Leica digest #181


→ The 2025 China P&E 2025 show starts next week in Beijing. Expect many new lenses to be announced/displayed (is the above picture of a new 7Artisans 10mm f/3.5 lens for Leica M-mount?)


→ Leica Camera AG Switzerland is celebrating the anniversary with an event and an exhibition as part of the Biel/Bienne Festival of Photography.


→ Tickets for the Leica Experience Days 2025 are now available (July 11–13 | Leica Welt Wetzlar).


→ Leica Netherlands is a proud sponsor of Fotofestival Naarden 2025.


→ Xiaomi is adding Leica shutter sounds to their smartphone models.

→ New Panasonic Lumix S1II/S1IIE cameras and Lumix S 24-60mm f/2.8 lens for L-mount leaked online.

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Leica/Leitz at the 2025 Bild Expo in NYC: register now for free




Leica/Leitz will take part in the upcoming 2025 Bild Expo by B&H Photo – the free registration is now open (previously reported here):

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Meet Aperty: the new AI-powered portrait editor

Meet Aperty: The New AI-Powered Portrait Editor Portrait Photographers Will Love

Aperty: The Pro Portrait Retouching Tool Photographers Have Been Waiting For

If you’ve been searching for the best retouch app to enhance your portraits, Aperty is worth a closer look. This intelligent portrait retouch software uses advanced AI to deliver natural, professional results—without hours of manual work. Whether you’re working with RAW files from your Z8 or crafting portrait shoots with your D750, Aperty helps you retouch photos with speed and subtlety. It’s especially great for photographers who want clean, realistic skin tones, refined details, and a workflow that fits right into their creative process.

Right now, there’s a great way to try Aperty with no pressure. A 7-day trial and a free month on the yearly plan give you room to explore, while a generous 30-day satisfaction guarantee adds peace of mind. And if you subscribe this spring, you’ll also receive a thoughtful Editorial gift pack featuring a Reference Guide for Poses and Light Textures Pack—tools. Take advantage of 50% off the subscription and enjoy creating spectacular portraits with Aperty’s pro retouching tools. Additionally, with code NIKONRUMOURS you get an extra 10% off.

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7Artisans AF 85mm f/1.8 lens for L-mount officially announced


The previously reported 7Artisans AF 85mm f/1.8 lens for L-mount has been officially announced. The price is $299, and you can order one at B&H Photo or the official 7Artisans site (international shipping available).

Additional information on the new lens:

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Leica released firmware updates for almost all of their latest camera models


Leica released firmware updates for almost all of their latest camera models:

All the latest Leica firmware updates can be downloaded from Leica’s website.

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The new Leica M11-P Safari camera is now also available for pre-order at B&H


The new Leica M11-P Safari camera is now also available for pre-order at B&H:

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Leica M11-P Safari camera officially announced





The previously rumored Leica M11-P Safari camera is now officially announced:

Since the 1970s, Leica Safari editions have stood out for their olive-green colour scheme. These robust special models have also been extremely popular ever since they were first introduced. The Leica M11-P Safari is writing the next chapter of this success story with its olive-green paint finish. It also features silver-coloured controls and dials on the top plate and front. As a discreet detail, it is topped off with a subtle silver screw rather than the red Leica logo. Last but by no means least, the engraved signature Leica script, as well as the “Leica Camera AG” and “Wetzlar, Germany” letterin,g lend the M11-P Safari classic elegance

Leica M11-P Safari camera key features:

  • Solid brass top plate with scratch-resistant olive green matte paint
  • Matching olive green leatherette & battery
  • Silver controls and dials
  • Silver Leica script engraving on top plate
  • Specs & performance same as standard Leica M11-P
  • Sustainable Packaging, Made in Germany

For pricing and availability, check our sponsors:

AmericasEuropeAsia
B&H Photo
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Classic Connection
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Rangefinder
Map Camera

Additional informtion (see also Reddotforum):

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