Leica Noctilux-M 75mm f/1.25 ASPH lens confirmed – coming later this year

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2017


The Japanese website Nokishita confirmed that Leica will announce a new NOCTILUX-M 1:1.25/75 ASPH lens later this year.

Just FYI: the total depth of field of a 75mm f/1.2 full frame lens at 10 ft/3 m is 4.56 in/11 cm.

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Leica Q “GINZA SIX” limited edition cameras announced

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2017



 
Two new limited edition Leica Q GINZA SIX cameras were introduced in Japan to commemorate the new Leica Store Ginza that opened on April 20th:

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Leica Camera strengthens its management board (press release)

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2017

Leica Camera Strengthens Its Management Board

Matthias Harsch Will Lead the New Sales, Marketing and Communications Management Board

April 20, 2017 – The progressive internationalization of Leica presents new opportunities for all areas of the company, including new operations and realignment of the sales force. The Supervisory Board of Leica Camera has therefore decided to strengthen its Management Board and redistribute its responsibilities.

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New Leica Camera subsidiary: LC Light & Imaging Systems

By LR admin | Published: April 22, 2017


Here is the full press release on the new Leica Camera subsidiary I mentioned a few days ago:

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Latest Leica US rebates still ongoing despite the upcoming price increase

By LR admin | Published: April 21, 2017


Just a reminder that in addition to the upcoming Leica price increase in the US on May 1st, the latest Leica rebates are still valid until June 30th:

Other ongoing Leica deals:

  • Leica M Typ 262 lens kits – check the latest pricing at B&H and Adorama
  • Leica M7 starter set – check the latest pricing at B&H and Adorama
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Leica price increase in the US: the full list with new pricing

By LR admin | Published: April 20, 2017


Here is the full list of Leica products that will get a price increase on May 1st as I already reported yesterday (courtesy of Leica Store Miami):

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Leica price increase coming to the US on May 1st, M10 goes up by $300

By LR admin | Published: April 19, 2017


Leica will raise most of their US prices on May 1st. I do not have the full list, but here is what to expect:

  • Leica M10: up by $300
  • Leica M Typ 262: up by $200
  • Many of the Leica M10 accessories are going up in price as well, for example the M10 thumb support is going up by $45
  • Leica 007 Typ 007: up by $1,700
  • Most of the Leica M lenses (except the Summarits) are going up by $100, here are a few examples:
    • Leica Summaron 25mm f/5.6: up by $100
    • Leica Elmarit 21mm f/3.4: up by $100
    • Leica Noctilux 50mm f/0.95: up by $100
    • Leica Summilux 50mm f/1.4: up by $100

Update: see this post for the full/new price list.

If you haven’t noticed yet, prices of photo gear have been going up for a while now and will continue to do so as the industry continue to shrink. If you are planning to buy a new Leica camera, lens or accessory, I recommend you place an order before the end of this month:

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