Finally, a real Leica Q3 competition: Sony announced a new RX1R III camera

By LR admin | Published: July 15, 2025



After a decade, the Leica Q finally got some real competition – today, Sony officially announced a new RX1R III full-frame, fixed-lens camera. Here are the basic Sony RX1R III specifications:

  • 61MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI Sensor
  • ZEISS Sonnar T* 35mm f/2 Lens
  • BIONZ XR & AI Processing Unit
  • 693-Point PDAF & Real-Time Tracking AF
  • 4K 30p 10-Bit & FHD 120p Video
  • 2.36m-Dot 0.7x OLED EVF
  • 3.0″ 2.36m-Dot Touchscreen LCD
  • Step Crop Modes and Creative Looks
  • Updated Design, Improved Battery Life
  • SD UHS-II Slot; USB-C, HDMI, Mic Ports
  • No IBIS
  • No tiltable screen
  • No weather sealing (Leica has IP52)


Here is a specifications comparison between the Leica Q3 and the Sony RX1R III cameras:

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AkaraLabs released a new Leica SL2 “SlimSkin” camera case

By LR admin | Published: July 15, 2025



AkaraLabs released a new Leica SL2 “SlimSkin” camera case. Two different versions are available: “Standard” and “Tripod Mount“. The new case is 100% compatible with the AkaraLabs camera base protectors. Here are the details:

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Another Leica price increase coming? Trump threatens a new 30% tariff on goods from the EU effective August 1…

By LR admin | Published: July 13, 2025


We already had a price increase in the US (and Canada) based on the first round of tariffs, and now the Trump administration is threatening a new 30% tariff on goods from the EU, effective August 1: BBC | Reuters.

If you are planning on purchasing any new Leica gear, now would be a good time to do so – check availability and pricing at our sponsors:

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Leica digest #189

By LR admin | Published: July 13, 2025


→ Where to repair your vintage camera and what to watch out for?


→ Trade in your gear toward an epic Leica photo adventure at Leica Store Miami and receive a 10% bonus on your trade-in value.


→ 2025 Leica Oskar Barnack Award shortlist finalized (additional informtion).


→ Leica announced new APO-Televid and Televid HD spotting scopes with attachments for various Leica cameras – check availability at B&H Photo.


→ First look at Leica MONOPAN 50 black-and-white film and the Leica darkroom in Wetzlar.

→ Xiaomi denies rumours of ending partnership with Leica and releases Leica Xiaomi Mi 15 Ultra “100 years of Leica” limited edition set:

→  Hunting for Treasures at the Bièvres Photo Fair 2025 by Jo Geier from Mint & Rare.

→ IDSworks film camera grip installation.

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Top 10 most viewed LeicaRumors posts for June 2025

By LR admin | Published: July 13, 2025


Here are the top 10 most viewed LeicaRumors posts for June 2025:

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The Artralab 35mm f/1.4 “Steel Rim” lens for Leica M-Mount is now back in stock

By LR admin | Published: July 11, 2025


The Artralab 35mm f/1.4 Steel Rim lens for Leica M-Mount is now back in stock (both the black and silver versions):

Additional informtion on the lens can be found here:

Just announced: new ArtraLab SIMILAR 35mm f/1.4 “Steel Rim” full-frame lens for Leica M-mount

Artralab also opened its official Amazon store:

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Oberwerth announced a new half case for the Leica D-Lux 8 camera (fits also the D-Lux 7)

By LR admin | Published: July 10, 2025

Oberwerth announced a new half case for the Leica D-Lux 8 camera (100% velvety soft cowhide) that also fits the previous D-Lux 7 model. Two different versions are available:

You can use the coupon code RUMORS for a discount when purchasing from Oberwerth.com.

More Oberwerth product coverage can be found here.

Additional information on the new Oberwerth half case for the Leica D-Lux 7/8 cameras:

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