2012-2013 Leica Akademie workshops

By LR admin | Published: August 30, 2012

There is a new 2012-2013 Leica Akademie workshops schedule for North America. The new destinations are Chilean Patagonia, Big Sur & Monterey in California and Santa Fe and Taos in New Mexico. The price of the workshops varies from $2,499 to $7,725. Full list of all Leica Akademie classes can be found here.

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M-Stedi grip for Leica M cameras

By LR admin | Published: August 28, 2012

M-Stedi is a new type of gripping device made for Leica M cameras that installs on the strap ring:

  • Fits every Leica M Camera from M1 to M9.
  • It is easy to fit, no tools are required.
  • Modular concept specially for Leica cameras.
  • It enables relaxed shooting by resting comfortably in the shooting hand which in turn gives more freedom to control the camera. No more gripping the camera, just a steady and stable platform.
  • Better F-stop control when the camera is handheld.
  • It attaches to the strongest part of the camera for piece of mind.
  • It may be used together with other gripping devices.
  • Can be used with leather cases.
  • It is stylishly packaged in a handmade box in the 50 year tradition of Leica lenses.
  • Each M-Stedi is engraved by Walter himself to ensure authenticity.
  • Flash as well as viewfinders can be used in conjunction with the M-Stedi.
  • Price: $130

Product demo video:

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Camera Raw 7.2 release candidate now available with support for eight Leica lenses

By LR admin | Published: August 28, 2012

Adobe announced Camera Raw 7.2 release candidate with support for eight Leica S and M lenses:

Lens MountLens Name
LeicaLEICA APO-SUMMICRON-M 50 mm f/2 ASPH.
LeicaLEICA APO MACRO SUMMARIT-S 120 mm f/2.5 (CS)
LeicaLEICA ELMARIT-S 30 mm f/2.8 ASPH. (CS)
LeicaLEICA SUMMARIT-S 35 mm f/2.5 ASPH. (CS)
LeicaLEICA SUMMARIT-S 70 mm f/2.5 ASPH. (CS)
LeicaLEICA APO ELMAR-S 180 mm f/3.5 (CS)
LeicaLEICA VARIO-ELMAR-S 30-90 mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH.
LeicaLEICA SUPER-ELMAR-S 24 mm f/3.5 ASPH
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Leica related news/links

By LR admin | Published: August 26, 2012

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Leica M9, M9-P now also on sale at Adorama

By LR admin | Published: August 22, 2012

Adorama now also has the Leica M9/M9-P discounts (up to $1000 depending on the model) on their website. You have to add the camera to your cart in order to see the discounted price:

Update: Now B&H also has the new pricing.

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This iPhone app simulates Leica rangefinder

By LR admin | Published: August 22, 2012

  
The iPhone app ViewFinder Classic ($0.99) recreates the experience of a Leica rangefinder camera on the iPhone. The application features a full-screen viewfinder with a set of frame lines for the classic 35mm and 50mm focal lengths. It offers a minimalist interface, with a shutter and an exposure setting button.

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Leica Camera is an official partner of the St. Moritz Art Masters 2012

By LR admin | Published: August 22, 2012

  

Solms, Germany (ots) – St. Moritz Art Masters is a unique and exclusive art and cultural festival. Leica and is also an official partner and is involved in photography in various fields: from exhibitions on photography workshops and to the promotion of young photographers who present during the St. Moritz Art Masters their shots.

St. Moritz Art Masters takes place from 24 August to 2 September for the fifth time in various places in the Engadine, will offer visitors high-quality outdoor installations, photography and exhibitions by internationally renowned artists.

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