Leica SL Typ 601 firmware udpate 1.2 released

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As previously reported, Leica released firmware update version 1.2 for the SL Typ 601 mirrorless camera. This update will bring several improvements in the camera’s picture quality and handling, such as:

  • Optimization of picture quality at ISO values from 50 to 400
  • Improvements to the image in the electronic viewfinder
  • Greater flexibility when entering WLAN passwords

Additional information:

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This Briggs Automotive Company Mono car comes with a free Leica T camera

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This is the report I received from a reader who recently attended the Briggs Automotive Company’s (BAC) Mono sports car launch in Hong Kong:

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Leica Q3 camera concept design

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Check out this Leica camera concept design from tolgatuncerlab.com:

  • Big and sharp 4.4 MP EVF unit with magnification ratio of 0.77x
  • Fixed Summilux Lens with 23mm & 35mm focal length switch.
  • Fixed touchscreen unit.
  • Aluminum rotary knob on top-left to change the ISO and shutter speed settings.
  • Dedicated Exposure compensation dial [ +3 , -3 ] on the top-left.
  • APS-C
  • Satin matt aluminum body finish
  • Width 13.5 cm
  • Height 8.30 cm [EVF – bottom]
  • Thickness 6.7cm [EVF – Lens]

Additional images:

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Leica SL Typ 601 firmware 1.2 spotted in the wild

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A reader sent me this picture of his brand new Leica SL Typ 601 mirrorlesss camera that came with firmware update version 1.2 (the original version during launch was 1.0). Expect the official announcement in the next few days. Here is what to expect:

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The Konost full frame digital rangefinder camera project is still alive

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Expect some updates soon on the full frame digital rangefinder camera project from Konost (more information available here):

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Leica owners can get 20% off Adobe CC Photography plan for the first year

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Leica owners can now get 20% off Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan for the first year. This offer is valid till December 31st, 2015. Additional information:

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Leica M Typ 262 camera: shutter sound video, new “short” menu

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I already reported that the new Leica M Typ 262 camera is currently shipping (pre-order options). This is the new “short” menu introduced in the Typ 262 (taken from the manual):

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Here is a video of the M 262 improved shutter sound:

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