Leica V-Lux 5 camera production completed

By LR admin | Published: April 16, 2024



The Leica V-Lux 5 camera production is now completed according to reports from Japan and the model is most likely already discontinued:

The Leica V-Lux 5 was introduced in 2019. Maybe Leica will find a way to revive the V-lux line just like they planning to do with the rumored D-Lux 8.

Via Asobinet

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The latest photo editing releases from Topaz, Skylum, and ON1

By LR admin | Published: April 15, 2024




The latest photo editing releases from Topaz, Skylum, and ON1:

New: Topaz Photo AI v3.0.0, Luminar Neo 1.19.0, ON1 Photo RAW 2024.3

Via PhotoRumors

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Leica M11 Monochrom photographic dynamic range and other sensor measurements published by PhotonsToPhotos

By LR admin | Published: April 15, 2024


PhotonsToPhotos published their latest photographic dynamic range and other sensor measurements for the new Leica M11 Monochrom camera – the graphs show the comparison with other Leica Monochrome models (click for a larger view):


The Leica M11 Monochrom is currently in stock at:

Americas Europe Asia
Adorama | B&H | Amazon
Leica Miami
Tamarkin Camera
Classic Connection		 Leica Store Lisse
Red Dot Cameras
Calumet | Koch | WEX		 Rangefinder
Map Camera

New: IDS foldable thumb grips (thumb rest) for Leica M10 + M11 cameras

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Leica Camera announced a new Leitz Phone 3 smartphone

By LR admin | Published: April 13, 2024



Leica Camera announced a new Leitz Phone 3 smartphone. The new model will be available exclusively only in Japan. The phone was designed in cooperation with Sharp and will be available through Softbank – the leading provider of information and communications technology in Japan. Additional information:

  • 47.2MP 1-inch CMOS image sensor
  • The front camera is 12.6MP with a 78° wide angle lens and f/2.3 aperture
  • Built-in Leica Perspective Control feature
  • Watermark function
  • 6.6-inch Pro IGZO OLED display with a refresh rate of up to 240Hz with WUXGA+ (2730 x 1260) resolution and 2000 nits maximum brightness and 480 dpi density
  • New Vivid and Enhanced Leica Tones
  • New variable aperture feature – it simulates the various aperture stops of the most popular Leica lenses: Noctilux 50mm, Summilux 28mm, and Summilux 35mm.
  • Product website
  • Technical specifications
  • Press release:

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Leica digest #145

By LR admin | Published: April 7, 2024


→ Best Leica cameras in 2024: the ultimate guide.


→ The Skylum Luminar spring sale is now live with discounts of up to 83% off (additional information).


→ Disassembly by Yukosteel: the Voigtlander 50mm f/1.5 Nokton Aspherical lens for Leica M-mount.



→ Also from Yukosteel:

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Tamarkin Camera Spring Leica Sale

By LR admin | Published: April 6, 2024



Tamarkin Camera is running a Spring Leica Sale:

The above prices are valid until April 10th, 2024. Call 1-800 BUY LEICA (289-5342) or email info@tamarkin.com and mention this post to get the sale prices.

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Reminder: KEH buy, sell & trade event in Leica Store Miami with a 10% trade-in bonus (April 4-6, 2024)

By LR admin | Published: April 5, 2024


Reminder:

Trade or sell ANY brand camera equipment at Leica Store Miami: Join Leica Store Miami and KEH Camera for a special “Buy or Trade” event, held at Leica Store Miami’s retail showroom in Coral Gables, on April 4, 5 & 6. Experts from KEH will be on hand to evaluate and purchase ANY brand of photography equipment, as long as it is in clean, working condition.

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The new Leica SL3 camera is now shipping

By LR admin | Published: April 3, 2024


The new Leica SL3 camera is now shipping (from B&H and other retailers), check availability at:

Americas Europe Asia
Adorama/Amazon/B&H
Leica Miami
Tamarkin Camera
Classic Connection		 Leica Store Lisse
Red Dot Cameras
Calumet | Koch | Park | WEX		 Rangefinder
Map Camera

Previous coverage of the Leica SL3 camera can be found here;

Just announced: SmallRig cage kits for Leica SL3, SL2, and SL2-S cameras

Just announced: SmallRig cage kits for Leica SL3, SL2, and SL2-S cameras

Oberwerth camera bags for the new Leica SL3 camera

The processor in the new Panasonic S5 Mark II/x cameras was jointly developed with Leica under the L² alliance




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