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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.

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

René Tielenburg reflects on the importance of handgrips for Leica cameras, praising IDSworks designs for enhancing stability and aesthetics while addressing practical functionality and customization options for the Leica Q3 and CL models.

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.

For Andy revisiting Harris for the third time was a charm. There's always more to explore even on a small island, and new tools to explore it with.

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.

Leitz Photographica Auction celebrates the Leica I's centenary with an auction titled “Motion,” featuring significant photographs embodying dynamic social and aesthetic transformations, set for 30 October 2025.

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William Fagan looks at the forthcoming Wetzlar Auction featuring vintage cameras, notably a rare Voigtländer Metal Daguerreotype Camera from 1840 and various Leica models, showcasing their historical significance and estimated values.

Leica Camera Group achieved record sales in the 2024/25 financial year, driven by growth in multiple segments, innovative products, and an expanded global sales network, celebrating its 100th anniversary.