New: Oberwerth Leica M11 leather camera bag “Louis”

By LR admin | Published: April 10, 2022



Oberwerth announced a new leather camera bag “Louis” specially designed for the new Leica M11 camera. The bag is available with black and red stitching. Here are the details:

  • Compact format perfectly matched to the Leica M11
  • Perfect protection thanks to extra thick padding
  • Individually divisible main compartment thanks to the freely adjustable divider
  • Length-adjustable, robust, and color-coordinated shoulder strap with ergonomically shaped leather shoulder pad
  • 100% full-grain, tumbled, velvety-soft cowhide
  • LOXX® locking system protects against unwanted accessWeight: 670g
  • Inner dimensions: 20 x 16 x 10 cm (WxHxD)
  • External dimensions: 24 x 18 x 14 cm (WxHxD)
  • Leather: velvety soft cowhide

If you purchase the bag directly from Oberwerth you can get 10% off with coupon code “RUMORS22“.

The bag is also available for sale at B&H Photo and in all Leica Stores (Leica Store Miami and Leica Store Lisse).


Additional information:

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Capture One 22 version 15.2.0 released, currently $120 off

By LR admin | Published: April 9, 2022


Capture One officially released a major new version 15.2.0.

For a limited Capture One is $120 off only at B&H (offer ends April 11 at 8:59 AM EDT):


Here are the details on the latest Capture One version 15.2.0:

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Leica digest #92

By LR admin | Published: April 9, 2022


→ Wise introduced a new series of V90 standard SDXC UHS-II memory cards in 128GB, 256GB, and the world’s first 512GB.


→ Hodinkee: hands-on exploring new brand territory with the Leica L2 watch.


→ KUVRD has a new product on Kickstarter – a teeny cleaning tool for lenses & screens: “Universal Glass Cleaners. Safely clean any lens/screen/monitor. Conveniently stick to any surface/device. Washable. Reusable.”


→ The Leica Summit 2022 registration is now open (it will take place outside of Bern, Switzerland).



→ New Leica M11 reviews at Capa Camera and Unperfect01.

→ Next are the latest Leica-related videos:

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Just announced: Leica Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH matte black paint finish limited-edition lens

By LR admin | Published: April 7, 2022




Leica just announced a new robust, limited-edition version of the Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH lens in matte black finish – a special paint that is extremely scratch-resistant:

  • Special scratch-resistant matte black paint finish
  • Muted green-infilled engravings
  • Built-in retractable lens hood
  • Black lens dot
  • Limited to 450 pieces worldwide

The price is $4,495 – $500 cheaper than the regular 28mm Summicron version – here are both lenses side-by-side:


This edition is limited to 450 lenses worldwide and it is already sold out in most stores:


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New: MS Optics Sonnetar 50mm f/1.3 lens for Leica M-mount by Mr. Miyazaki

By LR admin | Published: April 6, 2022





There is a new MS Optics Sonnetar 50mm f/1.3 lens for Leica M-mount from Miyazaki San (priced around $900) – here are the Google translated details:

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Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2022 jury and nominator announcement

By LR admin | Published: April 5, 2022


Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2022

Leica Camera is once again presenting the renowned Leica Oskar Barnack Award. With the announcement of the jury, the selection process for the photography award moves into its final phase.

This year, the Leica Oskar Barnack Award (LOBA) enters into its 42nd edition. Based on the submissions made by nominators from all over the world, the jury decides on the shortlist and winners. The 2022 jury includes:

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Sharpen AI v4.1, DeNoise AI version v3.6, Luminar AI v1.5.2, and Luminar Neo v1.0.4 released

By LR admin | Published: April 3, 2022


Topaz Labs Sharpen AI version 4.1 released with improved auto-select mask models, streamlined batch model downloads, and other performance enhancements (use coupon code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off).


Topaz Labs DeNoise AI version 3.6 released with an updated RAW model, refreshed file saving experience, and stability improvements to bring you even better noise reduction (use coupon code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off).


Skylum Luminar AI version 1.5.2 and Luminar Neo version 1.0.4 were released with new functionality and better performance.

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