The previously rumored Leica Q2 “Dawn” by Seal special edition camera is now officially announced Only 500 pieces will be available worldwide. The set includes:
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Viltrox announced a new and upgraded PRO version of their Canon EF/EF-S lens to Leica L-mount camera AF adapter with positive-lock EF lens mount:
Here is an updated list of rumored/expected Leica cameras and lenses (see the previous lists here):
Several Leica L-mount APS-C lenses have been listed as discontinued at Camera Kitamura (Japan)
In the US, most Leica TL lenses are available at B&H Photo, but Adorama does not have a single one in stock.
I have been reporting for a while that the Leica CL/TL systems are discontinued:
The next Wetzlar Camera Auction will take place on October 8th, 2022 in Wetzlar. Among the many Leica cameras and lenses (see online catalog), there will also be a working replica of the Leica MDa NASA camera with a Noctilux 50mm f/1.2 lens – expected to sell for €60,000 – €80,000:
“Leica MDa NASA with Noctilux 50 mm f/1.2 – superb replication of the famous camera used for the NASA Skylab Experiment S063 UV Airglow Horizon Photography – the purpose of the mission was to photograph the airglow, especially at twilight, within the visible and middle ultraviolet spectral range – offered for sale in our upcoming auction on October 08th 2022 in Wetzlar!”
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LEICA WOMEN FOTO PROJECT AWARD CALL FOR ENTRIES
Four winners across US, UK, Mexico and Canada will receive $10,000 and a Leica SL2-S set
Since its inception in 2019, the Leica Women Foto Project continues to serve as a platform to cultivate a diverse and inclusive community through photography. Its mission is to encourage photographers to demonstrate the importance and impact of a woman’s point of view on the way we see and engage with our world. Las Fotos Project, ConnectHer Film Festival and has co-created the Leica Women Foto Project Grant with the International Leica Society.
Back in April I reported that two new Leica 35mm and 50mm Summilux M lenses are rumored to be announced later in 2022:
New Leica 35mm and 50mm Summilux M lenses rumored to be announced later this year
The new Leica Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH lens was just officially announced, so the information I posted a few months ago seems to be correct and we may see a new/refreshed Leica Summilux-M 50 f/1.4 ASPH lens soon as well.
The new Leica Summilux-M 35 f/1.4 ASPH lens is now available for pre-order:
