PhotonsToPhotos added new test data on their website for the Leica CL mirrorless camera ($2,795):
You can now also compare the dynamic range vs. ISO setting between different camera models and manufacturers on this page. Here are a few screenshots comparisons (click for larger view):
The Leica APO-Summicron 50mm LHSA 50th anniversary lens is now shipping. Here is the first unboxing video sent by a reader from Germany:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAc4Jpti3Cs
As far as I know all 500 pieces (300 black and 200 silver chrome) are already sold out. Here are some pre-order links:
Additional pictures of the lens:
Adobe released several new software updates today with support for the latest Leica THAMBAR-M 90mm f/2.2 and NOCTILUX M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH lenses:
The current Adobe CC plan rates can be found here. You can get a free Lightroom CC trial on this page (no credit card required). More information on the different Lightroom versions is available here. The different Adobe Creative Cloud options are described here
Full list of new lens profiles added:
The Rock n Roll Hendrix strap is now available also for the heavier Leica SL and Leica S cameras. The Hendrix SL straps come in black and cigar brown leather and are available in two different lengths: 100cm and 125cm. The width of the strap is 24mm.
Today Leica Camera announced a new Leica Q special edition camera designed by Swiss Olympic gold medallist Iouri Podladtchikov. The Leica Q ‘Snow’ is based on the silver anodized version with a cowhide leather in pure white color on the front cover of the camera. The camera will retail for $5,395. Pre-order links:
Full press release and additional pictures:
Meister Camera listed the rare Leica Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 double aspherical (AA) lens on eBay with a starting price of €1:
It’s interesting to see how much will this lens sell for – the current bid is €2.248.
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