A reader sent me this picture of a new special/limited edition Leica M camera that will probably be announced in the next few weeks. I have no other details for this set. Can someone recognize the logo on the top plate?
Update: the top plate has the signature of Ara Güler – an Armenian-Turkish photojournalist who recently received the Leica Hall of Fame Award. Here is some additional information:
Leica Camera and ONA announced an exclusive collection of of camera bags. Shipping will start in November to Leica Stores and Boutiques. Pricing was not yet announced (check the current ONA bags availability and pricing at B&H and Amazon). Additional information on the new Leica-ONA collection:
Update: check pricing and availability here.
Leica announced a new Leica M-P “grip” by Rolf Sachs special edition camera that comes with a Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH lens. The US price is $14,950 and you can pre-order one at:
Additional information after the break:
I have some of these vintage Leica M3 replica camera tins available for sale at the online store:
Additional information:
Note: As part of the printed tin, this Leica M3 replica camera has several imperfections/signs of wear to simulate a vintage look. These are not defects – please take a look at the attached product pictures (click for larger view).
You can use the camera tin to store candy, film, pens, cash and more:
The Leica M3 vintage replica camera tin compared to a “real” Leica MP:
Leica booth at PDN PhotoPlus Expo 2009
Leica Camera will be attending the PhotoPlus Expo 2016 that will take place in New York City from October 20 – 22. Leica has booth #905. You can get a complimentary 3-day pass here.
Miyazaki San has created a new MS Optics Apoqualia-G 28mm f/2 lens for Leica M mount – it is designed, manufactured and hand-assembled in Japan by Mr. Sadayasu Miyazaki. The price is ¥100,000 (around $970).
Lens specifications and additional pictures:
