Leica news, before it happens

→ Leica M10-R hands-on with Seth Miranda.

→ Hands-on review: the high-resolution Leica M10-R.

→ Leica M10-R coverage from RedDotForum with sample photos and comparisons.

→ Sean Reid, www.reidreviews.com, just published a review of the M10R and the results of studio tests comparing it to the M10P and Q2. These are the first two articles in a ten-part series he’s doing which include studio comparisons (including lens resolution and vignetting tests) of the M10R, M10P, M10M, M-240, Q2 and SL2 in various combinations. Photo Info: Leica M10R With Leica 35/2.0 Summicron ASPH, ISO 200, Circa F/5.6 @ 1/350 (copyright Sean Reid/Reid Reviews, used with permission).

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The Leica M10-R camera is now officially announced with a new 40 megapixel color sensor. The new flagship expands the M10 family, which includes the M10, M10-P, M10-D and M10 Monochrom. The Leica M10-R will be available end of July at Leica Stores, Boutiques and Dealers for $8,295 in black chrome and silver chrome finishes. Sample photos are available at Reddotforum and Explora. Pre-orders are now open at:

Leica M10-R key features:

• 40MP full-frame CMOS sensor
• Leica Maestro II image processor
• Optical 0.73x-magnification viewfinder
• 3.0″ 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD
• Shutter speed: 16min-1/4000sec
• ISO range of 100-50,000
• Extra silent mechanical shutter
• 3-button layout with ISO dial

Leica M10-R camera additional coverage: hands-on reports, reviews, sample photos and more

Leica M10-R camera additional coverage (part 2)

More details can be found in the press release below:

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You can watch the livestream Leica M10-R camera announcement here:

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The Leica M10-R camera is rumored to be announced tomorrow at 3 pm CET (9 am EST). Stay tuned for all the details. Leaked specifications, pricing, and pictures of the new camera can be found here.