Leica M 240 firmware update 2.0.2.5 to be released soon

By LR admin | Published: June 15, 2015

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Leica M 240 firmware update 2.0.2.5
Leica will soon release a new firmware update 2.0.2.5 for the M 240 camera. The links on the US website are not active yet, but the German link already has the firmware available for download.

Updates in progress, stay tuned for details…

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This special edition Leica Noctilux f/1 lens comes with its own Elie Bleu humidor

By LR admin | Published: June 13, 2015

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This special edition Leica Noctilux f/1 limited edition lens comes with its own humidor. After 66 bids, the currently price on eBay is $7,800. The lens was originally introduced in May, 2008 with a price tag of 10,000 Euros (the French press release can be found here):

Update: the lens sold for $12,768 after 81 bids.

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Additional pictures and detailed description from the eBay listing:

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The Leica Q Typ 116 camera is now shipping in the US

By LR admin | Published: June 12, 2015

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The Leica Q Typ 116 camera (more info | review | pre-order) is being shipped to dealers in the US today and many will have it in stock by the end of the day.

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Leica Q Typ 116 pre-order options

By LR admin | Published: June 10, 2015

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Here is an updated list of stores that are already accepting pre-order for the Leica Q Typ 116 camera:

Additional info on the Q can be found here, see also our detailed hands-on review.

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The Leica Q Typ 116 Review: The Future of German Camera Engineering

By Louis Ferreira | Published: June 10, 2015

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The Leica Q Typ 116 Review: The Future of German Camera Engineering
by Louis Ferreira
http://500px.com/LouisFerreira

We have a lot to discuss. So if you are looking for a summary, the Leica Q brings together the best aspects of German and Japanese engineering perfectly for the first time. I wouldn’t say the camera is for everyone and it isn’t perfect yet, but it’s the best modern autofocus camera we have seen from Leica and the best fixed lens autofocus camera on the market as of 2015.

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Leicarumors was put in an interesting position in May when Leica invited us to see the Q. We already previously reported the name of the Q and we were sure we knew everything coming out, but Leica wouldn’t tell us in advance what we going to see, so we had to decide if access was of more value to our readers than smaller, possibly incorrect leaks about details. This was a trial for everyone involved and might not happen again, but if you have any questions or comments about the decision that was made feel free to contact us directly or via the comments.

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Leica Q Typ 116 compact full frame camera announced

By LR admin | Published: June 10, 2015

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The new Leica Q compact full frame camera with a Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH lens is now officially announced. This time we are trying something different here at LeicaRumors – we did not report any rumors in exchange for an early access to the new Q. This was just an experiment and it doesn’t mean we will operate that way in the future. Make sure to check our detailed Leica Q hands-on review that Louis will publish online right after this post, but first here is everything you need to know about the latest Leica camera:

Key points/features

  • Full-frame 24 MP CMOS Sensor
  • Summilux 28 mm/f1.7 ASPH lens with macro-mode
  • Black anodized color
  • Touch screen control
  • Minimalist design
  • Locking function which allows the user to switch between automatic and manual focusing
  • Close focusing distance: 17 cm
  • Built-in Optical Image Stabilization
  • New Leica Maestro II processor
  • Digital frame selector (offers focal lengths of 35 and 50 mm), DNG files remain in 28mm
  • Integrated Wi-Fi and Leica Q app makes it easy to share pictures
  • Adobe Photoshop Lightroom included
  • Fastest autofocus lens in it’s class
  • Integrated 3.68 megapixel electronic viewfinder (EVF)
  • Thumb rest
  • Live-View and Focus Peaking
  • Video recordings in full 1080p HD
  • Top plate made of aluminum, body made of magnesium alloy
  • Laser engraved lettering and the numbers
  • Made in Germany

Price and pre-order options

The US price of the Leica Q camera is $4,250. Shipping should start in the next few days. I will have another post once pre-orders are live at our sponsors:

Additional Q information after the break:

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The Leica Summilux-M 28mm f/1.4 ASPH lens is now shipping in the US, curently in stock

By LR admin | Published: June 9, 2015

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I received information that the new Leica Summilux-M 28mm f/1.4 ASPH lens is now shipping in the US and is currently in stock at:

Additional information on the 28 Lux can be found here.

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Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II price increase

By LR admin | Published: June 7, 2015

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Cosina Japan announced a price increase for the Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II: starting July 1st, 2015 the price will go up by ¥9,000 (around $70). The current US price is $225.

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