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Now available: DJ-Optical Ultra Slim 35mm f/3.5 MC pancake rangefinder-coupled lens for Leica M-mount

The DJ-Optical Ultra Slim 35mm f/3.5 MC pancake rangefinder-coupled lens for Leica M-mount is now listed for sale on eBay (previously reported here). The lens features an ultra-slim design with the barrel protruding only about 15mm when mounted. Here are the technical details:

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Thypoch already started their 2026 Black Friday lens deals (M-mount)

Thypoch has already started its 2026 Black Friday deals – you can see the discounted lenses on this dedicated page (see previous coverage of Thypoch M-mount lenses). Some of the Thypoch deals are also available at B&H Photo (the M-mount lenses are listed here).

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The new DK-Optic CHIARO 75mm f/1.9 lens for Leica M-mount is now available for purchase

The previously reported DK-Optic CHIARO 75mm f/1.9 lens for Leica M-mount, based on the Dallmeyer “Super Six” 3-inch f/1.9 design from the late 1930s, is now available for purchase on eBay from the reputable Japanese retailer Shotenkobo: This limited edition run includes 300 pieces, featuring a classic optical design and rare NOS glass (250 lenses with […]

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Light Lens Lab is working on a new Light Lens Lab 50mm f/2 Apochromatic lens for Leica M-mount

Light Lens Lab is developing a new 50mm f/2 Apochromatic lens for Leica M-mount, expected to be released in 2027:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by (LR) 🔴 (@leicarumors) Last week, LLL released a teaser for another new/upcoming M-mount lens: Light Lens Lab is teasing a new M-mount lens Light Lens […]

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A new Shoten Tribute 01 LTM 50mm f/1.1 lens for Leica M/L39 released in Japan based on the Zunow 50mm f/1.1 lens from the 1950s

Shoten Japan released the first lens in their Tribute series, the Shoten Tribute 01 LTM 50mm f/1.1 lens for Leica M and L39 mounts, based on the Japanese-made Zunow 50mm f/1.1 lens from the 1950s (previously reported here). The new lens is now available for purchase on eBay – available in black and silver: Additional information:

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Act fast: new batch of the Mandler 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH E46 lens for Leica M-mount now available for pre-order (limited quantity)

A new batch of the Mandler 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH E46 lens for Leica M-mount is now available for pre-order. The quantity is limited- the last batch sold out in 20 minutes. Shipments are expected to start between October 10 and October 20, in the order received. The pricing is as follows: Black aluminum (290g): $368 […]

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New Artizlab Classic-M 50mm f/1.4 lens for M-mount coming in November 2026

Funleader will release a new Artizlab Classic-M 50mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount in November 2026. The lens is inspired by the classic Leica E43 Summilux 50mm f/1.4, featuring a compact vintage-style design and a minimum focusing distance of 0.45 m. Check the official website for updates. You can find previous coverage of Funleader lenses […]

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