Leica Rumors

More sample images from the new Leica M surface online

By LR admin | Published: December 20, 2012

The website seekinglight.net published few sample images taken with the new Leica M ($6,950). This is the second time images from the new M surface on the Internet. Here is a quote from the article:

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Leica APO-TELYT-M 135mm f/3.4 lens gets 6-bit coding

By LR admin | Published: December 19, 2012

The Leica APO-TELYT-M 135mm f/3.4 lens ($3,495) will now be manufactured with 6-bit coding. One of the reasons for this step is because the new Leica M digital rangefinder will make it easier to use telephoto lenses (live view, focus confirmation). If you have purchased the Leica APO-TELYT-M 135 mm f/3.4 lens after September 1st 2012, you can get the 6-bit coding for free.

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The new Leica S starting to ship in the US

By LR admin | Published: December 18, 2012

The new Leica S medium format digital camera is currently starting to ship in the US. The camera is priced at $21,950. B&H lists the expected availability date as December 28th:

Here are the basic camera specs:

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Leica Boutique in Prague now open

By LR admin | Published: December 18, 2012

The first Leica Boutique in the Czech Republic is now open. The store is located at FotoSkoda in Prague. Here is the video from the grand opening:

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MCub: a new case for Leica M cameras

By LR admin | Published: December 17, 2012

MCube is an innovative and elegant camera case made for Leica M cameras (M8, M9, M). The case will fit a camera body with any attached lens (except the 135mm):

The MCube features a customised, soft, padded interior lined with Alcantara®, and an elegant, premium leather exterior, providing the ultimate in luxury protection for your Leica M : dustproof, waterproof, shock-resistant and safe from the wear and tear of everyday life.

The price is €799 and is available in four different colors:

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Leica lens mugs coming to a dealer near you

By LR admin | Published: December 17, 2012

During this holiday season you will be able to purchase two different Leica lens mugs from your local dealer. Production is of course limited. The ceramic mugs will come with removable lids and will be priced at around $35. Two different versions will be available: Noctilux-M 50 and Summarit-S 70. The first mug was already listed on eBay few weeks ago.

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