Topaz Labs released Gigapixel AI version 5.5.0 (now $20 off)

By LR admin | Published: April 26, 2021


Topaz Labs released version 5.5.0 of Gigapixel AI with some major improvements like a new AI engine, improved speed, a new “Very Compressed” AI model, and more (the full list of changes can be found here).


The new Gigapixel AI is now on sale until May 7, 2021 ($20 off). See also the new and updated Topaz Labs pricing. You can also get 15% off all Topaz Labs products with code RUMORS15.

“With Gigapixel AI, you can upscale and enhance any image – even low-resolution shots from many years ago. It’s a great tool for reviving older images, and also for getting more quality from that great photo you shot yesterday. You can try Gigapixel AI totally free, or you can grab it now and save $20 for a limited time.”

Via PhotoRumors

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New Kistar 40mm f/2.4 lens for Leica M-mount is currently under development

By LR admin | Published: April 26, 2021


The Kistar 40mm f/2.4 lens already exists for Sony E-mount (see here and here) and the Leica M-mount version of the lens is currently under development according to the manufacturer Kinoshita Optical:

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Leica digest #76

By LR admin | Published: April 25, 2021


→ Is Photopia the new Photokina?


→ Free leather upgrade on Leica certified used cameras in Japan.



→ A new double hot-shoe for Leica cameras was announced in Japan (for using a finder and an exposure meter at the same time). The translated version of the article can be found here.

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New: Oberwerth SLING bag

By LR admin | Published: April 23, 2021




Oberwerth introduced a new SLING bag – here are the details:

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New book: Wilhelm Albert – Birthdays of the Leitz Photo Constructions from 1927

By LR admin | Published: April 23, 2021




Lars Netopil Classic Cameras has published a new book “Wilhelm Albert – Birthdays of the Leitz Photo Constructions from 1927” that is currently available for sale at Jo Geier and other fine camera and book stores (check also Amazon). Additional information:

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Exclusive offer: $30 off on the Megadap MTZ11 Leica M to Nikon Z autofocus adapter

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2021




For a limited time, the Megadap MTZ11 Leica M to Nikon Z autofocus adapter is now $30 off at the LeicaRumors and PhotoRumors online stores (price includes free international shipping) – this offer is valid until April 30th.

Update: this promo is now over.

All other stores are selling the Megadap MTZ11 for $349: Adorama, Amazon, B&H.

Additional coverage of the Megadap MTZ11 Leica M to Nikon Z autofocus adapter can be found here and here:

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Additional information/rumors on the upcoming Leica VARIO-ELMARIT-SL 24–70mm f/2.8 ASPH lens (L-mount)

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2021


Some additional information/rumors on the upcoming Leica VARIO-ELMARIT-SL 24–70mm f/2.8 ASPH lens (L-mount):

  • The Leica VARIO-ELMARIT-SL 24-70mm f/2.8 ASPH lens will be a part of a new “economy line” from Leica (not sure for the exact name of the new product line)
  • The official announcement should be in May
  • The VARIO-ELMARIT-SL 24–70mm f/2.8 ASPH lens will be offered together with the Leica SL2s camera as a set.
  • The lens will be priced just slightly higher than the Panasonic Lumix S PRO 24-70mm f/2.8 lens for L-mount (still under €3,000/$3,000?)
  • The lens will not have an all-metal body like other Leica SL lenses
  • The optics of the lens are rumored to be based on the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art lens
  • The design and construction will be very similar to the current Panasonic Lumix S PRO 24-70mm f/2.8 lens for L-mount:

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