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Events

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.

Leica Oskar Barnack 2025 Award Winners

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The Oskar Barnack Awards (LOBA) are the highly prestigious photographic awards, with winners selected from over 300 submissions and judged by 120 experts in 50 countries. The winners were honoured at a celebration at the Leica headquarters in Wetzlar.

A pilgrimage to Wetzlar for Leica’s 100-year celebration

Leica 100 Mark Catto -
Mark Catto discovers on a trip to Leitz Park to celebrate Leica's Centennial how significant a contribution Leica has made to photography.

The purity and the privilege of owning a Leica

Leica Bud Parr -
A Leica changes the way you photograph, but it comes with challenges of difficulties using a rangefinder, to cost, to accusations of simply being jewellery. It takes time to cut through the competing arguments to see the truth.

My Leica Journey: More than just testing Leica cameras

Leica Jonathan Slack -
Jonathan Slack has been testing Leica cameras and lenses since the introduction of the M9. But his Leica journey involves so much more than this.

Travelling light with a Leica: A photographer’s journey 

Leica Bill Royce -
Traveling light took on a new meaning for Bill Royce when he discovered his first Leica which took him on journeys around the world.

How discovering a Leica M9 created a fresh enthusiasm for photography

Leica Keith Walker -
For Keith Walker a Kodak Box Brownie may have been the first step, but discovering a Leica M9 transformed his photographic experience and the start of a relationship with Leica.

Exclusive special editions to celebrate 100 years of Leica

Leica Editorial Team -
Leica celebrates its 100th anniversary with a host of exciting events around the globe and seven exclusive new products, from cameras to books, to lenses, to binoculars.
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LEICA MOMENTS

June in “La Cornouaille” with a pair of Leica X cameras

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Jean Perenet explores the rugged coastline of Brittany and discovers connections with its British neighbours, Cornwall and Wales, while on holiday.

Leica M11 Family firmware update 2.5.1

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Leica M11 firmware update 2.5.1 enhances wireless security, adds memory formatting, fixes battery warnings, and ensures compliance with EU regulations. Users should follow update precautions for optimal functionality.

Eyes wide-open: A review of the Summilux range of Leica lenses

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“Astonishing performance.” “Excellence without compromise.” Both statements describe the Leica Summilux range of lenses.

Leica SL3-S kits offer good value for money

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The Leica SL-3 is available in various kit bundles, offering savings compared to individual purchases. Prices range from £5,375 to £7,950, including VAT in the UK, but the kits are available worldwide.

A Provençal village, a BBQ and a new Leica SL3-S

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Our primal brains are wired to detect sensory experiences. Mark is drawn by the scent of a Provençal BBQ competition and then experiences an assault on all senses, armed only with a new Leica SL3-S.

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NEWS LAST MONTH

Unveiling the Leica Q3 Monochrom: Features and pricing

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Leica announced the Q3 Monochrom, a dedicated black-and-white camera featuring a 60MP sensor, advanced connectivity, and Content Credentials technology. It retails for £5,800/$7,790/€6.750, available globally from 20 November 2025.

Ricoh GR IV Monochrome to arrive in Spring 2026

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Ricoh will launch the GR IV Monochrome camera in Spring 2026, featuring a modified sensor for improved low-light performance and image quality, while maintaining a compact design similar to the existing GR IV model.

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

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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.

Explore Leica’s SL3 Reporter: Precision meets unique design

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Leica announces the SL3 Reporter model, a design variant of the company's flagship, full-frame mirrorless camera, featuring a distinctive, dark-green livery.

Leica Q3 and SL3 cameras now tether directly to the new Lightroom Classic 15.0

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Adobe Lightroom Classic 15.0 now offers native tethering for Leica cameras, including SL3, SL3-S, and Q3 models, enhancing workflow without plugins and enabling real-time control over camera settings.

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