Red Dot Forum Camera Talk Live tomorrow: The Leica D-Lux 8 Episode

By LR admin | Published: August 16, 2024


Tomorrow Red Dot Forum Camera Talk Live will have an episode on the new Leica D-Lux 8 camera:

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New releases from Topaz Gigapixel, ON1 NoNoise AI, and Luminar Neo

By LR admin | Published: August 15, 2024


→ Topaz Labs released Gigapixel version 7.3.1 (additional information).


→ ON1 released NoNoise AI 2024.5 (AI noise reduction). The new version of ON1 NoNoise AI features the new 2024 high-detail models, an upgraded Quick Mask AI tool for faster noise reduction adjustments, and optimized performance for smoother editing. NoNoise AI 2024.5 can be used as a standalone application on Mac or Windows or as a plugin for Adobe PS/Lr and other editors. Additional information is available here.


→ Skylum announced that the next Luminar Neo Fall Update will be coming in mid-October – see the details here. There is also a new Early bird offer for new users (ends: August 25, 2024):

The Skylum Luminar Neo photo editing software is now available for download/sale at B&H Photo.


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Artralab Nocturne 50mm f/1.2 lens for Leica M-mount now available

By LR admin | Published: August 13, 2024



The previously reported Artralab Nocturne 50mm f/1.2 lens for Leica M-mount is now available in three different versions:

Additional pictures:

ArtraLab lenses are sold on Amazon and on their official website.

Previous coverage of ArtraLab lenses can be found here.

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Leica New York Standard by Mark Kronquist

By LR admin | Published: August 13, 2024




The American Standard is more than just a brand of toilets by Mark Kronquist, Member ILS/LHSA (@kronquistm):

I was flushed with excitement a couple of months ago when eBay had an auction for a Leica D R P Vintage Leica Parts:

”This vintage Leica D. R. P. camera from Ernst Leitz Wetzlar is a treasure trove of accessories with 2 manuals included. The lense manual has the year 1939 on the back cover with a sketching of the German manufacturing plant. With its classic black body and German engineering, it’s a collector’s dream. The camera is perfect for those who want to purchase for parts in order to restore or accessorize this or similar vintage cameras. It was purchased at an estate sale with a number of various parts and accessories but appears to be missing parts that can be seen in the manual. It will be sold as is and I can’t attest to the usability of the various parts and lenses. Please see photos for a better understanding of what is included and what is missing.”

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Leica digest #158

By LR admin | Published: August 11, 2024


→ The new Thypoch Eureka 50mm f/2 lens for Leica M-mount is now in stock (additional information).


→ SmallRig launched the SmallRig x Andyax creator accessory tool kit that includes a versatile multi-tool, an assortment of Allen wrenches and other tools, a kit of common screws, a roll of black gaffer tape, and four rolls of colored spike gaffer tapes: Amzon, B&H Photo, and SmallRig Store (international shipping). Additional information is available here.


→ Photo News Roundup Week of August 4th, 2024.


→ The new Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 lens for Leica L-mount was on display for the 2024 P&I show in Shanghai.


→ Voigtlander COLOR-SKOPAR 50mm f/2.2 VM lens report by DC.Watch (orders open at B&H | Jogeier | Erhardt | Koch | Calumet | Reddotcameras).


→ Updated Meike Pro full-frame lens roadmap (L-mount):

  • Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro
  • Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 II Pro
  • Meike AF 15mm f/1.8 Pro
  • Meike AF 24mm f/1.8 Pro
  • Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro

→ The latest Leica YouTube videos:

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Sad news: closing of Leica Store SoHo (NYC)

By LR admin | Published: August 11, 2024



The Leica Store SoHo in NYC has permanently closed a year after the passing of its owner, Eli Kurland. Here is the notice on the shop’s door:


Here are a few pictures of the Leica SoHo store from my last visit in 2019:

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Update on the upcoming SUB13 underwater housing for Leica M6 film cameras

By LR admin | Published: August 10, 2024


Here is a quick update on the upcoming SUB13 underwater housing for Leica M6 film cameras:

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The German company SPINN.DESIGN released a new CW.02 water-resistant wrapper for photo equipment

By LR admin | Published: August 9, 2024


The German company SPINN.DESIGN announced a new CW.02 wrapper for camera gear. The new version is waterproof with a mid-layer that keeps splash water and moisture out. It also comes with an all-over hook-and-loop closure for quick, reliable, and space-saving protection. The Kickstarter project has collected almost $40k.

Other Kickstarter/Indiegogo projects:

Via PhotoRumors

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