David Farkas, Author at Red Dot Forum

Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm f/5-6.3 and Leica Extender L 1.4x

March 9, 2023

Today, Leica has introduced a super-telephoto zoom lens for the SL-System, along with a matched 1.4x teleconverter. The new Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm f/5-6.3 offers the longest focal length and the widest...

Leica SL2 and SL2-S Firmware v5.1

David Farkas

March 7, 2023

Today, Leica has released a firmware update for both the SL2 and SL2-S. Previously, there has been a disparity in the version numbers between the two cameras. This time around, Leica has standardized the versi...

Leica M11 Firmware v1.6.1 Fixes Freezing Issue

David Farkas

March 2, 2023

Today, Leica has released a new firmware update for the M11 digital rangefinder. Where the last firmware introduced new features, version 1.6.1 focuses solely on a few bug fixes. Notably, this firmware is desi...

Leica D-Lux 7 007 Edition

David Farkas

February 23, 2023

Today, Leica has announced a new special edition based on the popular D-Lux 7 compact digital camera. The Leica D-Lux 7 007 Edition is the second collaboration between Leica and the James Bond film franchise ...

Latest Update to CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Program Adds M11, SL2-S and Q2 Monochrom Options

David Farkas

February 16, 2023

Leica has announced new pricing and camera options for its CCD Sensor Corrosion Upgrade Program. As we previously reported, corroded CCD sensors can no longer be replaced, but M9 owners can still take advantag...

Leica Customer Appreciation Program Extended and Adds New Prime Kits with $1,300 Savings

David Farkas

February 8, 2023

Leica is offering an instant savings voucher to anyone with a new or existing Leica Account - a $1,300 voucher towards the purchase of a new SL2 or SL2-S Prime or Vario bundle. Combined with the nice bundle sa...

Leica Introduces Lightweight Summicron-SL 35 and 50mm f/2 ASPH Lenses

David Farkas

February 8, 2023

Today, Leica has announced two new full-frame L-Mount lenses for the SL-System. The Leica Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH and Leica Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH join the already outstanding roster of SL glass, offeri...

Save up to $1,295 on Leica SL2 and SL2-S Prime Kits Featuring New Summicron-SL Lenses

David Farkas

February 8, 2023

To coincide with the introduction of the new Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH and Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH lenses, Leica has created four more SL2 and SL2-S kits. Priced up to $1,295 less than if purchased separat...

Leica Extends Customer Appreciation Program Savings on SL-System

David Farkas

December 29, 2022

Due to overwhelming demand, Leica has extended the current Customer Appreciation Program on SL System Bodies and SL Prime lenses. Originally set to expire on December 31, the promotion is now extended through ...

Leica M11 Firmware v1.6.0.0

David Farkas

December 13, 2022

Today, Leica has released a firmware update for the M11 digital rangefinder camera. The v1.6.0.0 update includes significant wireless connectivity updates for use with the FOTOS app, user interface optimizatio...

Save $460 with Leica Q2 Traveler Kit

David Farkas

November 22, 2022

Available for a limited time this Holiday season, Leica is launching a special bundle promotion for the popular all-in-one Q2 digital camera. Starting today and going through the end of the year, the Q2 Travel...

Black Friday Deal: Free M-Adapter-L with Leica SL2/SL2-S Purchase

David Farkas

November 21, 2022

Today, Leica has announced a new Black Friday promotion on its SL2 and SL2-S professional mirrorless cameras. From November 21, 2022 through November 29, 2022, those purchasing a brand new SL2 or SL2-S body or...

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