The Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI sale is ending tomorrow


The Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI sale is set to end tomorrow (with Gigapixel AI you can enlarge and enhance images up to 600% while improving the textures and details).

Use code RUMORS15 on any Topaz Labs product for an extra 15% off.

Check out this Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI example (upscale from 4,000px to 16,000px).

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Two new Leica cameras under development: code names “Wilson” (Leica Q3) and “Rene” (Leica M11 Monochrom?)


Leica is developing two new cameras. This information was spotted in the latest version of the Leica FOTOS app:

  • Code name “Wilson”: confirmed to be the already rumored Leica Q3 camera
  • Code name “Rene”: new Leica M camera, possibly based on the Leica M11 model (Leica M11 Monochrom?)

Here are the screenshots of the actual code:

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Limited time sale: buy all ten colored camera body M-mount metal caps for $99






For a limited time, you can get all 10 colors of the anodized metal Leica M-mount camera body caps for $99 with free US shipping at the Leica Rumors Online store.

Also: all 5 colored anodized metal M-mount lens caps are available for $199 at the Leica Rumors Online store.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions and other EU regulations, I can no longer ship internationally. If you reside outside the US, please contact me to discuss shipping options.

Additional pictures:

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Top 10 LeicaRumors posts for May 2022




These are the top 10 most visited LeicaRumors posts for May 2022: Read More »

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New Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary lens for Leica L mount announced


Today Sigma announced the previously rumored 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary lens for Leica L mount. Here are the details:

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Leica USA now sells pre-owned cameras and lenses with a warranty certificate for up to 24 months


Leica USA now sells pre-owned cameras and lenses with a warranty certificate for up to 24 months. Here are the details taken from the official Leica USA website:

Buy Pre-Owned

Quality without compromise
Before you hold one of our Leica Pre-Owned products in your hands, you can be sure it has gone through numerous checks. Selected Pre-Owned products receive in-depth inspections and come with a warranty certificate for up to 24 months. Leica Pre-Owned products, first-class quality guaranteed by Leica.

Sell Your Leica

Get ready for something new
Every Leica has its unique value, and serves as an investment in your legacy. When trading in your Leica product, we ensure you receive the best value towards a credit when you switch to new Leica equipment. Trade in your Leica Q when you buy a Leica Q2, upgrade your Leica SL (type 601) to an SL2 or SL2-S, and more.


Leica Camera USA currently points to two different websites for their pre-owned selection:

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Leica and Panasonic formed a new alliance called L² Technology (Leica x Lumix)



Today Leica and Panasonic announced a new alliance called L² Technology (L squared Technology) which uses the two “L” of the Leica and Lumix brands:

“L2 Technology will unify the strengths of two brands, LEICA and LUMIX. It will be a symbol of the collaboration by combining the technologies and know-how of the two companies in the fields of new camera and lens products and next-generation software, and create technologies and solutions that deliver new value in the new era. Through this collaboration, both companies will be able to maximize the synergies by Leica’s optical and imaging technology and Panasonic’s video and digital technology that have been cultivated over many years and jointly explore new creativity and expressive power. We will develop innovative L2 Technology that will create a new imaging world.

Both Leica and Panasonic will jointly invest in new technologies that can be incorporated into camera and lens products, and will incorporate mutually developed technologies into each other’s LEICA and LUMIX products to further enhance their product capabilities. Going forward, each brand will utilize L2 Technology, which is designed to open up new possibilities for creative camera users, in their marketing activities in order to develop a collaborative system over the long term.”

Press release:

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