Leica Rumors

Another Leica price increase coming? Trump threatens a new 30% tariff on goods from the EU effective August 1…

By LR admin | Published: July 13, 2025

We already had a price increase in the US (and Canada) based on the first round of tariffs, and now the Trump administration is threatening a new 30% tariff on goods from the EU, effective August 1: BBC | Reuters.

If you are planning on purchasing any new Leica gear, now would be a good time to do so – check availability and pricing at our sponsors:

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Leica digest #189

By LR admin | Published: July 13, 2025

→ Where to repair your vintage camera and what to watch out for?

→ Trade in your gear toward an epic Leica photo adventure at Leica Store Miami and receive a 10% bonus on your trade-in value.

→ 2025 Leica Oskar Barnack Award shortlist finalized (additional informtion).

→ Leica announced new APO-Televid and Televid HD spotting scopes with attachments for various Leica cameras – check availability at B&H Photo.

→ First look at Leica MONOPAN 50 black-and-white film and the Leica darkroom in Wetzlar.

→ Xiaomi denies rumours of ending partnership with Leica and releases Leica Xiaomi Mi 15 Ultra “100 years of Leica” limited edition set:

New Leica Xiaomi Mi 15 Ultra “100 years of Leica” limited edition set announced: pic.twitter.com/VuDOyQU4Jt
— Leica Rumors (@LeicaRumors) July 13, 2025

→ Hunting for Treasures at the Bièvres Photo Fair 2025 by Jo Geier from Mint & Rare.

→ IDSworks film camera grip installation.

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The Artralab 35mm f/1.4 “Steel Rim” lens for Leica M-Mount is now back in stock

By LR admin | Published: July 11, 2025

The Artralab 35mm f/1.4 Steel Rim lens for Leica M-Mount is now back in stock (both the black and silver versions):

Amazon Store
B&H Photo (special order)

Additional informtion on the lens can be found here:

Just announced: new ArtraLab SIMILAR 35mm f/1.4 “Steel Rim” full-frame lens for Leica M-mount

Artralab also opened its official Amazon store:

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Oberwerth announced a new half case for the Leica D-Lux 8 camera (fits also the D-Lux 7)

By LR admin | Published: July 10, 2025

Oberwerth announced a new half case for the Leica D-Lux 8 camera (100% velvety soft cowhide) that also fits the previous D-Lux 7 model. Two different versions are available:

You can use the coupon code RUMORS for a discount when purchasing from Oberwerth.com.

More Oberwerth product coverage can be found here.

Additional information on the new Oberwerth half case for the Leica D-Lux 7/8 cameras:

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5% off coupon code on selected IDS Works products

By LR admin | Published: July 9, 2025

You can use the coupon code “RUMORS” to receive 5% off select IDS Works products (Initial Design Studio). Minimum purchase of USD100 required. Limited to one use per customer with code “RUMORS“:

Check the IDSWorks website for the latest accessories for Leica and other brands.