Sigma 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports lens for Leica L-mount now officially announced

By LR admin | Published: August 19, 2025


The previously reported Sigma 200mm f/2 DG OS Sports lens for Leica L-mount is now officially announced:

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Leica digest #194

By LR admin | Published: August 17, 2025

→ Wooden Leica M3 and M6 camera replica models (scale 1:1) available for sale on eBay.

→ The new MAVEN WAVE 3 filters (Diopters, Mini Ring Light, Star Walker, LPL+Diffusion, H Alpha & more) have already raised almost $200k on Kickstarter in just a few days.

→ To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Leica specially released this MP limited edition camera in 2009. The gold-plated body is matched with red leather. The top cover is engraved with the red Tiananmen and Chairman Mao Zedong’s handwritten “Long Live the People’s Republic of China”. The back is engraved with red “The 60th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China” and other words, which are luxurious and elegant. The exhibition “Witness of the Century: When Leica Meets China” is on display and will last until August 25.


→ Kodak says it might have to cease operations


→ Why digital cameras are coming back.

→ Peak Design released new colors for their camera bags, pouches, and straps (check the official website for additional information).


→ Two new 200mm f/2 lenses are coming for L-mount – one from Sigma and one from Venus Optics.

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Some additional pictures of the new Oberwerth half case for Leica D-Lux 8 cameras (fits also the D-Lux 7)

By LR admin | Published: August 16, 2025

Some additional pictures of the new Oberwerth half case for Leica D-Lux 8 cameras (fits also the D-Lux 7):

Two different versions are available:

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

For additional information, see also my original post:

Oberwerth announced a new half case for the Leica D-Lux 8 camera (fits also the D-Lux 7)

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Leica X1 camera leatherette replacements now available for purchase

By LR admin | Published: August 15, 2025



Leica X1 camera leatherette replacements are now available for purchase at PPPcameras. Here is what’s included:

  • Leatherette for the front right and left panels
  • Leatherette for rear panel
  • Leatherette for the side door
  • Price: $30

Here are the available colors:

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New Artizlab Classic 35mm f/1.4 “Silver Edition” lens for Leica M-mount by Funleader now available (inspired by Leica’s legendary 1960s 35mm f/1.4 V2 lens)

By LR admin | Published: August 13, 2025







The Artizlab Classic 35mm f/1.4 “Silver Edition” lens for Leica M-mount by Funleader is now available for order (see previous coverage of the lens). The lens was previously available only in black, and now the silver version is listed online. The lens is inspired by Leica’s legendary 1960s 35mm f/1.4 V2 lens.

Additional information:

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The latest Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical VM lens for Leica M-mount is now shipping, available for pre-order

By LR admin | Published: August 13, 2025


Cosina announced that the latest Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical VM lens for Leica M-mount started shipping on July 24th. Pre-orders are now open at:

See also a review of the lens here. Additional information on the lens can be found here:

Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical VM lens officially announced (Leica M-mount)

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Kickstarter updates: Peak Design Pro Tripod raised $4 million with 3 days left, new Maven Filters WAVE 3 magnetic filter line launched

By LR admin | Published: August 12, 2025



The Pro Tripod by Peak Design has already raised almost $4 million on Kickstarter (backed by 4,742 backers). The funding project will end in 3 days. With that campaign, Peak Design launched three new lines of PRO tripods, including a lite and tall versions. Additional information can be found here (check also the Peak Design website).

Maven Filters started a Kickstarter campaign for a new WAVE 3 magnetic filter line (Diopters, Mini Ring Light, Star Walker, LPL+Diffusion, H Alpha & Much More):


Still available on Kickstarter – the LIT DUO 1 light meter:

Via PhotoRumors

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