Announcement tomorrow: Leica SL3-P camera, Summilux SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH, and APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lenses

By LR admin | Published: June 24, 2026





 
Tomorrow, Leica is rumored to announce the following three SL products:

Leica is also expected to introduce new kits/bundles with savings for the SL3-P camera.

Previous coverage:

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Leica M11-R camera rumors

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2026


Leica is rumored to announce a new M11-R camera later this year or in early 2027. I was told that the M11-R will have a new sensor but still at 60MP (the last M10-R had a higher-resolution sensor than the M10 version – the general perception was that R stood for “resolution”). Some of the other changes we may see in the M11-R include a larger LCD screen, which could lead to a different button/comntrols placement or even their complete elimination (all touchscreen-based). I am sure most of you remember those leaked prototypes:




My understanding is that the Leica M11-R will use a next-gen or similar sensor that we may see in the M12. The M11-R could be a very good financial deal, just as the M10-R (now listed at $6,835.95) was compared to the M11 ($10,400). It seems that the M11-R will be an experiment/test of what the Leica M12 could be:

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Amazon Prime Day and B&H Photo Summer Deals

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2026


Here are some notable Amazon Prime Day photo deals:

By brand:

By country:

By category

See all Amazon Prime Day deals here. You can get a free 30-day trial of Amazon Prime on this page.


B&H Photo has its own version of Prime Day deals – see this page for details:

By category:

By brand:

Via PhotoRmors, NikonRumors

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Mandler released a new metal square lens hood for their 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens

By LR admin | Published: June 21, 2026



Mandler released a new metal square lens hood for their 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for Leica M-mount. The new lens hood is made of aluminum, and it is more durable than the plastic version.

The new lens hoods can be purchased on this page (available in black and silver):

  • Material: Aluminum
  • Weight: 15g
  • Color: Black, Silver
  • Compatible Lenses:
    • Mandler 35mm F2
    • Leica 35mm F2 V4（11310/11311）
    • Leica 35mm F2 Asph （11879/11882）
    • Leica 28mm F2.8 Asph （11606）

Mandler also adjusted the way they sell accessories. They have now unbundled the accessories originally included in the Premium Accessory Kit and Basic Accessory Kit, so you can choose the accessories that fit your needs instead of purchasing the entire kit at once.

If you buy Mandler accessories together with a lens, you’ll get a 40% discount on them. If you purchase accessories separately, the listed price already includes shipping.

Previous coverage of the Mandler 35mm f/2 Seven Elements lens for Leica M-mount can be found here:

You can now buy the new Mandler 35mm f/2 lens for M-mount – a complete reproduction of the optical formula of the original Leica Summicron 35mm f/2 7-element lens

Additional pictures:

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Leica digest #237

By LR admin | Published: June 21, 2026


→ The ultimate point-and-shoot shopping guide.


→ 7Artisans announced a new “Dream” line of entry-level 35mm/50mm/75mm T1.5 cinema lenses for L-mount. Orders are now open on Amazon and at the 7Artisans Store (use coupon code RUMORS for a discount; also check the 7Artisans Father’s Day Deals). Additional information is available here.


→ Nextorage started a new memory card sale at B&H Photo where you can get up to $681 off select models. The promotion includes significant discounts on CFexpress memory cards and card readers, with especially attractive pricing on high-end models (additional information).


→ The next Leicapalooza by Tamarkin Camera will take place on Friday, July 17th, 11 am – 4 pm in Chicago.

→ Leica Store Jakarta released a new special-edition Leica D-Lux 8 camera – a collaboration with the fashion designer Didit Hediprasetyo (limited edition of 33 pieces):

“For the first time, this Herringbone Songket motif has been applied to the body of a special-edition Leica D-Lux 8. Available in elegant black-and-white and black-and-silver tones, the camera’s exterior mirrors the texture and character of traditional songket weaving while perfectly aligning with Leica’s timeless, minimalist aesthetic. This collaboration unites two disciplines that share a profound appreciation for precision and the beauty of detail. If songket weaves light through threads of gold and silver, Leica captures light through its cutting-edge lenses and imaging technology.”

→ Red Dot Forum Camera Talk: Leica Digital M Guide 2026.

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More leaks: Leica SL3-P camera, Summilux SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH, and APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lenses

By LR admin | Published: June 21, 2026

Another leaked picture of the Leica SL3-P camera courtesy of FredMiranda:


The new Leica Summilux SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH lens explained (source: tonyanalogreen):


The first review of the upcoming Leica 100mm f/2.8 APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL lens has already been published by Camerawest and can be found here (the page is now removed):


The Leica SL3-P camera announcement invitations are already out (source: Reddit):

The latest leaks and rumors on the Leica SL3-P camera and two SL lenses that will be announced next week

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“M-Kamera” is a new smartphone app for rangefinder fans

By LR admin | Published: June 21, 2026


A reader has developed a new smartphone app for rangefinder fans called “M-Kamera” (website):

“M-Kamera simulates the physics of a 35mm film rangefinder. Not a filter. Not a preset. Not a portrait mode. Full simulation from lens to individual film grains. And full shooting experience: set exposure, wind on, compose, focus, shoot. Finish the roll and develop to see the results: that classical 50mm lens look, lush grain and film color science. Enabled by LIDAR of iPhone Pro and passion to analogue photography.”

LeicaRumors readers can get a virtual film giveaway by using this link (on a first-come, first-served basis, one per Apple ID):

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