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Ricoh GXR M-mount unit presentation

By LR admin | Published: June 28, 2011

Here is a brief video demonstration of the upcoming Ricoh GXR M-mount unit:

In January 2011, Ricoh announced their plans to introduce a new M-mount GXR cartridge that will take Leica M lenses without the need of an adapter. The expected specs are:

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Leica photographer: Wolfgang Wesener (video)

By LR admin | Published: June 27, 2011

Leica Portrait: wowe from leica camera on Vimeo.

German born, New York based photographer wowe (Wolfgang Wesener) has photographed some of the most iconic individuals of the past two decades. He is especially known for his photography of the 1980s punk scene in New York and his photos from that period were recently displayed in an exhibition titled “wowe, Nightclubbing, New York nightlife in the ‘80s” at the Leica Gallery in New York. Here wowe shares some of his wildest stories.

Shot and Edited by Trevor Bayack | Video Assistant Brian Butnick

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You can get the Leica M9-P now for $10,700

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2011

If you cannot wait for your Leica M9-P pre-order to ship, you can get one now on eBay for $10,700:

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Leica Camera AG and Magnum Photos present a new multimedia essay

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2011

Another press release from Leica:

Alex Majoli presents the everyday life of a gondolier in Venice through images of unmatched brilliance

Solms, Germany (June 23, 2011) – Leica Camera AG announces the debut of a multimedia essay shot by Magnum Photographer Alex Majoli. The inspirational project stems from Leica’s recent partnership with Magnum Photos and features Majoli’s account of a young gondolier in Venice. The multimedia essay is presented in conjunction with the launch of the M9-P that took place in Paris on June 21. Vital, authentic and brimming with the essence of real life – it is a narrative captured with the Leica M9-P, a new version of the world’s smallest, full-frame digital system camera that specifically meets the needs of professional photographers.

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A Decisive Moment in Paris: Leica Camera & Magnum Photos (video)

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2011

A Decisive Moment in Paris: Leica Camera & Magnum Photos from leica camera on Vimeo.

On Tuesday, 21 June Leica Camera and Magnum Photos gathered distinguished guests at the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild in Paris. The event began with a panel discussion entitled “Crises and catastrophes in pictures. What justifiable role can photojournalism play in an age of camera phones, Twitter and Facebook?” Moderated by Samuel Kirszenbaum, the panel included Christopher Anderson, Vice President of Magnum Photos; Dr. Andreas Kaufmann, Head of Supervisory Board at Leica Camera AG; Magdalena Herrera, Director of Photography at GEO France; Nicolas Jimenez, Director of Photography at Le Monde; Dominic Nahr of Magnum Photos and Nassem Tarawnah a Jordanian blogger who writes for The Black Iris. Then Stefan Daniel, Director of Product Management at Leica Camera AG, debuted the new Leica M9-P camera and the new Leica Super-Elmar-M 1: 3.4/21 mm ASPH lens.

After the event, guests had a chance to mingle and see the work of Magnum photographers that was displayed. This video provides a recap of the day’s events including the panel discussion and interviews with some of the guests about why they choose to use Leica cameras.

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Leica Camer AG and Magnum Photos sign agreement on cooperation

By LR admin | Published: June 23, 2011

Solms, Germany (June 23, 2011) – Leica Camera AG and Magnum Photos announce the commencement of a series of technological and photographic projects, building upon almost a century’s worth of shared history between two world-renowned photographic institutions. The first venture showcases a number of independently produced multimedia essays by Magnum photographers. In addition, Leica and Magnum have forged a partnership allowing Magnum photographers to utilize the latest Leica equipment in the field. With this program, the esteemed camera manufacturer is able to gain valuable insight into the distinct needs of a professional photographer and integrate the feedback into the ongoing development of the Leica product portfolio. These collaborations have been introduced in conjunction with a signed project agreement that was previously announced in February 2011.

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