Aether and Leica released a new “Monochrom” Reporter Jacket (previously reported here). The original version is currently on a waiting list:
New collaboration: Aether x Leica bring you a limited edition “reporter jacket”
Leica also collaborated with Shackleton for the Frank Hurley waterproof jacket for active photographers:
Additional information on the new Aether x Leica “Monochrom” Reporter Jacket:
The previously reported Leica price increase, resulting from the Trump import tariffs, is set to take effect tomorrow, May 1st (see details at Reddotforum). You still have a few hours to purchase the Leica gear you need before the price increase – check our sponsors for pricing and availability:
| Americas | Europe | Asia |
| B&H Photo Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection | Leica Lisse WEX Photo | RedDotCameras Calumet | Koch | Koster | Rangefinder Map Camera |
Update – as I already reported, the Leica prices in Canada will also go up since they are operated by Leica North America:
Leica is rumored to increase prices in the US and Canada on May 1st
IDS Works released two new products:
The new IDS Works M11-Lite Grip for Leica M11 cameras is now available. Pricing starts from $167. There are several new options for the aluminum grip pad with two connecting points for the Leica Finger Loop – additional information:
IDSworks also released a new modular CL grip for Leica CL cameras. Additional information is available here:
Previous IDS Works product coverage can be found here:
Skylum released a new Luminar Neo Spring update with new AI-powered enhancements (additional informtion).
DxO Labs added support for the latest cameras and lenses (see the full list here).
ON1 released their free April update for Photo RAW 2025.
Topaz Labs collaborates with WhiteWall to provide pristine prints (additional information).
Adobe Max London product updates.
Via NikonRumors
The previously reported Leica M11-P Safari edition camera is rumored to be announced on May 8th. The European price is expected to be €9,250. I have no idea what the US price will be, but please note that on May 1st, the new Leica US pricing will take effect:
Stay tuned for more details on the Leica M11-P Safari.
Pictured above: Leica M10-P Safari limited edition camera.
The Leica D-Lux 8 camera is currently listed for sale for $2,634 on Amazon:
The original price is $1,595. The D-Lux 8 is made in China and is facing a 145% tariff
DxO Mark released the sensor test scores/ranking of the new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount (now in stock in the US):
