Viltrox is trying to connect and negotiate with Leica for the L-mount licensing, according to this post on YouTube:
This means that Viltrox could join the L-Mount Alliance. There are already several Chinese companies that make L-mount lenses without officially being part of the L-Mount Alliance:
Leica is rumored to announce a new M11 black paint limited edition camera with “Dubai” or “UAE” engraved on the top side (maybe M11-P this time, but I don’t think so). The official announcement should happen very soon.
Update – here are the latest details:
The new camera will be a limited edition M11, black paint, with contrast silver ISO and shutter speed dials and words “Dubai UAE” on top instead of “Wetzlar Germany”. Number of the item (001/100) engraved on the hotshoe. That would be a part of a series of similar releases – probably next would be the US and China. The official announcement is expected tomorrow, January 22nd. The price will be around $10,000.
This edition will be limited to 100 pieces – celebrating the 100th Leica anniversary:
The previously reported new Artizlab Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount by Funleader (inspired by Leica’s legendary 1960s 35mm f/1.4 V2 lens) is now available for pre-order.
You can get 5% off your order with coupon code LEICARUMORS:
Lens technical specifications and additional information:
Kamerakraft released a new grip for Leica M11 cameras (LM11GRIP V1). The new grip is made from solid 6061 aluminum. Here are the main features:
Leica Camera released a firmware update version 2.1.0 for the new SL3-S mirrorless camera with Content Authenticity Credentials – see the details at Reddotforum:
Leica SL3-S pre-order links:
| Americas | Europe | Asia |
| Adorama | B&H | Amazon Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection | Leica Lisse Red Dot Cameras Calumet | Koch | WEX | Rangefinder Map Camera |
The previously rumored Leica SL3-S full-frame mirrorless camera is now officially announced (as expected). For pre-orders, pricing, and availability, check our sponsors:
| Americas | Europe | Asia |
| Adorama | B&H | Amazon Leica Miami Tamarkin Camera Classic Connection | Leica Lisse Red Dot Cameras Calumet | Koch | WEX | Rangefinder Map Camera |
Additional informtion on the SL3-S can be found here: “Leica’s SL3-S Is the Fastest Camera in Its 100-Year History“. Check also Reddotforum.
“The Leica SL3-S is designed for creative professionals, offering exceptional performance for both photographers and videographers. Its 24MP BSI Full-Frame Sensor excels in low light, with 5 stops of IBIS and ISO up to 200,000. Its advanced autofocus system features 779 PDAF points for impressive speed and precision. Videographers can use Open Gate Recording, 6K RAW output, ProRes 422 HQ, and direct SSD capture. With no recording limits and Leica’s signature colour reproduction, it’s a powerful all-in-one solution.”
Leica SL3-S firmware update version 2.1.0 released with Content Authenticity Credentials
Press release:
