New IDS Works accessories: M11 Lite grip & modular CL grip

By LR admin | Published: April 29, 2025

IDS Works released two new products:

IDS Works M11-Lite Grip for Leica M11 cameras



The new IDS Works M11-Lite Grip for Leica M11 cameras is now available. Pricing starts from $167. There are several new options for the aluminum grip pad with two connecting points for the Leica Finger Loop – additional information:

IDS Works modular CL Grip for Leica CL cameras




IDSworks also released a new modular CL grip for Leica CL cameras. Additional information is available here:

Previous IDS Works product coverage can be found here:

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The latest updates from Luminar, DxO, ON1, Topaz, and Adobe

By LR admin | Published: April 29, 2025


Skylum released a new Luminar Neo Spring update with new AI-powered enhancements (additional informtion).


DxO Labs added support for the latest cameras and lenses (see the full list here).


ON1 released their free April update for Photo RAW 2025.


Topaz Labs collaborates with WhiteWall to provide pristine prints (additional information).


Adobe Max London product updates.


Via NikonRumors

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New Leica M11-P Safari edition camera rumored to be announced on May 8th (€9,250)

By LR admin | Published: April 28, 2025


The previously reported Leica M11-P Safari edition camera is rumored to be announced on May 8th. The European price is expected to be €9,250. I have no idea what the US price will be, but please note that on May 1st, the new Leica US pricing will take effect:

Leica US price increase officially announced for May 1st

Stay tuned for more details on the Leica M11-P Safari.

Pictured above: Leica M10-P Safari limited edition camera.

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The Leica D-Lux 8 camera is listed for $2,634 on Amazon

By LR admin | Published: April 28, 2025


The Leica D-Lux 8 camera is currently listed for sale for $2,634 on Amazon:


The original price is $1,595. The D-Lux 8 is made in China and is facing a 145% tariff

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DxO Mark tested the sensor of the new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: April 27, 2025



DxO Mark released the sensor test scores/ranking of the new Pixii Max full-frame digital rangefinder camera with Leica M-mount (now in stock in the US):

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Additional information on the new Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm f/1.2, 40mm f/1.2, and 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical lenses for Leica M-mount

By LR admin | Published: April 27, 2025


Cosina released additional informtion on the three new lenses for Leica M-mount that were announced in February (the fourth lens is already available for pre-order)


For pre-orders, check B&H Photo, Jo Geier, Foto Erhardt, and Foto Koch.

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Leica digest #180

By LR admin | Published: April 26, 2025


→ New Viltrox Z1 retro camera flash announced (additional information): B&H Photo | Amazon.


→ Kipon released firmware V1.1 for the Leica S-GFX AF adapter.


→ Think Tank Photo Sling Bags Sale.


→ Panasonic joins the Content Authenticity Initiative.


→ Blazar confirmed that they will soon announce new L-mount anamorphic AF lenses.


→ Leica Camera acquiring Leica Store Nuremberg.


→ Leica CINE 1 at Milan Design Week 2024.


→ HODINKEE x LEICA: gatherings celebrating the art of Swiss timekeeping with Leica.


→ Dimitri Biermann, Leica Technology & Innovation: Using AI to create authentic images.

→ The latest Leica-related YouTube videos:

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