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Wetzlar Camera Auction No 8: a million-euro Leica

News William Fagan -
William Fagan previews the eighth Wetzlar Camera Auction, from a million-euro Barnack prototype and a gold Luxus to a black paint MP, military kit and a Soviet space camera.

Leica LUX 2.0 brings a Steve McCurry look and silver grip

News Jon Cheffings -
Leica LUX 2.0 shares its gallery with Leica FOTOS, adds an Artist Look by Steve McCurry and supports the iPhone 18 Pro, while a silver grip and new leather cases join the range.

Viltrox launches four compact Air primes for L-Mount

News Jon Cheffings -
Viltrox's Air Series arrives on L-Mount with four compact primes — 14mm, 20mm, 40mm and 50mm — each under 210g, bringing an affordable, complete wide-to-standard kit to Leica and Panasonic shooters.

Exploring Gothic themes in British documentary photography

Events Jon Cheffings -
Dark Tales showcases British documentary photography's Gothic elements, spanning over 80 years. Open from September 17 to December 20, it features diverse themes captured by various renowned photographers.

Sigma announces two new L-mount lenses: 20-60mm f/2.8-4 and 85mm f/1.2

News Mike Evans -
Sigma has announced two new L-mount lenses — a pocketable 20-60mm f/2.8-4 zoom and an 85mm f/1.2 Art prime it calls the smallest in its class — both on sale 30 September.

Leica reports revenue dip in 2025/26 financial year

News Jon Cheffings -
Leica Camera Group's revenue fell 3.8% to €573 million in 2025/26, as growth in Mobile and Photo offset a challenging year for exchange rates and customs regulations abroad.

New: Leica revives its Cold War spy lens as the Summicron-M 66 f/2

Leica Mike Evans -
Leica has revived its rare Cold War-era Elcan 66mm spy lens as the limited-edition Summicron-M 66 f/2, keeping its odd handling quirks and offering the unusual focal length to enthusiasts for the first time.

Coirón: Six years in Chile, following the lives of ageing gauchos

News Jon Cheffings -
The book captures six years of life among aging gauchos known as Puesteros, in Chile's Magallanes region, highlighting their solitude and labour while reflecting broader social changes affecting rural life and cultural identity.
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