Leica digest #117

By LR admin | Published: May 9, 2023


→ Topaz Labs released Photo AI version 1.3.3 with a new Sharpen Strong model, a new face selection option, and several bug fixes. Here are the changes since version 1.3.2. Additional information is available here.


→ The new ON1 Photo RAW 2023.5 is coming in June and will include the new Resize AI with Face Recovery, new Masking Tools and Curves Control, improved raw processing for better quality images, and more:  what’s new | press release. Photo RAW 2023.5 is a free update for ON1 Everything subscribers and owners of version 2023. You can order now with coupon code  NEW2023-5 for a special introductory price.


→ This new air blower for cameras/lenses has a 100,000 rpm high-speed motor: Pegear | Amazon US | Amazon DE | Amazon UK | Amazon CA | Amazon IT | Amazon ES | Amazon FR.

→ The New Leica M6 camera.

→ Leica M11 Monochrom with Katarina Benzova.

https://www.diyphotography.net/leica-noctilux-50mm-f0-95-asph-m-review/

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Oberwerth bags for Leica SL cameras (10% coupon code included)

By LR admin | Published: May 9, 2023


Oberwerth is offering another exclusive coupon code for Leica Rumors readers – get 10% off Oberwerth SL bags with code RUMORSSL2:

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More leaked pictures of the Leica Q3 camera

By LR admin | Published: May 8, 2023







The latest leaked pictures of the Leica Q3 camera confirmed the specifications I have been reporting for months now (tilt screen, wireless charging, etc). Clearly, the first Leica Q3 picture I reported last year and the Q3 pictures I posted last week were also 100% legit:


 
Here are the latest/rumored Leica Q3 camera specifications:

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Another Zeiss lens for Leica M-mount reaches end of life (Tele-Tessar 4/85 ZM)

By LR admin | Published: May 8, 2023


The Zeiss Tele-Tessar T* 85mm f/4 ZM lens is now discontinued in Japan (production completed). The lens is also listed as discontinued at B&H Photo:


Currently, there are 18 different Zeiss ZM lenses in stock at Adorama and B&H Photo (some of them are just different finishes of the same model).

 

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New: NONIKKOR-MC 35mm f/1.4 full-frame vintage lenses for Leica L-mount

By LR admin | Published: May 6, 2023


 

ArtraLab is a new Hong Kong-based company and they just announced two new NONIKKOR full-frame lenses for Leica L mount. The lenses have a classic/retro/vintage look, feel, and style based on an old Nikon/Nikkor lens design. One model is from the 1960s and the second is from the 1980s. The price is $280. Pre-orders are now open and shipping is expected to start in early June:

  • ArtraLab NONIKKOR-MC 35mm f/1.4 1960
  • ArtraLab NONIKKOR-MC 35mm f/1.4 1980

ArtraLab lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.

Additional information is available at NikonRumors.

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The Benro Theta self-leveling intelligent modular tripod that raised $2.45M on Kickstarter is now available for pre-order with a $200 discount

By LR admin | Published: May 5, 2023



The Benro Theta self-leveling intelligent modular tripod that raised $2,452,958 on Kickstarter is now available for pre-order with a $200 discount:


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Leica M11 Monochrom camera reviews

By LR admin | Published: May 5, 2023


Red Dot Forum Camera Talk Live will cover the new Leica M11 Monochrom camera tomorrow night (Saturday, May 6, at 8 pm EST). Here are the latest M11M reviews:

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