Leica Rumors

Reminder: Leica price increase coming to the US tomorrow, get your gear now

By LR admin | Published: April 30, 2025

The previously reported Leica price increase, resulting from the Trump import tariffs, is set to take effect tomorrow, May 1st (see details at Reddotforum). You still have a few hours to purchase the Leica gear you need before the price increase – check our sponsors for pricing and availability:

Americas	Europe	Asia
B&H Photo Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection	Leica Lisse WEX Photo \| RedDotCameras Calumet \| Koch \| Koster	Rangefinder Map Camera

Update – as I already reported, the Leica prices in Canada will also go up since they are operated by Leica North America:

Leica is rumored to increase prices in the US and Canada on May 1st

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New IDS Works accessories: M11 Lite grip & modular CL grip

By LR admin | Published: April 29, 2025

IDS Works released two new products:

IDS Works M11-Lite Grip for Leica M11 cameras

The new IDS Works M11-Lite Grip for Leica M11 cameras is now available. Pricing starts from $167. There are several new options for the aluminum grip pad with two connecting points for the Leica Finger Loop – additional information:

IDS Works modular CL Grip for Leica CL cameras

IDSworks also released a new modular CL grip for Leica CL cameras. Additional information is available here:

Previous IDS Works product coverage can be found here:

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The latest updates from Luminar, DxO, ON1, Topaz, and Adobe

By LR admin | Published: April 29, 2025

Skylum released a new Luminar Neo Spring update with new AI-powered enhancements (additional informtion).

DxO Labs added support for the latest cameras and lenses (see the full list here).

ON1 released their free April update for Photo RAW 2025.

Topaz Labs collaborates with WhiteWall to provide pristine prints (additional information).

Adobe Max London product updates.

Via NikonRumors

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New Leica M11-P Safari edition camera rumored to be announced on May 8th (€9,250)

By LR admin | Published: April 28, 2025

The previously reported Leica M11-P Safari edition camera is rumored to be announced on May 8th. The European price is expected to be €9,250. I have no idea what the US price will be, but please note that on May 1st, the new Leica US pricing will take effect:

Leica US price increase officially announced for May 1st

Stay tuned for more details on the Leica M11-P Safari.

Pictured above: Leica M10-P Safari limited edition camera.

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The Leica D-Lux 8 camera is listed for $2,634 on Amazon

By LR admin | Published: April 28, 2025

The Leica D-Lux 8 camera is currently listed for sale for $2,634 on Amazon:

The original price is $1,595. The D-Lux 8 is made in China and is facing a 145% tariff

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DxO Mark tested the sensor of the new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: April 27, 2025

DxO Mark released the sensor test scores/ranking of the new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount (now in stock in the US):