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Leitz Photographica Auction No 46: The results

Leica William Fagan -
The 100th anniversary of the Leica Camera in Wetzlar drew over 800 guests, culminating in a successful auction where record prices were achieved for rare cameras and lenses.

Leica Reunion: When 554 met 555 after a hundred years on the road

Leica Mike Evans -
On 26 June 2025, Leica celebrated the 100th birthday of two original cameras, models 554 and 555, with a party at the factory. Ivor Cooper brought No. 555 to be reunited with No. 554

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.

Unveiling Leica Monopan 50: High-resolution black-and-white film

Film Editorial Team -
Leica celebrates 100 years of 35mm photography by launching Monopan 50, a high-resolution black-and-white film designed for exceptional sharpness and tonal range, suitable for various photography styles.

Leica launches compact Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH zoom

L-Mount Editorial Team -
Leica announces the Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH lens, a compact, lightweight standard zoom with a constant aperture, priced at £1,650, available worldwide starting June 12, 2025.

Exclusive unboxing of Leica M Edition 70 at London’s Red Dot Cameras

Events Mike Evans -
Ivor Cooper of Red Dot Cameras unboxes the limited Leica M Edition 70, a collectors' set including a rare camera and accessories, celebrating both craftsmanship and the art of camera collecting.

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 Update: We explain about the new firmware and latest options for the M9 sensor programme

Leica Editorial Team -
Firmware updates for Leica's M11, Q3, and D-Lux 8 are available, addressing EU regulations and enhancing functionalities. The M9 sensor upgrade program now includes selected film cameras, with trade-in pricing outlined.
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Being part of the Leica family for the long haul.

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Being part of the Leica family is what I value most. It's not a transactional quick relationship but something longer lasting built on a mutual understanding of excellence and joy from using. It has stood the test of time and if cared for can continue far into the future.

Time, a journey, and memories: What Leica means to Dirk Säger

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Leica is about creating photographic journeys that connect people and memories together over time.

Road test of the Leica CL in Scotland: Raising important questions even after seven years

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The Leica CL was praised as a very capable alternative to a Leica M10. In Andrew's article he explains how the CL withstood the challenges of freezing cold weather of a Scottish winter.

Leica Accessories: Arte di Mano M11-D Case Review

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Arte di Mano camera cases are some of the best in the world. And this retro-style case for the screenless Leica M11-D adds the finishing touch to a sought-after camera…

Leica launches M11-S camera, with radical new viewfinder

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As part of its Leica Centennial celebrations, the company has released a most unusual limited edition version of its flagship M11 camera – the Sinistra – for left-handed photographers.

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Leica Update: We explain about the new firmware and latest options for the M9 sensor programme

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