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Exclusive first-ever interview with Mr. Zhou – founder of Light Lens Lab: “Resurrecting the $50,000 Leica lens”

Bobby Tonelli published the first-ever public interview with Mr. Zhou (founder of Light Lens Lab), offering a rare and in-depth look into the foundation and future of Light Lens Lab. In this conversation, Mr. Zhou discusses the company’s origins, design philosophy, and the principles that guide our research and development. The interview also outlines the […]

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Additional information on the upcoming Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 SP II lens for Leica M-mount

Light Lens Lab will soon release a new 75mm f/2 “SP-II” lens for Leica M-mount. Please note that the informtion in this post is based on a prototype, and everything is subject to change before release (previous coverage of LLL lenses can be found here). The Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 SP II lens is […]

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Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 double aspherical AA 11873 lens for Leica M-mount review

Fred Miranda published his review of the new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 double aspherical AA 11873 lens for Leica M-mount (use the coupon code RUMORS for 5% off when you order from this link). Additional information on the new lens can be found here and on this page (see also previous coverage of LLL lenses). Here is Fred’s conclusion:

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Pre-orders for the new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 double aspherical AA 11873 titanium limited edition lens for Leica M-mount will close on November 21st

Pre-orders for the new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 double aspherical AA 11873 titanium limited edition lens for Leica M-mount will close on November 21st, 2025, at 12:00 am EST. Use the coupon code RUMORS for 5% off when you order from this link. Additional information on the new lens can be found here and on this new/updated page […]

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First review of the new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 11873 double aspherical AA replica lens for M-mount

The first review of the new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 11873 double aspherical AA replica lens for M-mount (get 5% off with code RUMORS) is already online – here is a quote and a recap:

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The new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 Aspherical “11873” lens for M-mount (Double Aspherical AA) is now available for pre-order

Light Lens Lab opened the pre-orders for the new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 Aspherical “11873” lens for M-mount (Double Aspherical AA). Use the coupon code RUMORS for 5% off when you order from this link. Additional information on the new lens can be found here and on this new/updated page. A new Titanium Limited Edition version was also […]

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Light Lens Lab announced the production of a new LLL 35mm f/1.4 Aspherical “11873” lens for M-mount

Light Lens Lab announced the production of a new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/1.4 Aspherical “11873” lens for M-mount. Prototyped initially in 2023 and reviewed by Leica Society International, the lens has been refined with upgraded aspherical and high-refractive ED elements, improved alignment, and optimized performance for modern high-megapixel sensors. Here are the details, check also […]

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