The new Komaru “Damascus” limited edition soft-release button (made from a solid bar of Damascus steel) is now in stock at Taos Photo and Leica Store Miami. This is the second and final batch of this limited edition.
Additional information on the Komaru Damascus limited edition soft-release button:
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The first pictures of previously rumored Leica Q2 James Bond 007 limited edition camera leaked online:
Update – it seems that the 007 bag/case is made by the British company Globetrotter (the sticker price is around £1,100).
Topaz Labs announced a new version 2.3 of their DeNoise AI software used for eliminating noise and recovering details. DeNoise AI is now on sale for $59.99 (regularly $79.99). This offer is valid through Friday, October 9.
The Utility Bundle, which includes DeNoise AI, Gigapixel AI, Sharpen AI, and JPEG to RAW AI, is also on sale for $195 (regularly $249.99).
Users with expired DeNoise AI licenses need to purchase a one-year license renewal for $49 in order to get the new features.
You can use coupon code RUMORS15 for an additional 15% off on all Topaz Labs products.
Today Leica announced a new V-Lux 5 Explorer camera kit that includes a Billingham Hadley camera bag and a woven rope strap by COOPH. For pricing and availability, check our sponsors:
Press release:
PhotonsToPhotos published their sensor measurements for the new Leica S3 medium format camera. Here are a few comparisons with other cameras (click for larger view):
The TTartisan 11mm f/2.8 fisheye lens for M-mount (see review) is now on sale for $319 ($50 off) with FREE international shipping for the next 24 hours (the regular price of this lens is $369 at Amazon and B&H). The lens does come with an external 11mm metal viewfinder for easier framing. Other mount versions and other TTartisan lenses can be purchased directly at the PR online store (also with free international shipping). Additional information on the TTArtisan 11mm f/2.8 fisheye lens for Leica M-mount:
Here are a few videos explaining the new FotodioX Pro PRONTO AF adapter that will let you autofocus Leica M lenses on Fujifilm X-mount cameras:
