The 2024 5DayDeal photography bundle is now live

By LR admin | Published: October 1, 2024


The new 2024 5DayDeal photography bundle is now available – as with previous years, you will get a package of different photography tools drastically reduced (95% off courses & plugins). Several different bundles are available, and a portion of the sales will go to charities:

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The Leica SL2 is discontinued, the Leica SL2-S is discounted

By LR admin | Published: October 1, 2024


The Leica SL2 camera is already listed as discontinued at multiple stores (the SL2 was announced in November 2019):

The Leica SL2-S is now discounted in the US and comes with free Leica accessories:


In addition to the US and UK, Leica Germany also reduced the prices of  SL2 and SL2-S cameras. The new pricing in Germany is as follows:

Please note that both models are in limited stock.

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Leica Q3 43 camera YouTube reviews

By LR admin | Published: September 30, 2024

Americas Europe Asia
Adorama | B&H Photo
Leica Miami
Tamarkin Camera
Classic Connection		 Leica Lisse
Red Dot Cameras
Calumet | Koch | WEX		 Rangefinder
Map Camera

Here are some of the Leica Q3 43 camera YouTube reviews:

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Poll: which Leica Q3 camera do you prefer (28mm or 43mm)?

By LR admin | Published: September 27, 2024


Poll: which Leica Q3 camera do you prefer?

Leica Q3 43 vs. Q3 vs. Q2 specifications comparison

Americas Europe Asia
Adorama | B&H Photo
Leica Miami
Tamarkin Camera
Classic Connection		 Leica Lisse
Red Dot Cameras
Calumet | Koch | WEX		 Rangefinder
Map Camera

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Leica Q3 43 firmware update 2.0.5 released

By LR admin | Published: September 27, 2024


Leica released a firmware update version 2.0.5 for the new Q3 43 camera with two improvements:

  • Implementation of a protective function to prevent the possible overwriting of existing shots
  • Bugfixes in the firmware

The Leica Q3 43 was in stock at several retailers yesterday – check availability at:

Americas Europe Asia
Adorama | B&H Photo
Leica Miami
Tamarkin Camera
Classic Connection		 Leica Lisse
Red Dot Cameras
Calumet | Koch | WEX		 Rangefinder
Map Camera

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Leica Q3 43 vs. Q3 vs. Q2 specifications comparison

By LR admin | Published: September 26, 2024


 

Source: 42West Leica Q3 43 Leica Q3 Leica Q2
Sensor 60/36/18MP 60/36/18MP 47MP
Lens 43mm f/2 APO Summicron ASPH 28mm f/1.7 Summilux ASPH 28mm f/1.7 Summilux ASPH
Video 8K/30p 8K/30p 4K/30p
ISO range 50-100,000 50-100,000 100-100,000
Tilt screen Yes Yes No

Leica Q3 43 ($6,895) vs. Leica Q3 ($6,295) vs. Leica Q2 ($4,403) full specs comparison from B&H Photo:

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Leica Q3 43 camera accessory

By LR admin | Published: September 26, 2024


New: Leica multifunction protector + built-in grip + Arca-Swiss plate


With the Q3 43 camera, Leica also announced a new Leica Multifunctional Protector for Q3 cameras, which is a dedicated half case that also adds a hand grip and Arca-type plate for tripod mounting. Primarily made from black leather, the case also retains direct access to the battery compartment for easy swapping without needing to remove the case.

  • Price: $250
  • For Q3 and Q3 43 Cameras
  • Black Leather Half Case
  • Integrated Hand Grip & Arca-Type Plate
  • Retains Direct Access to Battery

Leica BP-SCL6 battery

The Leica Q3 43 uses the BP-SCL6 battery (2200mAh) but is also backward compatible with the old 1860mAh version (it will have reduced battery life and will limit video to 4K).

  • Price: $200
  • For Q3, Q3 43, Q2, SL2, SL2-S Series Cameras
  • Charges via BC-SCL4 Charger
  • Supports In-Camera Charging

The new Leica Q3 43 is also compatible with all existing Q3 accessories:


More third-party Leica Q3 accessories can be found here:

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Leica announces a new Q3 camera with a 43mm f/2 APO lens

By LR admin | Published: September 26, 2024


The previously rumored Leica Q3 camera with a 43mm f/2 APO lens is now officially announced:

Americas Europe Asia
Adorama | B&H Photo
Leica Miami
Tamarkin Camera
Classic Connection		 Leica Lisse
Red Dot Cameras
Calumet | Koch | WEX		 Rangefinder
Map Camera
  • Full-frame BSI-CMOS-Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology (60MP / 36MP / 18MP)
  • Hybrid Autofocus System (Phase Detection AF + Contrast AF + Depth from Defocus + AI)
  • Tilting 3″ display and 5.67MP OLED viewfinder
  • Maestro IV processing engine
  • Fast and convenient connectivity with the Leica FOTOS app
  • Newly designed Leica 43mm APO-Summicron f/2 ASPH lens with integrated macro mode and leaf shutter featuring 11 elements in 8 groups plus 7 aspherical lens elements for eliminating aberrations
  • Expanded digital zoom range includes: 60mm (31 MP), 75mm (20 MP), 90mm (14 MP), 120mm (8 MP) & 150mm (5 MP)
  • Burst shooting up to 10 fps (mechanical shutter) or 15 fps (electronic shutter)
  • Visual compensation system for more stable photos & video recordings
  • 4K up to 60 fps & FHD up to 120 fps for video flexibility
  • New gray leatherette
  • ISO range from 50 to 100,000
  • Leica UX and intuitive operation
  • Full metal housing
  • Durable design with IP52-rated dust & water spray protection
  • All other features identical to the original Leica Q3 (28mm)
  • Leica Q3 43 accessories:

Leica Q3 43 camera accessory

Leica Q3 43 vs. Q3 vs. Q2 specifications comparison

See the full details at RedDotForum.




Additional information:

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