Leica Rumors

RedDotCameras offers 3D printed accessories for Leica cameras and lenses

By LR admin | Published: September 4, 2025

RedDotCameras offers a range of 3D printed accessories for Leica cameras and lenses:

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The latest updates from Luminar, ON1, and DxO

By LR admin | Published: September 4, 2025

What’s coming this year to Luminar Neo – in addition to ecosystem features, Luminar Neo users will receive three powerful upgrades (see also this post):

Restoration: Bring old or damaged photos back to life in a single click. Perfect for reviving family memories or vintage prints with deep scratches or faded color.
AI Assistant: Our new intelligent guide that analyzes photos and recommends optimal edits. Ideal for beginners and pros alike, it makes powerful tools like Develop Raw, Curves, and Color Harmony easier to use than ever.
Volume – free for all users: Instantly add depth and dimensionality by enhancing light and shadow. A one-click solution to elevate contrast and visual impact — no manual Dodge & Burn needed.

New Luminar Neo offers for September:

New users can buy:

Luminar Neo Cross-device Perpetual license (Luminar Neo + Luminar Mobile) for $159
Luminar Neo Max Perpetual license (Luminar Neo + Luminar Mobile + Creative library) for $179

Existing Luminar Neo owners can buy:

Ecosystem Pass (Generative tools + New tools + Luminar Mobile + Web Galleries + Cross-device editing mobile to desktop) for $79
2025/26 Upgrade Pass (Generative tools + New tools) for $59

ON1 announced Photo RAW 2026:

Masking overhaul: Mask Layers, one‑click Subject/Background masks, cleaner AI edges.
Effects upgrades: Favorites & search in Add Filter, Starting Point presets, + four new creative filters.
Resize AI 2026 built in: Next‑gen super resolution and noise handling, no separate app or plugin.
Extras: Negative Mode for film scans, grayscale support, improved perspective tools, flexible UI.

DxO Labs released several updates ot their products:

DxO PhotoLab 9 released
DxO PureRAW 5.3 released
New cameras and lenses support has been added. The new DxO Modules can be found in the following DxO software:

Via PhotoRumors

Posted in Other Leica Stuff| Tagged DxO FilmPack 6, DxO PhotoLab, DxO PureRAW 2, Luminar, ON1 Photo RAW, photo editing tools, Skylum Luminar Neo| 27 Comments

New: Oberwerth camera bag Albert for Leica D-Lux 8 cameras (coupon code included)

By LR admin | Published: September 1, 2025

Oberwerth announced the Albert camera bag, a new bag specifically designed for the new Leica D-Lux 8 camera. Combining timeless elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and a precise fit, the Albert Bag is the ideal companion for Leica’s iconic compact camera – and it’s also perfectly suited for the Leica D-Lux 7 and Fujifilm X100 models.

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

Previous Oberwerth product coverage can be found here. Check out the new Oberwerth half case for Leica D-Lux 7/D-Lux 8 cameras as well.

Additional information on the new Oberwerth Albert camera bag for Leica D-Lux 8 cameras:

Posted in Leica D-Lux| Tagged Leica D-Lux 8, Leica D-Lux 8 camera accessory, Oberwerth, Oberwerth bags for Leica| 132 Comments

Viltrox joins the L-Mount Alliance

By LR admin | Published: September 1, 2025

As already reported, today Viltrox joined the L-mount alliance.

Currently, Viltrox has only cinema lenses and adapters for L-mount:

Additional information:

Posted in L-Mount Alliance| Tagged L-Mount, L-Mount Alliance, Leica L-mount, Viltrox| 70 Comments

Leica digest #196

By LR admin | Published: August 31, 2025

→ New Leitz Cine 40mm T1.5 HUGO prime lens announced.

→ Sigma to announce a new 135mm f/1.4 full-frame lens for Leica L-mount on September 9th.

→ Leica Camera showcases the Leica Cine 1 at CEDIA Expo 2025.

→ Godox announced a new AD400Pro II all-in-one outdoor flash (additional information).

→ Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan with 1TB cloud storage on sale at B&H (now $100 off).

Posted in Other Leica Stuff| Tagged Leica Cinema Lenses, Leica digest, Leitz Cine lenses| 78 Comments

What about the Leica M12?

By LR admin | Published: August 30, 2025

The Leica M12 and the upcoming Leica M11-V with EVF are two different models. I already reported that the rumored Leica M camera with EVF doesn’t mean the optical rangefinder is dead. The Leica M12 will be a classical digital rangefinder camera that is rumored to be announced in 2026.

The M12 trademark seems to have been abandoned by Leica (all Leica trademarks can be found here). If you search for “M12”, there are many already-approved “M12” trademarks. The Leica M12 trademark status in the United States Patent and Trademark Office is currently listed as “active”. Perhaps the next Leica model will not be called the M12?