Leica Rumors

New Komaru Damascus limited edition soft release button released

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2020

A new Komaru “Damascus” limited edition soft-release button was released today:

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Leica Oskar Barnack Award celebrates 40 years

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2020

This year is a milestone year for the prestigious Leica Oskar Barnack Award, as it celebrates 40 years of honoring establish and emerging photographers from across the world. Leica Camera will mark the momentous year with a few updates to the Award judging process and upgrading prizes awarded to winners:

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Results from the 36th Leitz Photographica Auction

By LR admin | Published: June 21, 2020

The results from the 36th Leitz Photographica Auction are now available online (see also this post). For example, the pictured above Leica M10 prototype P01 camera sold for €32,000 euros excl. buyer’s premium. Here are a few other Leica highlights from the auction:

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Leica SL2 firmware update version 2.0 released with a new 187MP Multishot feature

By LR admin | Published: June 19, 2020

Today Leica released new firmware update for the SL2 mirrorless camera. Version 2.0 includes a new Multishot feature that creates 187MP high-resolution photos. In Multishot mode, you get one regular 47MP feature and one 187MP high-resolution file.

Update: additional information on the new Leica SL2 firmware update 2.0 can be found at Red Dot Forum.

Leica Store Amsterdam posted a video on the new firmware update:

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New: Oberwerth half cases for Leica Q2 and Leica M10 cameras

By LR admin | Published: June 17, 2020

Oberwerth has a new series of half cases for Leica Q2 and Leica M10 cameras. The new products are available for sale on the official Oberwerth website (coming soon to B&H Photo).

You can get 10% off all Oberwerth products with coupon code “Rumors21“. This discount cannot be combined with any other offer. The coupon code is valid only at oberwerth.com for a limited time.

Additional information and pictures:

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The new Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM lens is now in stock

By LR admin | Published: June 16, 2020

The new Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM lens for Leica M-mount is now in stock at:

Product highlights and additional pictures:

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TTartisan 50mm f/0.95 lens for Leica M-mount announced – pre-order it here

By LR admin | Published: June 14, 2020

The long-awaited TTartisan 50mm f/0.95 lens for Leica M-mount is now officially announced and you can pre-order it right here with free international shipping.

The lens is expected to start shipping in 1-3 weeks directly from the factory. Shipping usually takes 1-2 weeks depending on the country. Please note that I have no control or input on the shipping time and process. The lens comes with a 2 years manufacturer’s warranty.

Additional photos: