The Economist: “The demand for high-end cameras is soaring”


The Economist published the article “The demand for high-end cameras is soaring” (behind a paywall), giving the $6,000 Leica Q3 as an example:

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Leica Q3 43 camera leaked online


The previously rumored Leica Q3 43 camera leaked online (official announcement next week, on September 26th, the price is expected to be €6,800):

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Kamerakraft LMGRIP grip v3.0 for Leica M film cameras now in stock

The Kamerakraft LMGRIP grip version 3.0 for Leica M film cameras is now in stock and available for immediate shipping. Here are the details on the new LMGRIP grip version 3.0:

  • Full Aluminium 6061 build, high-class (12.9) fasteners.
  • Compatible with each and every film Leica M body, except the M5. This includes the Leica M1, M2*, M3*, M4, M4-2, M4-P, M6, M6TTL, M7, MP, MA, MD, and MD2 (MD’s are compatible only with non-scientific baseplate).
  • Four SR44 / LR44 battery compartments so that you won’t have any excuses when your batteries suddenly die.
  • Tripod quick lock rail (ARCA standard) to stop messing with your clumsy and uncentered tripod screw.
  • One bottom wrist strap lug to prevent your fingers from being jammed in your previous goddamn strap.
  • Beautiful aesthetics that won’t ruin your beautiful Leica slim line!
  • A grippy profile that will let you hold your camera with only two fingers.
  • 3×2 options available: Black (anodized), Silver (anodized), or Glossy Black Paint that you can combine with a walnut or matte black aluminum handle.

Improvements over the previous version 2.0:

  • Overall finish, adjustments
  • Improved design of the wrist strap lug and locking screw
  • Lighter

Kamerakraft now also sells camera straps:

Additional pictures:

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The new Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/3.5 Type I / II VM lenses are now available for pre-order


The new Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/3.5 Type I / II VM lenses for Leica M-mount are now available for pre-order:

Cosina has announced many new VM lenses for Leica M-mount lately – see the complete list here.

Additional information on the new lenses:

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The next Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction will take place on November 9th


The next Tamarkin Rare Camera Auction will take place on November 9th, with more than 400 lots of rare Leica cameras and lenses. Visit tamarkinauctions.com to see more of what’s coming to the auction block this November. You can also download your bidder sheet,
the terms of sale, and other info. Here are some of the items that will be auctioned:

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Leica M11-D camera tutorials


Leica Camera released several tutorials for the new Leica M11-D camera:

The new Leica M11-D camera accessories

Leica M11-D order links:

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The new Leica M11-D camera accessories



With the new M11-D camera, Leica also announced two new straps and a new half-case designed for the new model:

Leica M11-D order links:

AmericasEuropeAsia
AdoramaB&H
Leica Miami
Tamarkin Camera
Classic Connection
Leica Store Lisse
Red Dot Cameras
Calumet | KochWEX
Rangefinder
Map Camera

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