Leica releases firmware update 2.0 for Leica Q (Typ 116) camera


As I already reported last week, Leica released firmware update version 2.0 for the Leica Q Typ 116 camera. The firmware and the instructions can be downloaded here.

New features:

1. DNG-only mode added
2. EVF extended mode added
3. Extended low shutter speed range
4. User Profile menu item directly accessible
5. Level Gauge display changed
6. Size of 1 Point AF metering area now selectable (Small / Standard / Large)
7. One Point AF movement in digital zoom mode restricted to cropped frame
8. Improved Face Detection AF mode function
9. Additional information display screen added
10. Image playback touch zoom function changed
11. Long exposure / Noise reduction countdown added
12. Three modes available for the thumbwheel (Off / AUTO / Exp. Comp.)
13. Mode Lock of the video record button implemented
14. Wi-Fi Password setting changed
15. Flash unit compatibility extended

Official press release:

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New colors Yosemite camera straps released

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Extended Photographic Material released new colors of their Yosemite camera straps.

Press release:

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Leica APO Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH lens in silver anodized finish now in stock

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The new Leica APO Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH lens in silver anodized finish is currently in stock at B&H and Adorama (Popflash will have them in stock on Wednesday).

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Firmware update version 2.1 for Leica SL rumored to be released next week

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In addition to the upcoming Leica Q firmware update, Leica will also release a new firmware update version 2.1 for the SL mirrorless camera. The main changes are: tethered shooting and improved AF-C focusing plus several bug fixes. The firmware is expected to be released on Friday, July 29th.

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List of fixes in the upcoming Leica Q firmware update 2.0 *UPDATED*

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This is the list of fixes that will be included in the upcoming firmware update version 2.0 for the Leica Q camera:

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Leica R-adapter L for the SL Typ 601 starts shipping

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The Leica R-adapter L for the SL Typ 601 (for using R lenses on the SL) started shipping in the US (the price is $750).  The adapter is compatible with R lenses produced after 1976. Here is the full list of supported lenses:

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Leica Q firmware update version 2.0 to be released on July 26th

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I received some information that a new firmware update version 2.0 for the Leica Q camera will be released on July 26, 2016. The download links will be available on Leica’s website and in the Leica Owner’s Area.

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