Leica Rumors

Leica released new universal strap lug for the Leica T Typ 701 cameras

By LR admin | Published: January 8, 2016

Today Leica announced new universal strap lug for the Leica T Typ 701 cameras that will allow you to use third party straps:

Leica T universal strap lug

There is also a new Leica leather strap:

Leica stone-grey strap

Via Reddotforum

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New Techart adapter will let you autofocus Leica M lenses on Sony A7 cameras

By LR admin | Published: January 7, 2016

It seems that every week we get a new type of Sony a7 lens adapter. There is now even a new adapter from Techart (prototype I believe) that will let you autofocus Leica M lenses on Sony a7 cameras. See the demo in this video:

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Leica Minilux to Leica M mount lens conversion adapter from MGR Production

By LR admin | Published: January 6, 2016

MGR Production launched a new Leica Minilux to Leica M mount lens conversion adapter. With this adapter you can use the 40mm f/2.4 Summarit lens from the Minilux on any Leica M camera. This will be an interesting project if you can find a cheap Minilux camera on eBay.

Photos of the conversion adapter (without lens):

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12% discount on almost all Leica products carries over to 2016

By LR admin | Published: January 4, 2016

The Leica US savings has been extended in 2016. The 12% discount on almost all Leica product was first introduced in May, 2015 as a result of the strong US dollar. Similar savings are also available in the UK. Check out our sponsors for additional details and pricing:

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Leica teams up with QuizTrail for interactive London photo trail

By LR admin | Published: January 4, 2016

Leica Store City, based at 18 The Royal Exchange, has joined forces with QuizTrail, the popular trail-setting App for iPhones, to create an interactive photo walk through the City of London.

On 20 January 2016, participants will be able to explore the City from a new perspective on a secret walking trail, starting at Bank tube station, and culminating at Leica’s Royal Exchange store.

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