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Taking a Rolleiflex to the Leica Society International Annual Meeting

Rollei David Smith -
I recently did something bold, something brash, something I’m not proud of. I showed up to a Leica Society...

Leitz Auction No 47: Rare cameras and unique provenance from the Pope to Communism

News William Fagan -
The 47th Leitz Auction on November 22, 2025, features diverse items, including rare Leica cameras, a unique STASI spy camera, and a camera gifted to Pope Francis, attracting significant interest.

A postcard from the Leica Society International conference and annual meeting in Montréal

Events Jon Cheffings -
Montreal is the perfect location for the annual LSI meeting. Beautiful views, historic buildings, autumn in full flow and a group of welcoming members to share stories and experiences. This is my postcard.

Voigtländer camera sells for half a million among record prices secured at the Wetzlar Camera Auction

News News Team -
The WCA this year spotlit a rare Voigtländer camera from the earliest days of photography, which sold for a remarkable €500,000.

100 Years of Leica: Witness to a century

Leica Jonathan Slack -
Leica commemorates its centennial with global events, culminating in a celebration in Wetzlar featuring exhibitions, concerts, and special edition cameras, highlighting its rich history and impact on photography.

46th Leitz Auction: After 100 Years, camera No. 112 leads the way

Leica William Fagan -
The 46th Leitz Auction on June 27 celebrates the Leica camera's centenary, featuring rare items including the 0 series camera No. 112 with notable provenance linked to Oskar Barnack.

Leica Heritage: The remarkable story of the Leica company on the 100th anniversary of “The Leica”

Leica William Fagan -
Photography and camera enthusiasts know that ‘Leica’ is a concatenation of ‘LEItz’ and ‘CAmera’. The marque has a long history and, indeed, prehistory which certainly can be called a heritage…

Top prices at the sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction: Christo’s wrapped Leica sells for €212,500.

Leica Jason Murray -
Top prices were again achieved at the sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction last Saturday.

Sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction: October 12 is the red-letter day for collectors

Leica William Fagan -
The sixth Wetzlar Camera Auction on October 12 brings a raft of exciting collectors' items to the table.

Oskar Barnack: His first photograph taken with the Ur Leica camera in 1914

Film Mike Evans -
The first photograph taken with a Leica camera, by its inventor Oskar Barnack, is of a scene in the town of Wetzlar, home of Leica. The scene, the Eisenmarkt, looks almost the same today as it did then, over a hundred years ago. So, naturally, any self-respecting Leica photographer wants to stand in the same spot that Barnack did, and take the same photo.

Wetzlar Camera Auctions: Over three million for Leica Null

Leica William Fagan -
The fifth Wetzlar Auction fetches high prices, including over €3 = million for another Null Series prototype Barnack Leica...

Highlights of the October Wetzlar Camera Auctions

Events William Fagan -
Wetzlar Camera Auctions is owned by Lars Netopil of Classic Cameras, Wetzlar and Jo Geier of Mint and Rare,...
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LEICA MOMENTS

Leica M EV1: Stefan Daniel on the background to Leica’s latest, and most radical M camera model

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Leica's Vice President, Photo & Design, Stefan Daniel, discusses the M EV1, a variant of the M11 featuring an electronic viewfinder. This model enhances accessibility for users uncertain of manual focus, while preserving the traditional rangefinder experience.

Leica M EV1: The first M camera with an integrated electronic viewfinder is launched today

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Leica launches the M EV1, its first M-Mount camera with an integrated electronic viewfinder, enhancing usability and creative possibilities for photographers while maintaining the brand's iconic design and quality.

Leica Client Services Soho: Customer care and Akademie under one roof

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Leica Camera UK has opened Leica Client Services Soho, a 1,700-square-foot centre in London, combining photography workshops and customer care, enhancing repair services and fostering a creative community.

Leica Store returns to Harrods with more space and access to Akademie activities

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Leica Camera UK has reopened its expanded Harrods store, featuring various product categories and a private classroom for workshops, enhancing customer engagement and creating a unique shopping experience.

Meandering through a delightfully damp and monochromatic Sunday in Paris

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Mark Catto discovers that the charms of having Paris all to yourself for a day are not to be undervalued or dampened by a little rain. And yes, it's still beautiful.

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Introducing the new Leica Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH.

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Leica Camera AG introduces the Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH., its first 35 mm M-Lens, offering exceptional imaging and versatile photography options. Available worldwide starting January 29, 2026.

The Birth of Television: John Logie Baird’s 1926 demonstration in London’s Soho

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On 26 January 1926, John Logie Baird demonstrated the first working television in London, showcasing moving greyscale images. Despite later developments, Baird's pioneering efforts laid the groundwork for modern television technology.

Exploring grief and identity in Sayuri Ichida’s Absentee at the Leica Gallery, London

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Sayuri Ichida's exhibition "Absentee" explores loss, grief, and immigration through personal experiences, using her body to symbolize life's fragility. The show runs from January 17 to March 19 at Leica Gallery, London.

Ricoh GR IV Monochrome: New pocket camera dedicated to black-and-white photography

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Ricoh has launched the GR IV Monochrome camera, featuring a 25.74-megapixel sensor and advanced monochrome capabilities, priced at $2,200 in the USA and £1,700 in the UK.

2025 Tamarkin Auction highlights and insights

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The World of Leica Auctions article highlights intriguing, albeit less extravagant, items sold in the auction, such as the Detrola “400” Camera and unique lenses. The evolving marketplace continues to offer surprises for collectors who show curiosity and interest.

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