Leica Rumors

This new Kani 43mm extension ring allows you to attach 75mm filters on the Leica D-Lux, D-Lux 7, and D-Lux Type 109 cameras

By LR admin | Published: February 16, 2021

The Japanese company Loca Design released a new KANI 43mm extension ring that allows you to attach the HT75mm filter holder (with the HT75 step-up ring) on the Leica D-Lux/D-Lux 7/D-Lux Type 109 and Panasonic LX100/LX100 M2 cameras:

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The new Leica Perspective Control feature explained (for Leica M10-P, M10-R and M10 Monochrom cameras)

By LR admin | Published: February 16, 2021

Without Leica Perspective Control

With Leica Perspective Control

A few weeks ago Leica released a new Perspective Control feature driven by Computational Imaging for the Leica M10-P, M10-R and M10 Monochrom cameras. Reddotforum published a nice article explaining in details how the new feature works:

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Leica short film “Do It Justice” by Nate Townsend

By LR admin | Published: February 16, 2021

Worth watching – the latest Leica short film “Do It Justice” by Nate Townsend:

“Through the lens of a camera, an aging photographer grapples with the dichotomy of life’s magnificence and despair, determined to leave a legacy that will transcend the test of time. A story of passion and craft, director Nate Townsend’s film is a cherished memento dedicated to preserving the passion of photography passed from father to child.”

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Announced: Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2 Asph and Voigtlander ULTRON Vintage Line 35mm f/2 Asph Type II VM lenses for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: February 15, 2021

Today Cosina announced the previously rumored Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2 Aspherical VM and Voigtlander ULTRON Vintage Line 35mm f/2 Aspherical Type II VM lenses for Leica M-mount:

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The Leica SL2-S scored 95 at DxOMark

By LR admin | Published: February 14, 2021

DxOMark just published their test results and analysis of the Leica SL2-S camera sensor. Here is the conclusion (click on screenshots for larger view):

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The price of the new Leica APO-Summicron-SL 28mm f/2 ASPH lens will be $5,195

By LR admin | Published: February 12, 2021

A quick update on the upcoming Leica APO-Summicron-SL 28mm f/2 ASPH lens – the price of the lens will be $5,195. This will be the 6th prime Leica SL lens:

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The new Kamerakraft LM grip v2.0 for Leica M film cameras is now available for sale at the Leica Rumors Online Store

By LR admin | Published: February 11, 2021

Update – Kamerakraft grips are currently out of stock, but you can check the latest IDS Works modular grips for different Leica models.

The new Kamerakraft LM grip v2.0 for Leica M film cameras I mentioned on Instagram a few weeks ago is now available for sale in the Leica Rumors Online Store with free international shipping:

The grip is equipped with an ARCA rail and a small compartment for storing batteries or extra strap lugs – here are the details:

Compatible with every film Leica M body, except the M5. This includes the Leica M1, M2*, M3*, M4, M4-2, M4-P, M6, M6TTL, M7, MP, MA, MD and MD2 (MD’s are compatible only with non-scientific baseplate).
Four SR44 / LR44 battery compartments so that you won’t have any excuses when your batteries suddenly dies.
Tripod quick lock rail (ARCA standard) to stop messing with your clumsy and uncentered tripod screw.
One bottom wrist strap lug to prevent your fingers from being jammed in your previous goddamn strap.
Beautiful aesthetics that won’t ruin your beautiful Leica slim line
A grippy profile that will let you hold your camera with only two fingers.

* Some early M cameras have a larger tripod thread (3/8″) in the baseplate. If your camera has that, you can easily adapt to the modern 1/4″ standard with a cheap and widely available “screw in” adapter.

Also: When using the following old goggled lenses, you will have to remove the grip for mounting and unmounting the lens because the goggles will interfere with the grip area: Summaron 35mm f2.8 with goggles, Summicron 35mm f2 with goggles, Elmarit 135mm f2.8 with goggles.

Additional pictures of the Kamerakraft LM grip: