red Dot Cameras has a new RDC 3D printed hood cap replacement for Leica Q cameras available for sale on their website for £30 inc. VAT:

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New Oberwerth “SL Small” bag for Leica SL cameras (exclusive coupon code included)



Oberwerth announced a new “SL Small” bag designed for SL/SL2 cameras:

  • Slim design
  • Top loader
  • Carries SL with 24/70 or 90
  • Water-repellent Hydro leather
  • Price: $549 (you can get 10% off with code RUMORSSL for a limited time)
  • Additional information and pictures:

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Leica M11 camera firmware update version 1.6 officially released


The previously reported Leica M11 camera firmware update version 1.6.0.0 is now officially released. Here is what’s new:

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New Leica M11 firmware update version 1.6.0.0 to be released later today


A new Leica M11 camera firmware update version 1.6.0.0 is going to be released later today (check this page). Here are the details:

Update – the new firmware is now officially released:

Leica M11 camera firmware update version 1.6 officially released

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Leica Camera and the Dunhuang Research Institute jointly launched the “Leica Q2 Dunhuang” special limited edition camera




Leica Camera and the Dunhuang Research Institute jointly launched the Q2 Dunhuang special limited edition camera. The three different colors and patterned leathers are all taken from murals (lapis lazuli, stone green, and desert yellow). Only 300 pieces will be produced and will be sold only in mainland China. The suggested retail price is 51,800 yuan​​​​ (around $7,500).

Here is the translated Leica post from Chinese social media and some additional pictures:

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Sell or trade your used Leica gear with Adorama


Sell or trade your used photo gear with Adorama – this is how it works:

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