Tekiac is selling a special mounting aid tool for attaching the new B+W Ultra Slim Filter Series on Leica Q3 43 cameras (this is the first B+W filter that can be used in macro mode and with the Q3 43 lens hood).
You can use the discount code LEICARUMORS to receive a 5% discount when purchasing from this link.
Additional information on how the tool works:
Freewell has introduced two new Leica Q3 43 accessories:
The Freewell Leica Q3 43 Real Lens Hood features CPL & Black Mist filters, touchless operation, flipable design, and NFC cap (available also at B&H Photo):
The new Freewell Leica Q3 43 Thumb Grip with Cold Shoe Mount features a cold shoe mount, scratch-proof silicone padding, CNC aluminum construction, and enhanced stability (available also at B&H Photo):
Other Leica Q3 43 accessories:
Here is some additional informtion on the new “100 Leica Stories” book that was released this week for the centenary celebration of the Leica I model – the book can be ordered from B&H Photo (more Leica books are available on Amazon):
→ The new Leica MONOPAN 50 black and white film will be priced at €12 including VAT, according to the official press release that was released after I published my blog post. The US price has not been released yet – check B&H Photo for updates. Shipping will start on August 21st.
→ Venus Optics announced a new Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF full-frame ultra-wide lens for L-mount (additional information).
→ Panasonic, make this camera, please (Leica Q-inspired interchangeable lens camera).
→ Let’s talk 50 Summicron: this is the array of version 1 lenses.
→ Discover the legacy: the new Leica M11-D 100 Year of Leica.
→ Xiaomi announced a new Mix Flip 2 phone in China, co-engineered with Leica.
The new Brightin Star 28mm f/2.8 olive green limited edition lens comes with a free L-mount lens adapter and UV filter if you purchase it directly from the Brightin Star official website:
The lens is also available for sale on Aliexpress, but without the free adapter. Amazon is already sold out.
Check all available Brightin Star lenses here.
Additional information on the lens:
Akara Labs released two new Slim Skin camera cases – they are available in both gripped and non-gripped versions with the Akara signature quick-release bung mount system:
Voigtländer Bessa Slim Skin Case
More Akara Labs cases and products can be found here (check also their website):
The Leica 0-series No. 112 from 1923 was auctioned for 7.2 million euros at the 46th Leitz Photographica Auction – the second most expensive camera ever sold (the online catalogue can be found here).
Leica 0-Series No. 112 prototype coming up for auction: one of the rarest cameras in history
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