Leica digest #140


→ The new Thypoch Simera 35 f/1.4 & 28mm f/1.4 lenses for Leica M-mount are now in stock:


→ For the 2nd anniversary there is a new 20% off coupon code for Luminar Neo: AFF-FC7q (expires on February 26). The 20% off code could be used on top of any other existing offers.


→ New lenses for Leica L-mount rumored to be released next week:


→ Leica EDC multitool designed by Yanko Design.


→ What’s new on Kickstarter:

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Prime members can get $20 Amazon credit for backing up photos (unlimited storage)



Amazon Prime members can now get $20 Amazon credit for backing their photos via the Amazon Photos app (unlimited storage). The fine print for this offer can be found here:

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New Leica Omotesando Store to open in Japan


A new Leica Omotesando Store to open in April 2024 – this will be the third flagship store in Japan with a Leica Gallery attached:

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Breaking: first leaked Leica SL3 camera pictures and detailed specifications


Here are the first leaked Leica SL3 camera pictures and detailed specifications:

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New: Oberwerth micro bag for Leica Sofort 2 cameras




Oberwerth announced a new micro bag for Leica Sofort 2 cameras. Two different models are available:

The new Leica Sofort 2 hybrid instant camera is now shipping and some of the models are already in stock

Additional information and pictures:

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Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH black chrome finish lens listed as discontinued


The Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH black chrome finish lens is listed as discontinued at B&H Photo:


In the US the lens is currently in stock at Leica Store Miami and at Classic Connection. Two used lenses are available at B&H Photo:

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Leica SL2 vs. Leica SL3 specifications comparison


Leica SL2 vs. Leica SL3 specifications comparison:

Leica SL2 Leica SL3
Sensor 47,3 MP CMOS Sensor 60 MP CMOS BSI Sensor (18/36/60MP)
Dynamic range 14 f-stops 15 f-stops
Processor Leica Maestro III Leica Maestro IV with new L2 Technology
Connections HDMI 2.0b Type A, USB-C,
Audio-Out 3.5 mm/Audio-In 3.5 mm
HDMI 2.1 Type A, USB-C (with charging), Audio in and out 3.5 mm,
Timecode interface
Memory cards SD UHS-II CFExpress Type B + SD UHS-II
Screen 3.2” touchscreen (2.1M dots) 3.2″ backlight tiltable touchscreen (2.3M dots)
ISO 50 – 50,000 50 – 100,000
Autofocus Contrast detection PDAF, Contrast + object detection
Video recording FHD, 4k, C4k, MP4 + MOV FHD, 4k, C4K, 8K, MP4 + MOV, h265, ProRes (1080р)
Viewfinder OLED 5.76M dots, 120 fps OLED 5.76M dots, 120 fps
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2 Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
Battery 1860 mAh (BP-SCL4) 2200 mAh (BP-SCL6)
Apple MFi No Yes
Weight 838g 769g
Price $6,995 (available cheaper on Amazon) Around €7,000 (could be even cheaper in the US)

What is L² Technology?

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Billingham updated their classic 5-series camera bags



Billingham released new 5-series MKII camera bags (225 MKII, 335 MKII, 445 MKII, and 555 MKII). The new models should be soon listed for sale at Amazon, B&H, and Leica Store Maimi.

Additional information (see previous Billingham bags coverage):

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