New state-of-the-art, top-of-the-line Oberwerth Signature Line of camera bags launched


Oberwerth launched a new state-of-the-art, top-of-the-line Signature Line of camera bags designed explicitly for Leica cameras. Three different sizes are available, with two different colors each – black and dark brown:

You can use the coupon code RUMORS for a 10% discount when purchasing from Oberwerth.com:


Previous Oberwerth product coverage can be found here.





Additional information and pictures on the new Signature Line:

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Check out the latest rare Leica gear at Leica Store Lisse

Over the years, the Leica Store Lisse has been the home of many rare Leica items – check their latest listings on eBay.

Here is some Leica gear they have for sale from their Facebook feed (check also their Instagram account):

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Here are the first two L-mount lenses Viltrox will announce after joining the L-Mount Alliance


After Viltrox joined the L-Mount Alliance, here are the first two lenses that will be released for L-mount:

Check the official Viltrox website for updates

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Pope Francis’s Leica M-A film camera to be auctioned for charity, estimated to fetch €700,000 – €800,000



Pope Francis’s Leica M-A film camera (reg. $6,310) will be auctioned for charity at the 47th Leitz Photographica Auction on November 22, 2025, and is estimated to fetch between €700,000 and €800,000. Additional picture and information:

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Additional coverage of the new Leitz Hektor T2.1 mirrorless cinema lenses with user-interchangeable mounts (E/RF/Z/L)


In addition to the official Leitz videos I mentioned in my original post, here is some additional coverage of the new Hektor T2.1 mirrorless cinema lenses with user-interchangeable E/RF/Z/L mounts (available for pre-order at B&H Photo):

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Leitz released new Hektor T2.1 mirrorless cinema lenses



Leitz released new Hektor T2.1 mirrorless cinema lenses for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and L-mount:

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New on Kickstarter: 3 Legged Thing quick-release camera strap system & SPINN.DESIGN ProWrapp weatherproof gear wrapper



AXIS by 3 Legged Thing is a new, secure, quick-release camera strap system.



SPINN.DESIGN has a new fundraising project for a ProWrapp weatherproof gear wrapper: photo, travel, outdoor – protect your tech equipment with all-over hook & loop in seconds, secure, weatherproof, and space-saving.

Other projects still available on Kickstarter:

Via PhotoRumors

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