Leica Rumors

Review: Kipon M-M 2x Baveyes optic extender for Leica M-mount lenses

By LR admin | Published: May 3, 2025

Here is the short review of the new Kipon M-M 2x Baveyes optic extender for Leica M-mount lenses (previously reported here) by Alik Griffin – please check his website (Twitter | Instagram | Pintrest) for the long version with many sample photos and tests:

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The Leica D-Lux 8 camera is now $2,790 in the US (up $1,195)

By LR admin | Published: May 2, 2025

I already reported on the new price of the Leica D-Lux 8 camera (made in China) before the official price increase caused by the proposed Trump tariffs, and I was not far off. The D-Lux 8 went from $1,595 to $2,790 in the US:

The Leica D-Lux 8 camera is listed for $2,634 on Amazon

Reminder: Leica price increase coming to the US tomorrow, get your gear now

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Leica M11 100 Years of Leica “NEW YORK USA” exclusive limited edition camera launch in NYC this weekend

By LR admin | Published: May 1, 2025

This weekend, Leica will be celebrating “100 Years of Leica: Witness to a Century” in New York City (free tickets are still available) and will officially release the Leica M11 100 Years of Leica “NEW YORK USA” camera:

Leica Camera celebrates 100 years of the Leica I camera with special events in New York City on Saturday, May 3

The previously reported Leica M11 “100 YEARS OF LEICA” Anniversary Edition is part of the new products released today for the 100 years of Leica I celebration. One hundred units will be produced for each of the six country-specific designs. They will be showcased at events worldwide and made available exclusively in each respective country:

Leica M11 100 Years of Leica “NEW YORK USA” Exclusive Limited Edition

The new Leica M11 “100 YEARS OF LEICA” anniversary edition camera *UPDATED*

For the availability of the new Leica M11 100 Years of Leica edition, check our sponsors:

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Additional information on the new Leica M11 100 Years of Leica “NEW YORK USA”:

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Aether x Leica Reporter Jacket: now available in “Monochrom”

By LR admin | Published: May 1, 2025

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:

Another Leica photographer’s jacket collaboration – this time with Shackleton (new Leica x Shackleton Frank Hurley waterproof jacket for active photographers)

Additional information on the new Aether x Leica “Monochrom” Reporter Jacket:

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Reminder: Leica price increase coming to the US tomorrow, get your gear now

By LR admin | Published: April 30, 2025

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:

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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

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New IDS Works accessories: M11 Lite grip & modular CL grip

By LR admin | Published: April 29, 2025

IDS Works released two new products:

IDS Works M11-Lite Grip for Leica M11 cameras

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: