The previously rumored Leica Q3 Monochrom camera with a 28mm lens is expected to be announced on November 20th, but will it be available in the US The Leica M EV1 camera was released worldwide three weeks ago, but it is still not available in the US because of the government shutdown. Will the upcoming Q3 Monochrom follow the same fate? As of today, I could not find any references in the FCC databases for a Leica Q3 Monochrom camera.
Cosina officially announced that it will be discontinuing the following three Voigtlander VM lenses (for Leica M-mount):
Godox announced a new X5 TTL wireless flash trigger for Leica cameras.
Godox will also soon announce a new iT30 Pro flash for Leica – they recently confirmed that in an email to a reader:
Additional information on the X5 TTL can be found here:
→ After previously selling out, the limited-edition AETHER + Leica Reporter Jacket in Monochrom is available online for a limited time only. The original version is currently on a waiting list. Aether also published a video of their visit to Leica Camera HQ in Wetzlar, Germany (see it at the bottom of this post).
→ Ulanzi launched a new VF01 waist-level optical viewfinder (worldwide shipping available).
→ DxO released new versions of PhotoLab 9.2, PureRAW 5.5, and Nik Collection 8.2 (additional information is available here). You can get 15% off DxO products with code RUMORS when you purchase from this link.
Light Lens Lab opened the pre-orders for the new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 Aspherical “11873” lens for M-mount (Double Aspherical AA). Use the coupon code RUMORS for 5% off when you order from this link. Additional information on the new lens can be found here and on this new/updated page. A new Titanium Limited Edition version was also introduced:
Pre-Order Notice for the Titanium Limited Edition version: pre-orders for the Titanium Grey Limited Edition will close on November 21st, 2025, at 12:00 a.m. EST.
The Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 Aspherical “11873” lens for M-mount was initially prototyped in 2023 and reviewed by Leica Society International. The lens has been refined with upgraded aspherical and high-refractive ED elements, improved alignment, and optimized performance for modern high-megapixel sensors. Here are the details (previous coverage of LLL lenses can be found here):
Squarehood released a new lens hood for the Summicron 35mm V3 lens. This hood screws into the 39mm filter thread and can accommodate a 39mm filter. It comes with a newly designed plastic clip-on cap. This hood will also work for the V2 lens if you have a 39mm filter thread (some of the earlier lenses did not have a thread).
Squarehood offers several different lens hoods and some other accessories for Leica cameras and lenses:
The previously reported Leica SL3 Reporter camera is now officially announced. For pricing and availability, check our sponsors:
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The Leica SL3 “Reporter” camera features a scratch-resistant olive-green finish, no red dot, aramid-fabric armoring, black buttons, a black display frame, and black dials. The US price is $7,995 (the regular SL3 version is $7,485). The Reproter edition will include a BP-SCL6 battery, USB-C cable, strap, and a quick-start guide. The technical specifications are identical to the existing Leica SL3 model:
Additional informtion on the new Leica SL3 Reporter camera (see also the report from Reddotforum):
